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Police seek suspect in area smash and grab robberies PAGE 4 DDA to recommend furnishing/amenities package to city PAGE 4

Winter wonderland returns PAGE 5 Chikaming Township Board says no to proposed waterfront moratorium PAGE 6

Empty Bowls volunteers dish up soup for a good cause PAGE 8 Council approves Chief of Police PAGE 11

Chamber members enjoy wintry Mixer with a Twist PAGE 12 New Buffalo Township to move forward with Exit 1 Corridor improvements PAGE 13

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POSTCARDS FROM BALI: After a missed connection and a very long layover in Doha, Qatar, I finally reached my destination on the other side of the world!

I am still brain dead from the long flight, as it always takes my body a while to get acclimated to its new surroundings. It will still be a few days before the lipsticks will be presented to the ladies. They can hardly wait! I will send photos next week. In the meantime, I was thrilled to see the popularity of the New Buffalo Times with the Aussies. I call this area of Kuta, Bali “little Australia,” as I have met so many Australian friends over the past 25 years here.

I am so grateful for Abonmarche! It seems someone else won the bid for the new sidewalks in Kuta, Bali. They are about 1 meter wide, and very slanted. Thinking they were really lovely, they also had ceramic tiles put in; however, when it rains—which is 50 percent of the time—the tiles are slick as ice.

This makes it very dangerous for vehicles to navigate them, especially when the motorcycles take a shortcut around traffic down the middle of the sidewalks (which is perfectly legal here).

I can’t help but think about the new—and amazing—Whittaker Street, as I maneuver these Bali sidewalks. Our city leaders have made very good choices in the materials that are being used, as well as on the width of the sidewalks. I am pretty sure they will not allow motorcycles to drive down the middle of them— it really doesn’t work out all that well…

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 18, 2018

CITY OF NEW BUFFALO DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (DDA FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: DOWNTOWN STREETSCAPE PROJECT

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he City of New Buffalo, in partnership with the New Buffalo DDA, is in the final phase of making improvements to the community’s downtown area. This work will result in the much-needed replacement of water and sewer lines as well as an entirely new streetscape for the downtown. This series of FAQs will be appearing in the New Buffalo Times to answer questions about the Downtown Streetscape Project.

Q: WHY IS THE NORTH WHITTAKER STREETSCAPE PLAN IMPORTANT TO NEW BUFFALO? A: First, a town’s main street has to thrive for the entire community to thrive. A decline in main street will result in an economic decline in the community. Second, public safety is a key element of this streetscape plan. For example, access for our seniors, persons with disabilities and families with children is of primary focus.

Q: WHAT DOES THE NORTH WHITTAKER STREETSCAPE PLAN INCLUDE? A: This plan will include replacement of the failing underground infrastructure, landscaping, sidewalks, lighting and streets. The streetscape part of this project will include public seating, artwork, signage, seasonal plants, trees, and historical markers. An important consideration for this plan includes seasonal needs, including boat transport, snow and leaf removal and pedestrian safety, including those with disabilities. Important goals for this project are improved nonmotorized transportation usage, long term cost and energy efficient maintenance and safe pedestrian pathways.

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s part of the ongoing North Whittaker Street Redevelopment Project, members of the New Buffalo DDA Board of Directors approved recommending Phase III’s downtown furnishing/amenities package to the City Council, at their rescheduled Tuesday, Jan. 9, meeting.

Phase I, which involved the reconstruction of sections of Barton and Mechanic Streets, was completed in May of 2017. Phase II, which involves the reconstruction of North Whittaker Street itself, is currently underway and has a Memorial Day 2018 completion date.

Based on recommendations made by the DDA’s design/visual impact (DVI) subcommittee members, Kathy Burczak of Abonmarche (the project’s civil engineering firm) said they put together a “palette” of each type of furnishing or amenity, presenting them at DVI meetings before arriving at the final choice they were seeing that day.

“I think we came up with the best combination of materials that will set this community apart from any other,” Burczak said.

Several “elements of interest” will exist in what Burczak dubbed the “main town square area,” which will be located at the four corners where Merchant Street intersects with North Whittaker Street. She explained that it was important that they highlighted this area because it would force drivers to slow down at the one-way Street that will be diverging cars from off Whittaker Street onto Merchant Street, which will exist here. While wood benches with and without backs with concrete supports will exist throughout the surrounding area, Burczak said that a wedge type of wood seating, which can be customized to include a charging station for phones and a pop of color in its end panel, will be located on three of the corners at this intersection.

A custom type of curved wooden bench that is mounted on a concrete wall will also be located on two corners, and pebble seating will be located near another one.

Trash and recycle receptacles will be dispersed throughout the downtown, and trash receptacles may be located in the downtown’s outlying areas on Barton and Mechanic streets. Other amenities include a drinking fountain with a pet bowl attached to it on one corner of East Merchant and Whittaker streets, a pet waste station near the corner of East Mechanic and Whittaker streets, ash urns and 10 loop-style bicycle racks. A future shuttle drop-off could be located on West Mechanic Street, near Nancy’s By the Lake, and a future car charging station could be located along East Mechanic Street.

Burczak explained that exposed Ottawa wheat light aggregate areas will take up sections along North Whittaker Street that are not meant to be part of its “main access route” due to slope conditions. A variety of plants will also “soften” the landscape, with the planting materials blooming at different times of year.

Mike Morphey, also of Abonmarche, said that 10 (ten) 18” x 24” signs will be sprinkled throughout the downtown. Per The Pokagon Fund’s $1.6 million grant that was awarded to the city in October 2016 to go toward the downtown project, it was agreed upon by the city and The Fund that there be one Pokagon Fund sign and one Pokagon Band sign, as well as two additional 24” x 36” Pokagon Fund acknowledgement signs, throughout the downtown. There would also be eight signs highlighting the city’s history.

Morphey said the estimated amount for the Phase III construction planting and irrigation package is $250,000. The overall North Whittaker Street project budget estimate (which Morphey said is a “working budget estimate”) is $3,860,000. The planting and irrigation package would be going out to bid as soon as the amenities/ furnishings package received approval from the City Council.

Once the quantities were confirmed, Morphey said he was recommending that the city gets a purchase order from the amenities’ respective vendors and direct purchase them. This will result in cost savings of 10-15 percent, he said. Items that needed to be bolted down could be put in by a general contractor. Currently, they were also talking with two different sign vendors.

Board members briefly discussed the proposed pop of color on the wedge benches.

Member Doug Roch cautioned that some colors could potentially be seen as “outdated.” Members approved including the addition of a subtle “grass” color to the ends of the three benches on the corners of Merchant and North Whittaker streets to its overall recommendation to the city.

Also at the meeting, communications subcommittee member Joe Lindsay said that subcommittee members were currently eyeing a vendor in Michigan and a backup one out of New Jersey for the signs. He said they hoped to present mock ups of the city themed signs to the DDA for their approval. Kemper, who serves as communications subcommittee chair, said that The Pokagon Fund would be approving their recognition sign and its language and The Pokagon Band will be providing them with a copy of their sign, which requires Band as well as city approval.

Lindsay said they hadn’t had much luck in the way of receiving high quality historical pictures of New Buffalo to put on the city themed signs.

Due to questions that he’s fielded from visitors, Kemper proposed crafting a future postcard that would detail “what’s coming” in terms of downtown improvements.

The recent series of smash-andgrab robberies involving shattered windows and stolen cartons of cigarettes at convenience stores and gas stations around Michigan City, Indiana, and New Buffalo, Michigan, appear to be connected, police said.

LaPorte County and Long Beach police responded to an alarm at 3 a.m. Monday, Jan. 8, at the Shell gas station on US 12 near the Michigan/Indiana state line. When the police arrived, they found the glass front door shattered and an undisclosed amount of cigarettes missing from behind the counter.

LaPorte County Police Detective Sgt. Brian Piergalski said that the Shell station has been robbed in the past.

On Friday, Jan. 5, the Knoll Bros gas station in New Buffalo had a front window smashed and cigarettes stolen. A 6-foot tall man was seen on surveillance video placing cigarettes into a bag and leaving in a silver or gray Pontiac G6, City of New Buffalo police reported. He wore a Carhartt-style jacket, a stocking cap and gloves.

The robbery spree continued on Tuesday night when more than 30 cartons of cigarettes were taken near LaPorte in an ongoing spree of smash-and-grab convenience store burglaries in Northwest Indiana and southwest Michigan, according to LaPorte County Sheriff John Boyd.

The latest theft happened before midnight at Family Express at Indiana 2 and 500 West in Pinola, where a window was broken. About a half hour later, a window was smashed at A&A Petroleum at US. 421 and Indiana 2 in Westville; however, Boyd said nothing appeared to be taken.

Boyd added that, apparently, the would-be thief took off before grabbing anything from the Westville gas station after a loud alarm sounded.

“Potentially, that scared him away,” he said.

On Thursday, Dec. 14, the Family Express at US 20 and Johnson Road near Michigani City had more than $4,000 in cigarettes stolen.

Anyone with any information regarding these incidents should contact the New Buffalo Police Department at 269-469-1593 or LaPorte County Police at 219-3267700. —LINDA HENDERSON

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t approximately 2:15 p.m. Friday, Jan. 12, a neighbor in Lighthouse Point Condominiums, which is a part of the South Cove condominium complex, noticed that a sailboat moored across the channel to the north appeared to be sinking.

The neighbor immediately notified the management company of the problem. The boat slip is adjacent to a cabana unit on Lighthouse Point Drive, which is located adjacent to the City of New Buffalo Transient Marina.

The 40-foot sailboat was being stored in the water with bubblers, which were functioning. No ice was immediately inside the boat slip or close to the vessel.

By 5:15 p.m., the boat had submerged, with only the top of the cabin above the water line. As of Sunday, the mast appeared to be listing to one side, indicating that the keel of the vessel may have hit the bottom of the channel.

As of press time, the owner has not responded to any calls by the management company. The boat, which is filled with freezing water, remains sunken in the slip. Currently, South Cove Management company doesn’t have the authority to intervene over boats moored at a private unit.

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now fell throughout the weekend and on Monday, January 15, creating that lived-in snow globe effect for many. With the third week of January bringing more frigid temperatures and ice and snow, many are counting the days until flip flops and shorts are the attire of the day. The few blinking moments of sunshine over the past weekend filled many with hope and good cheer.

Temperatures have remained in the low teens and winds have continued to make it feel even colder, into sub zero temperatures.

High wave action on Lake Michigan has been relentlessly pounding the ice shelf and the shoreline, where it is exposed. Exposed shoreline has also been experiencing serious erosion and damage. In the New Buffalo harbor water has continued to rise to new high levels, threatening to flood some of the docks and piers. The snow has builtup along the New Buffalo Harbor jetty forming small mountain ranges, which people seem to love to climb. However, climbing on the shelf ice is strongly discouraged. The shelf ice is unstable and could give away at any time, causing serious injury or death.

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SLOW IT DOWN... edic 1 is the emergency ambulance service used by the City of New Buffalo.

Although some other municipalities share ownership in the service, the City of New Buffalo does not; however, the city does provide a garage for the ambulance and has a contract that demands the unit is always available to city residents.

I should add that although the service is contracted using taxpayer funds, using the service in emergency situations is not free to residents or anyone else. That being said, at about 9 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 7, I happened to be heading eastbound on Hwy US 12 when I noticed the ambulance pull up next to me at the Hwy 212 stop sign in Indiana. We both stopped at the same time, and I noticed a female in the passenger seat. As we both continued heading east, the ambulance accelerated to some great speeds, even before hitting the Michigan state line. There were no lights or sirens and the road was still covered with slush and was somewhat hazardous.

I was curious and will admit my error in judgment at the time; however, I wanted to figure out just how fast the ambulance was traveling.

I sped up to over 70 MPH in an attempt to just keep up; however, the ambulance kept pulling further and further away, and I did not want to go any faster in pursuit. By the time I got to Wilson Road, the ambulance was out of sight and close to a mile ahead of me. I tried to hunt it down and went to the garage, but I could not find it.

I don’t find such recklessness that endangers the lives of local residents and property by driving this fast for no apparent reason to be an appropriate way to serve this community. In the past few days, I have noticed residents attempting to walk down US 12 in the roadway itself. Assuming every motorist will see them, some walk away from traffic; however, sometimes, during white out conditions, it’s almost impossible.

Please, Medic 1 drivers, if it’s not an emergency- slow down!

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Chikaming Township Board says no to proposed waterfront moratorium

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icking up from where they left off on a previously debated topic, Chikaming Township Board members agreed not to implement a moratorium on waterfront construction at their Thursday, Jan. 11, meeting.

At last month’s meeting, Township Supervisor David Bunte explained that the Planning Commission was requesting that the township approve the moratorium until the proposed new zoning ordinance is in place. Currently, the township is working on a new ordinance that is better aligned with its Master Plan.

Board members voted to table the motion until January’s meeting in an attempt to gain further public input from last month’s open forum on the ordinance.

At this time, Bunte said he was proposing that they deny the Planning Commission’s request. With regards to the proposed ordinance, he said that the steering committee was breaking down the second draft of the ordinance into smaller sections and subsections to subcommittees. The new draft with the proposed changes will then be sent back to McKenna Associates, the firm that the township has enlisted to help with the ordinance. He added that a second public hearing should be taking place within the next 30-40 days.

“We’re not rushing the process - we’re actually trying to do everything we can to make sure we get as much input as we can,” he said.

Trustee Rich Sullivan questioned if someone may try to pursue a construction project in an attempt to push it through before new regulations are in place.

“Are we putting ourselves in the position where somebody may pursue something right now but under the new ordinance, we may not have wanted that to happen?” he asked.

Bunte did say that there were already restrictions in place from the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) in relation to the critical dunes and other environmental issues. The moratorium would only add an extra layer of protection with regards to lakefront construction, he said.

Trustee Bill Marske, who also serves on the Planning Commission, said that when the recommendation was made, Zoning Administrator Van Thornton said he was only aware of a few construction projects that were in the works. Permits needed to be secured from the DEQ before the proposed projects could go forward, which could be a lengthy process.

Also at the meeting, board members approved a proposal in the amount of $2,455.69 from A-1 Browns Locksmith to install a keypad to the township hall’s back entry door.

Bunte said that the costs to cover the installation could come from the township’s current building department. The keypad entry would be used during regular office hours by township employees, while everyone else would be granted entrance to the hall through the front door only. Sullivan suggested that they alert contractors to the new setup as soon as possible.

A budget amendment to the Parks Department to reflect a $1,000 grant from the Bike Michiana Coalition for the new Chikaming Parks and Preserve mountain bike trail was approved.

Board members approved a projected 2018 Chikaming Township Roads Improvement Plan from the Berrien County Road Department. Bunte explained that the plan, which was an effort between the Road Department as well as the township’s Road Advisory Committee, reflects their 1.0 mill road millage, which was approved by residents last November. He said the road plan costs $622,400 and Road Department costs associated with the proposed improvements are $270,000, amounting to nearly $900,000 in 2018 township road improvements.

A request from Carl and Ginger Piotter of Harbert Prairie Partners, LLC, for the township to allow them to move forward with an application to the Berrien County Board of Commissioners to have Jane Way added to the Berrien County road system was approved.

A request for board members to attend the upcoming Michigan Township Board’s annual conference Monday through Wednesday, April 23-25, in Traverse City, Michigan, was approved.

Board members heard a presentation on the 2017 annual police department report from Police Chief Todd Taylor.

According to Taylor, officers investigated 67 index crimes in 2017, with a majority of the crimes being related to burglary and larceny. Meanwhile, 262 non-index crimes were investigated, with most of the arrests being due to traffic offenses and narcotics. He also said that officers investigated 223 suspicious situations, handled 243 residential false alarms, stopped 1,115 cars, handed out 1,158 verbal warnings and issued 426 uniform law citations.

Last month, Taylor added that the department handled the first incident with methamphetamine in the 17 years he’s been with the township.

The lunch buddy program, during which Taylor meets with five elementary school students who are in need of guidance, had proven to be a success in 2017, as was the truancy student program, during which Taylor would mentor six designated students every Thursday. He added that Officer Paige Holtz was named the new community resources officer and would be interacting with students as well as business owners.

Taylor said he also intended to start a “coffee with a cop” program with the local community.

Festively dressed partygoers, along with a larger than life bull/buffalo mascot, will step off from the New Buffalo City Beach at 12:45 p.m. for the third annual New Buffalo Winterfest Running of the Bull Pub Crawl Saturday, Jan. 27.

Since festival organizers adopted their pet bull three years ago, the crawl has grown to include visitors from both near and afar. Participants wear anything, from creative costumes, to onesie pajamas, to plain street clothes.

The first stop after crossing the bridge will be the Stray Dog Bar and Grill. After enjoying libations and maybe a bit to eat, the entourage will march along the harbor to the Terrace Room in the Harbor Grand Hotel.

Following that stop, at approximately 3:15 p.m., the group will head to the Bentwood Tavern in the Marina Grand before heading back east to the New Buffalo Yacht Club at approximately 4:15 p.m. For those who are still standing and willing to “crawl,” the final stop will be Casey’s at approximately 5:15 p.m.

The crawl is free; however, food and drinks are on the crawlers.

For questions, email newbuffalo. bull@gmail.com. All times are “guesstimates.” — LINDA HENDERSON

Pasta-making class a yummy winter activity

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memorable, fun and hands-on way to spend a cold winter evening in Harbor Country is learning the art of pasta-making from scratch in the Terrace Room kitchens located in the Harbor Grand Hotel.

Students are taught the special art

by Chef Alberto Ilescas. A different type of pasta is made during each class. Following the class, the students enjoy a family-style dinner, feasting by the warm fireplace overlooking the harbor. The dinner features the pasta created in the class and, word has it, a glass of paired vino.

The classes are held at 4 p.m. every other Thursday. The next available class, with limited openings, is Thursday, Feb. 8. As of press time, the Thursday, Feb. 22, class is completely open. The class costs $30 and is limited to 12 student chefs per class.

Classes fill up quickly. For reservations, call the Terrace Room manager at 269-469-7950. The Terrace Room is located 111 West Water Street in New Buffalo. — COMPILED BY LINDA HENDERSON

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ecently, New Buffalo Inn and Spa earned a spot on the “10 Best Spa Hotels in Michigan” list by the Best Things Michigan organization.

The local small boutiques inn is in downtown New Buffalo, just a short walk to the shops, restaurants and Lake Michigan beaches. The adjacent spa offers massages, facials, hydrotherapy, a sauna and a full-service hair salon. Hair styling is provided by master stylist Jim Grant. There is even a unique “hot poultice” massage. The spa also welcomes the general public to enjoy their services.

The fully renovated inn offers seven comfy, beach-themed suites with kitchenettes, as well as two additional private cottages. The inn provides complimentary Wi-Fi throughout their relaxing suites and an outdoor hot tub, in addition to their full-service spa services.

Lisa Warner, proprietor, massage therapist and esthetician, said that there are numerous spa and getaway packages available throughout the year, which are listed on their website and Facebook page. She said that the inn and spa is active year-round. During the winter months, she said guests come to this corner of Southwest Michigan to enjoy snowmobiling, cross country skiing, snow shoeing, and winery, brewery and distillery tours, in addition to the casino and live entertainment venues. Some guests come to unwind and relax and enjoy the scenic beauty of the area, she added.

The inn’s website states: “The possibilities for celebrating a special occasion (or just plain spoiling yourself) are endless at the New Buffalo Inn & Spa with many selections from our Day Spa Services menu: spa romance packages, couples’ massages, custom girls’ retreat packages and low-priced weekday and multiple night specials.”

Warner said she and her business partners, Tracy and Kurt Hauseman, are very excited for the New Buffalo Inn and Spa to be named to the “Best of the Top 10” list.

“It is unique to be a small property with a full-service salon spa and be recognized in Southwest Michigan,” she said.

Most of the other honorees on the list are located in metropolitan areas and are much larger establishments.

Best Things Michigan rates many activities throughout the state. As stated in their Inn and Spa review: “When you’re looking to unwind and escape, nothing can compete with a spa getaway. Across Michigan, from Kalamazoo to Mackinac Island, you’ll find spa hotels with all the amenities you dream about. Find saunas, aromatherapy, hot stone massages, and a blissful overnight stay at the 10 best spa hotels in Michigan.”

The following is the complete list of spas: 1) Radisson Plaza Hotel Kalamazoo in Kalamazoo, Michigan; 2) Crystal Mountain Ski Resort and Spa in Thompsonville, Michigan; 3) MGM Grand Detroit in Detroit, Michigan; 4) Amway Grand Plaza Hotel in Grand Rapids, Michigan; 5) Grand Hotel in Mackinac Island, Michigan; 6) The Townsend Hotel in Birmingham, Michigan; 7) The Homestead in Glen Arbor, Michigan; 8) Castle in the Country in Allegan, Michigan; 9) New Buffalo Inn & Spa in New Buffalo and 10) Grand Traverse Resort and Spa in Acme, Michigan.

For additional information, visit newbuffaloinn.com or wwwbestthingsmi.com. The inn and spa is located at 231 East Buffalo Street in New Buffalo and can be reached at 269-469-1000. — LINDA DINE IN • CARRYOUT • CATERING EVENT SPACE • GOURMET GROCERY DOWNTOWN THREE OAKS

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Despite temperatures reaching the 50 degree mark Wednesday and Thursday, Jan 10 and 11, work did not resume on North Whittaker Street for the 14th week of the North Whittaker Street Redevelopment Project’s Phase II. Snow and frigid temperatures did return Friday, Jan. 12. The average temperature for the area for Jan. 14 is 29 degrees; however, temperatures in New Buffalo only reached 14 degrees on Sunday, and snow covered much of the area.

Work will resume on the downtown, weather dependent. The street and sidewalks remained open and passable for vehicles and pedestrians.

This will be the third week that construction has been halted due to weather; however, weather delays were figured into the timeline for completion. Prior to this month, the weather had been unusually cooperative.

The next public tailgate meeting will be at 9 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 25, at New Buffalo City Hall. No tailgate meeting was held Jan 4 or 11.

Businesses and residents are advised to continue to run water during freezing conditions as previously done, to prevent freezing until notified that new water system is functional.

The redevelopment plan called for the sanitary sewer to be laid in the middle of the street. The new water service main lines are on the west side of the street with lateral lines connecting to the east side, and the storms sewers are running along the east side of North Whittaker Street.

Phase II work is expected to continue through the end of February, with crews installing a temporary gravel road on North Whittaker Street until work resumes in the spring. In March, crews will perform the final site grading and install light pole foundations. In April, new lighting will be installed along with new curbs and sidewalks. The final roadway paving, landscaping and site amenities will be done in May. The City of New Buffalo, in partnership with the New Buffalo Downtown Development Authority (DDA), is in the final phase of making much-needed improvements to the community’s downtown area. The work underway on North Whittaker Street reflects the final portion of the $4.3 million investment in the downtown, which began last spring, on East and West Mechanic and North Barton streets. This work will not only result in the much-needed replacement of water and sewer lines, but will result in an entirely new streetscape for the downtown.

Pajay crews scooped their first shovelfuls of asphalt and dirt for North Whittaker Street Phase II Thursday, Oct. 5, 2017. The project is expected to be substantially completed by Memorial Day. The crews will strive to keep the roadway open, where possible, after construction hours and on weekends. Parking on adjacent streets has been developed to serve the downtown area while North Whittaker Street is impacted due to construction. Access to businesses will be maintained throughout construction with the exception of a few short closures during water service replacement, depending on location, for safety reasons.

Parking is available on North Barton Street, at the Barton and West Mechanic streets parking lot, on East and West Mechanic Street and at the city lot on the corner of Buffalo and North Whittaker streets and on North Thompson Street.

Parking is available on North Whittaker Street when the road is open to traffic.

All construction schedules are subject to change without notice due to weather, underground issues and other unforeseen circumstances.

Paver bricks from North Whittaker Street continue to be available to the residents at the boat launch parking lot. No heavy equipment is allowed to sort or load the vintage bricks.

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 18, 2018

Empty Bowls volunteers dish up soup for a good cause

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warm meal on a cold winter’s night was just a part of what was served up during New Buffalo High School’s seventh annual Empty Bowls dinner, which took place in the middle/high school cafeteria Friday, Jan. 12.

According to an informational sheet prominently displayed at each table, Empty Bowls is an “international grassroots effort to fight hunger that was created by The Imagine Render Group.”

For a suggested $10 donation, guests received an empty ceramic bowl as well as a meal of homemade chili or soup and crackers, a beverage and a dessert.

Proceeds from the dinner went toward New Buffalo’s Blessings in a Backpack program. The program, which is supported by Water’s Edge United Church of Christ in New Buffalo, provides backpacks of nonperishable food to New Buffalo Elementary (left to right) Patty Thorn and Tracy Hauseman choose a ceramic bowl School students who may not have enough food at home to last them through the weekend.

High school students who needed to accumulate community service hours were volunteering at the event, dishing up the soup and chili from crockpots into small Styrofoam bowls and pouring drinks for guests. Guests could choose from the variety of shiny ceramic bowls that were on display outside of the cafeteria’s entrance before receiving their meal.

Students Victoria Hoadley and Sonja Heath, who both made a ceramic bowl, said the bowls were made by students in the high school art classes. In addition, some students volunteered their time after school to make one. Bowls were made last month during the week before the districtwide Christmas break.

Hoadley said that Fine Art Teacher Jacob Zapor helped them by glazing the bowls as well as adding some of his own to the collection.

“Mr. Zapor came in over break to make a few,” she said.

Mary Robertson, the chairperson of the New Buffalo Blessings in a Backpack program, said that event food was donated by teachers and community members.

“I appreciate everyone for coming out – this really helps many families,” she said of the event.

Jessica Hewitt and Sonja Heath serve up soup and chili to diners Currently, Robertson said that 41 elementary school children were receiving a backpack of food every week through the New Buffalo chapter of Blessings in a Backpack.

This is the seventh school year that Water’s Edge has been supporting the program, which is also how long she’s been serving as its chair. This is the third year that the Empty Bowls dinner will be benefitting the program, which is a part of the national Louisvillebased Blessings in a Backpack charity organization.

Katie and Emily Lambert enjoy their meal at the Empty Bowls dinner Student made cermic bowls on display outside the cafeteria Robertson said that volunteers for the program have not been limited to being just members from Water’s Edge, as members from the community have also helped. The more people find out about the program, she said, the more support they’re receiving to help students in need.

“There are a lot of kids that are having a hard time making it,” she said.

Children going hungry in Harbor Country is a difficult concept for some people to grasp, Robertson said. Tourists who stop by the two food drives that Water’s Edge does to benefit Blessings in a Backpack at Barney’s Supermarket in the summer are surprised to learn about the issue, especially after glimpsing some of the vacation homes that are located throughout the area.

“They’re flabbergasted that we have this problem in our community,” she said.

To learn more about Blessings in a Backpack, visit http://www.

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icholas Bowen of New Buffalo has again been been named to the dean’s list for his outstanding performance during the 2017 fall semester at Ohio Northern University in Ada, Ohio.

Dean of the James F. Dicke Collage of Business Administration John C. Navin, PhD., said, “To be named to this list, you must have attained a minimum of a 3.5 grade point average based on being enrolled for a minimum of 12 graded semester hours of course work. You met or exceeded that standard and this is simply outstanding performance.”

Bowen is a 2016 New Buffalo High School graduate. — COMPILED BY LINDA

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ecently, Craig Molitor, scholarship chairman of The Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel – Berrien County, announced that they have a $1,500 Dorothy Hawks Scholarship available for the 2018 fall semester.

The scholarship is available to current sophomores, juniors or seniors who have been accepted into the teaching program at their college of university. To qualify, students must be graduates of a Berrien County high school and attend a Michigan state college or university. The candidates must have a “B” average. Applications are available at candamolitor@comcast.net or buczwin@sbcglobal.net. — STAFF REPORTS

SWMAR announces Placemaking Challenge grant program

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he Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS® (SWMAR) is offering grants to community and/or neighborhood organizations to support small, inexpensive and incremental community projects through its grant program, “Lighter, Quicker, Cheaper Placemaking Challenge.”

The projects should foster activities that can help improve a neighborhood and make it a better place to live, work and play.

The grants will be funded through the National Association of REALTORS’ “REALTOR Party’s Placemaking Program.” The funding for a project may range from being $500 to $3,500. There will be two grants available. Funding for a portion of or the overall cost of a particular project may be sought. The National Association of Realtors has the final approval for the grant amount and acceptance of the project.

SWMAR will be accepting applications until Friday, Feb. 9. The grant application and more information about the types of projects that could be funded can be found at www.swmar.com by clicking on “2018 LQC Placemaking Application” at the top of the homepage.

The grant application must describe the project and include the name of a local REALTOR who is sponsoring it as well as a photo of the space to be improved. The first project must be completed by Friday, June 1. The second project approved must be completed by Sunday, Sept. 30. All project applications will be reviewed and grant awardees will be announced no later than Monday, March 19.

Those who have questions should contact Kathy at the Association office at 269-983-6375 or kpallas@swmar.org. — STAFF REPORTS

Registration now open for early Christianity discussions

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hose who are interested in the history of early Christianity are invited to attend a series of monthly discussions, with the first one taking place from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20, at Church of the Mediator.

The basis for the discussion, which will be facilitated by Glyn Durstan, will be a book written by Diarmain MacCulloch that is entitled “Christianity, The First Three Thousand Years.” Chapters in the book include “The Imperial Church,” “The Making of Latin Christianity,” “Orthodoxy,” and “Protestant Awakenings.”

Discussions will be in the parish hall, which is located at 14280 Red Arrow Highway in Harbert. Those who are interested in participating should contact the church office at 269-469-1441 or office@mediatorharbert.com. — STAFF REPORTS

From the Bleachers COLUMN BY KURT MARGGRAF IN CHICAGO

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t got cold and started snowing again in Chicago on Sunday, so I was forced to find an indoor activity for part of the afternoon.

Unfortunately, I did not attend the Cub convention; however, luckily for me, the NFL playoffs were in full swing.

When the football season began, I thought the game was beginning to lose some of its charm. Parents were banning their children from participating due to the fear of head injuries, the commissioner was fighting with the owners and players, and, locally, the Bears were expected to be mediocre at best. By the end of the season, all of the previously mentioned fears had come true; however, since the playoffs began, things have surely changed.

The final play of the game between the New Orleans Saints and the Minnesota Vikings was a play for the ages. I’ve witnessed thousands of sporting events in my life, but I don’t think I ever saw anything like it. The Vikings pulled off an unbelievable comeback, pulling out a victory from the jaws of defeat. I hope you were lucky enough to be watching Vikings quarterback Case Keenum, who began the season on the third string, threw a touchdown pass to Stefon Diggs as time expired to defeat the Saints. The play covered 61 yards, and it appeared to be a miracle unless you were a Saints fan (in which case, it was a catastrophe). I jumped out of my chair and yelled, an action previously reserved only for the teams that I love. The Vikings have to beat the Philadelphia Eagles next week in order to advance to the Super Bowl, which will take place in (drum roll, please): Minneapolis! If ever there was a team of destiny, the Vikings appear to be it. I now have a team I can root for - at least for the next few weeks.

The football team I love, win or lose, also had an exciting week. The Chicago Bears hired Matt Nagy to be their new head coach. Nagy was the offensive coordinator for the Kansas City Chiefs last season and comes to the Bears with an excellent offensive mind and a barrel full of enthusiasm. Since he was hired, he has surrounded himself with a group of exceptional position coaches, and the team was even able to retain their defensive coordinator, Vic Fangio.

Finally, I believe the Bears have put together the pieces to successfully compete with the Lions, Packers and even the Vikings. With free agency and the college football draft looming, the Bears should be able to fill a few holes on their roster, and with Mitchell Trubisky no longer being a rookie, I expect big things for my favorite team next season. Hopefully, “Da Bears” can return to their former glory, and every Sunday during the season can be exciting again.

Vince Lombardi said, “The real glory is being knocked to your knees and then coming back. That’s real glory. That’s the essence of it.” Be kind to one another. Make good choices. Keep smiling. Talk to you next week. Peace, love and happiness.

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HARBOR COUNTRY HIKERS TO GO OFF TRAIL NEXT MONTH

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arbor Country Hikers is inviting everyone to leave the beaten path for an introduction to off-trail hiking at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 3, at the New Buffalo Elementary School Nature Study Trail.

“Off-trail hiking is a physically demanding, yet very rewarding, experience. See what wildlife contends with every day of its life as we carefully stomp through untamed forests and wetlands,” HCH President Pat Fisher said.

Fisher said an estimated 10-minute presentation time will precede an approximately two-mile, one- to two-hour hike.

Recommended footwear options range from snow shoes to wet weather boots, as Michigan’s flatwoods can start pooling in the late winter months.

In another upcoming HCH event, Fisher will present “The Unwritten Story of Our Landscape” at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13, at Bridgeman Public Library, which is located at 4460 Lake Street in Bridgeman.

Harbor Country Hikers is a 501c3 organization that was formed last spring as a recreation and learning resource to complement the area’s parks and preserves through trail stewardship and education about local geology, history and plant and animal life. Although membership is encouraged, the events are open to all and children are welcome if accompanied by an adult.

Membership is $20 for individuals or $30 for families.

For further information about HCH or to request a membership form, visit harborcountryhikers. com. The New Buffalo Elementary School Nature Study Trail is located at 12291 Lubke Road in New Buffalo. — STAFF REPORTS

The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians celebrates opening of Four Winds South Bend

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he Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians and its Four Winds Casinos are pleased to announce their newest property, which is located on 166 acres of tribal trust land in northern Indiana and the first casino in the state of Indiana owned and operated by a Native American tribe, officially opened to the public Tuesday, Jan 16.

According to an official press release, the casino, Four Winds South Bend, shares the Four Winds brand with the other Pokagon casino locations including New Buffalo, Hartford and Dowagiac, Michigan.

Frank Freedman, chief operating officer of Four Winds Casinos, made the announcement.

“This property will be an entertainment destination that complements our Four Winds brand, offering the latest in gaming and a full array of our signature restaurants including The Buffet, Copper Rock Steakhouse, Timbers Fast Food & Deli, White Birch Market and introducing Kankakee Grille,” Freedman said. “From the moment we began construction, we did so with the full support and cooperation from the National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA), our local, county and state governments, and, most importantly, from the community. We are proud of the coordinated efforts of all of our partners in construction to keep us moving forward.”

“When we broke ground in December 2016, we did so knowing we’ll have a significant economic impact on the region,” said John P. Warren, chairman of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians. “Once operating, it will generate revenue to fund services and programs that will create additional economic opportunities for Pokagon Citizens, the City of South Bend, and also fund community projects, local organizations and schools. Our commitment to our tribal citizens, children and families of this region is our greatest priority.

From the moment of the groundbreaking and beyond when the casino opens in January, the benefits will multiply.”

Partners supporting the Pokagon Band and Four Winds Casinos in the construction of Four Winds South Bend include: its architect, HBG Design, from Memphis, Tennessee; its civil engineer, Wightman and Associates, from Benton Harbor, Michigan; its construction management company, F.A. Wilhelm, from Indianapolis, Indiana; and its owner’s representative, Kramer Management Group, from Lansing Michigan.

The press release went on to state that Four Winds South Bend will have 175,000 square feet and include 1,800 games, four restaurants, a player’s lounge, a coffee shop, three bars, a retail outlet, and approximately 4,500 parking spaces, including an enclosed parking structure. When complete, the casino will employ approximately 1,200 people.

The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians’ sovereignty was reaffirmed under legislation signed into law by President Clinton in September 1994. The Band is dedicated to providing community development initiatives such as housing, education, family services, medical care and cultural preservation for its approximately 5,000 citizens. The Band’s 10-county service area includes four counties in Southwestern Michigan and six in Northern Indiana. Its main administrative offices are located in Dowagiac, Michigan, with a satellite office in South Bend. In 2007, it opened Four Winds Casino Resort in New Buffalo, followed by Four Winds Hartford in 2011 and Four Winds Dowagiac in 2013.

It owns and operates a variety of business via Mno-Bmadsen, the tribe’s non-gaming investment enterprise. More information is available at www. pokagonband-nsn.gov, www.fourwindscasino.com and www.mno-bmadsen. com.

Four Winds New Buffalo, which is located at 11111 Wilson Road in New Buffalo, Four Winds Hartford, which is located at 68600 Red Arrow Highway in Hartford, Michigan, Four Winds Dowagiac, which is located at 58700 M-51 South in Dowagiac, Michigan, and Four Winds South Bend, which is located at 3000 Prairie Road in South Bend, Indiana, are owned by the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians. Four Winds New Buffalo offers 130,000 square feet of gaming with more than 2,600 slot machines, 50 table games, five restaurants, entertainment bars, retail venues, a pool, and a 415-room hotel, making it the premier gaming resort in the Midwest. Four Winds Hartford features more than 550 slot machines, nine table games, a 74-seat restaurant, and a 15-seat bar. Four Winds Dowagiac features 400 slot machines, seven table games and one restaurant. Four Winds South Bend will have 55,000 square feet of gaming space, 1,800 games, four restaurants, three bars, a player’s lounge, a coffee shop, and a retail outlet. Visitors must be 21 years of age to gamble.

For more information on Four Winds Casinos, call 1-(866)-4WINDS1 (866494-6371) or visit www.fourwindscasino.com. Like Four Winds Casinos on Facebook at www.facebook.com/fourwindscasino. Follow on Twitter at www.

Twitter.com/fourwindscasino. — STAFF REPORTS

Members of the New Buffalo Lions Club are inviting everyone to get out and shake off the winter blahs when they host the Winter Eye Ball Saturday, Feb. 3, at Grand Beach Club House.

The evening will begin at 5:30 p.m. with cocktails from the cash bar, which will be followed by a dinner catered by Classic Catering.

Chicagoland vocalist Jim Bulanda will give everyone a chance to dance to some all-time favorites. With a voice that sounds like Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, Bulanda is known for his covers of popular standards.

Tickets for the ball are $75. For reservations, contact Sue Giglio at 517-862-6571 or sgiglio2016@ yahoo.com. The club house is located directly off the Grand Beach Golf Course at 48200 Perkins Blvd. in New Buffalo. — STAFF REPORTS

Pagel announces DNR grant funding to benefit Chikaming Township

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tate Rep. Dave Pagel today announced Harbert Park in Chikaming Township has been selected as the recipient of a Recreation Passport grant from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

Funding in the amount of $56,200 will be used in the development of a parking lot expansion, creation of concrete walkways, and to build a fishing/viewing platform.

“The work at Harbert Park demonstrates the great partnership between Chikaming Township and the state of Michigan,” Pagel said.

“This is an example of how good projects can be accomplished when we work together.” — STAFF REPORTS

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Council approves Chief of Police

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fter months of searching and interviewing, the New Buffalo Police Department has a new chief. The City Council voted unanimously during their January 16 meeting to hire Richard Killips to fill the position.

A New Buffalo native, Killips began his law enforcement career in 1994 with the Three Oaks Police Department. He previously served on the New Buffalo Police Department and was most recently a lieutenant with the Pokagon Tribal Police.

Killips thanked the Council for the opportunity. He is expected to officially take the position in mid-February.

The Council and City Manager David Richards thanked Sgt. Jason Grimmett for serving as acting police chief during the search.

Richards noted Grimmett had taken on the responsibilities “willingly and without complaint.”

As Killips joins the city staff, New Buffalo sees the departure of a longtime board member. In a letter to the Council, Nancy Smith resigned her positions on both the Harbor Commission and the Zoning Board of Appeals. As Harbor Commissioner Smith played a major role in organizing the harbor dredging.

The Council approved several steps for the Whittaker Street Reconstruction. As Phase II continues, the Council approved the amenities selection presented.

Benches, waste receptacles, bike racks, drinking fountains, lighting, planting and signage were all included in the presentation from Abonmarche. The style and colors were chosen after numerous public meetings held by the DVI and DDA. Natural materials will be used. The plantings were selected to provide a variety of color throughout the seasons.

The total cost for the amenities is estimated to be $250,000. On the advice of Abonmarche the city will make direct purchases from vendors where possible to save on costs and time. By direct purchasing the city will avoid sales tax and mark up costs.

In a separate action the Council approved a bid package for landscaping and irrigation for the Whittaker Street project. Bids will be open February 9.

Council member Liz Ennis noted the landscaping was extensive and asked about maintenance plans. It was explained the plantings were chosen because they are low maintenance. The city will provide what upkeep is

of $167,594 was approved and should be delivered by April 1.

A $5500 snow blower attachment for the City’s Bobcat will help clear snow from around fire hydrants.

Later in the meeting Richards thanked the Streets Department for working to keep city streets cleared during recent heavy snowfalls.

A second reading of Ordinance 224 officially sets Planning Commission regular meetings at quarterly instead of monthly.

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necessary until the DDA acquires funds and takes over responsibility. Ennis said she wanted to make certain the investment in the landscaping wasn’t lost.

PaJay Construction submitted the first change order for Phase II at a cost of $30,402 for expenses including unforeseen elements, materials and labor costs. The change order is still within budget for the project. The Council approved the change order and PaJay’s pay request for work up to January 5, totaling $138,458.39.

Mayor Lou O’Donnell brought up the possibility of applying for grants to help build public restrooms as part of the downtown upgrade. Marcy Hamilton, Senior Planner of the Southwest Michigan Planning Commission, has volunteered to help with grant writing. She is currently helping with the Marquette Greenway trail.

The Council also approved two equipment purchases.

The City’s leaf collecting equipment has broken down several times this year, leaving yard waste still on curbsides in some areas. A new leaf vacuum at a cost

he Council had a first reading for Ordinance 225, which would establish the mayor’s authority to make appointments to boards.

Richards said several boards and committees have bylaws establishing who can make appointments but until now there has been no clear definition of what the mayor may do. O’Donnell added that several community members have approached him about getting involved in projects. He noted there are efforts to add earlier Amtrak stops and being able to appoint people to focus on the matter would help.

The Council accepted proposals from Abonmarche and Nies Engineering for general engineering services in 2018. The city had a part-time in-house engineer to provide some services, but she has resigned and the position will not be filled.

Under an amendment to the employee handbook, employees who are required to drive as part of their job must maintain a valid driver’s license and notify the city if that license is suspended or revoked.

January 21 through 27 is National School of Choice Week. The Council approved a proclamation, signed

by O’Donnell recognizing the importance of education choices.

In a report on The Pokagon Fund, Ennis said the application for high school students and non-traditional students seeking Pokagon Fund Scholarships is now available at pokagonfund.org.

O’Donnell said New Buffalo Area Schools has expressed an interest in purchasing city-owned lots on Jameson Street for its building trades classes.

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Chamber members enjoy wintry Mixer with a Twist

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arbor Country Chamber of Commerce members gathered in the cozy confines of the Terrace Room in the Harbor Grand Hotel for their monthly Mixer with a Twist Thursday, Jan. 11.

Guests enjoyed hors d’oeuvres provided by the chefs at the Harbor Grand Hotel. The fire crackled in the bar while Chamber members, who seemed happy to be out on the town after a long winter's snow-in, enjoyed cocktails and mingled with each other.

A number of members won raffle prizes, which included a one-night stay at the Harbor Grand, a pasta making class at the Terrace Room and the honor of being a featured business on the Chamber’s website.

New members were welcomed, and the following seven members who were celebrating more than 20 years of having Chamber membership were recognized: Michelle Heit, New Buffalo Township-27 years; Sherri Waddle Cummings, St. Julian Winery- 24 years; Cynthia Marquard, Envoy Resort Properties- 24 years; Frank and Sherry Butera, Casa Blanca-23 years; Roger Voegle, Harbert Antique Mall-23 years; Louis Price and Chad Gradowski, Coldwell Banker-23 years and Robert Kemper, Harbor Grand- 23 years.

Prior to the mixer, a number of Chamber members took part in the pasta making class that is offered at the Harbor Grand every other Thursday of the month. Pasta student chefs all highly recommended attending the class.

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Healthy Head Space WHAT IS ASSERTIVENESS, AND HOW DO I GET SOME?

BY NATALIE A. MOONEY, LPC NCC DCC NAM COUNSELING, NEW BUFFALO

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ish you could be more assertive? Wish that instead of biting your tongue, you could speak up? There are a lot of reasons that we aren’t assertive. Maybe in your house, speaking up meant trouble. Maybe you never needed to speak up, every whim was indulged. Maybe you used to speak up, but have recently noticed yourself becoming more and more quiet, less assertive.

Sometimes we do this because we believe meeting the needs of everyone else is more important than meeting our own. I call it the, “I’ll be fine” approach to life. Whatever the reason, you can find your voice, and assert yourself.

Assertiveness is communicating openly and honestly about your needs and wants, while respecting the rights of others. If you’re thinking “Rights of others? They can go to H -E - double hockey sticks!” you may want to read the earlier column about aggression! Assertiveness is the better alternative to passive or aggressive communication. It lands us in the middle. We communicate in a clear and sincere way using an even tone of voice. We are open, and relaxed.

Tools of assertive communication include recognizing differing opinions, using “I” statements, and avoiding telling the person what they should or should not be doing. The big goal of assertive communication is to transmit your thoughts and feelings, and have an exchange. Ask the other person how they see things, offer to work together to find solutions, and show empathy and caring for the other person. Sounds kinda nicey, nicey, huh? It’s actually really powerful.

Assertive communication is powerful because you are in control of yourself, the message, asking for what you need, and giving the other person opportunity to meet your needs. According to Centre for Clinical Interventions, the thinking style is best described as, “I won’t allow you to take advantage of me and I won’t attack you for being who you are.” It’s pretty straightforward.

When you tap into your assertiveness, some amazing changes start to happen. Your self-esteem improves, you are less prone to anger because your needs are being met in the moment, and you are more open to experiencing others because you aren’t so concerned about defending yourself. There are some risks, too. Such is life.

Some people who have benefitted from you being passive may be unhappy with the change. And this can result in more conflict-but handled assertively and with compassion, these conflicts can be managed, and relationships can actually improve. Keep in mind that the idea of being assertive can be scary.

There is no guarantee that just because you make your needs and wants known, people currently in your life are going to listen. That’s okay though, because with better self-esteem, and being more attuned, you can create healthier relationships with new people who will.

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tate Rep. Kim LaSata today said steady, sustainable economic growth will continue based on information presented to the House and Senate Appropriations committees during the Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference, which is the first look at the upcoming economic forecast.

The report was compiled by the House and Senate Fiscal agencies and the state budget director. It predicts Michigan’s recovery from the Great Recession earlier this decade will continue.

“We have heard good news that our economy is strong and will continue to strengthen in the coming year,” said LaSata, of Bainbridge Township, who serves on the House Appropriations Committee. “Our conservative approach to budgeting and diligence in cutting unnecessary spending has resulted in a vigorous economy that is creating jobs and improving the quality of life for Michigan families.”

LaSata said with the arrival of the new year, the Appropriations Committee will soon begin crafting a spending blueprint for the 2018-19 fiscal year.

“The information we received today will be important as we begin work on the budget for the upcoming fiscal year,” LaSata said. “I look forward to getting started on a new budget that will continue to ensure the health, welfare, safety and quality of life for all Michigan residents.” — STAFF REPORTS

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ew Buffalo Township held their monthly meeting Tuesday, Jan. 16, because the offices were closed Monday, their regular meeting day, in remembrance of Martin Luther King. Two members were excused, Treasurer Jack Rogers and Trustee Patty Iazzetto.

Fire Chief Jamie Flick, attending his first official meeting as the New Buffalo Township Fire Chief, stated that the department has had a busier than normal January. The majority of Fire Department calls have been in response to traffic accidents on I-94. With weather conditions and icy roads he urged everyone to slow down. He reported that the new equipment funded by a Pokagon Grant, and approved for purchase at the November board meeting, had all been received; an Electric RAM Telescoping Extractor, with a 54 inch spread, a Thermal Imaging Camera, to replace a 15 year-old camera, and a battery operated ventilation fan.

Berrien County Sheriff Sergeant Julie Flick gave the November Township call report. She reported in New Buffalo Township 115 complaints were answered, 22 citations were issued and 6 arrests were made. In Berrien County, 1213 complaints were answered, 2220 citations were issued and 154 arrests Fire Chief Jamie Flick, attending his first official were made. She stated that there meeting as the New Buffalo were no unusual trends occurring Township Fire Chief, stated in the Township, however the traffic that the department has had a accidents on 1-94 had increased busier than normal January. substantially due to recent road and The majority of Fire Department weather conditions. calls have been in response to The board tabled Resolution 20 180 traffic accidents on I-94. With 116 for the Adoption of a Community weather conditions and icy Recreation Plan. roads he urged everyone to The Township Board and the Park slow down. He reported that Department will hold a public hearing the new equipment funded by a for the review of the 5-year Parks Pokagon Grant, and approved Master Plan prior to the February for purchase at the November meeting Feb. 19 at 6:30 at Township board meeting, had all been Hall. received; an Electric RAM They approved a revision to the Telescoping Extractor, with Purchase Order policy. No purchase a 54 inch spread, a Thermal orders will be needed in the future for Imaging Camera, to replace purchases under $300. Supervisor a 15 year-old camera, and a Michelle Heit stated that this will battery operated ventilation fan. increase overall efficiency, especially for small purchases.

They approved applying for a Pokagon Fund Grant for the Exit 1 Corridor Improvement. They are seeking $822,140 from The Fund, with an additional $100,000 coming from the Township, toward the estimated $922,140 improvement project. Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will be replacing and upgrading the Exit 1 ramps and overpass bridge and the Township will be adding amenities to the exit and overpass. The board plans to add decorative light poles, landscaping and other improvements. In addition to replacing the bridge overpass, MDOT will fund conduit, the pedestals for the lights and painting, and they will also conduct traffic control on I- 94 during the renovation. The project is expected to begin as early as March 1 and may extend into August. At least one lane of north and southbound traffic, over the overpass, will remain open to vehicles during the renovations and Exit 1 will remain open.

The board approved a Sewer and Sewage Disposal Ordinance amendment, supporting a 2 percent annual increase in sewer rates beginning July 2018 and continuing annually. This increase is in response to increase in service costs from the GRSD. They approved three fireman to attend the Firefighter Ice Rescue training in Bertrand, Mich. They approved reimbursing mileage costs for one vehicle and $50 for each firefighter to attend the training. Following the training, Chief Flick stated that the NBT department will hold a local training at the New Buffalo beach so that everyone gets acclimated to wearing and functioning in the Mustang suits.

The board approved the purchase of a washer and dryer in the amount of $15,740 for the Fire Department. The units will be acquired from Washburn Machines, Inc. and they will clean the turnout gear after fighting a fire where the gear has been exposed to chemicals, such as diesel fuel. This will aid in the safety of all the firefighters, according to Chief Flick. He also added that the machines are really needed and will be used often and cleaning the gear will prolong the life of the turnout gear.

The next regular meeting of the New Buffalo Township board is Monday, February 19 at 7:00 p.m. with a Park Department Public Hearing beginning 6:30 p.m. at New Buffalo Township Hall.

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PUBLIC NOTICES or a Bid Bond, of a sum no less than 5 percent (5%) of the total bid amount, made payable to the City of New Buffalo, as security for the proper execution of the Contract.

The City of New Buffalo, MI is seeking bids for the Whittaker Street Redevelopment Project Phase III – Landscaping & Irrigation.

Sealed bids bearing the project name as well as the name and address of the bidder will be accepted until 10:00 am Local Time, Friday, February 9th, 2018 at the City Hall of New Buffalo, 224 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo, MI 49117. At that time and place, all bids received shall be publicly opened and read aloud.

Bidding Documents may be obtained from the following upon request of a non-refundable payment in the amount of $60 for each set (call ahead to confirm availability; additional costs for mailing will be applied): Abonmarche, 95 West Main Street, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 PH: (269) 927-2295 Electronic copies of the bidding documents will be provided free of charge upon request to Abonmarche.

Please contact Sandy Riehl at sriehl@ abonmarche.com to request electronic copies.

Questions concerning the project may be directed to Michael Morphey, PE from Abonmarche at (269) 926-4559 or mmorphey@abonmarche.com.

A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 10:00 am Local Time, Thursday, January 25th, 2018, at the City Hall of New Buffalo, 224 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo, MI 49117.

Bidders will be required to provide Bid security in the form of a certified check, cashier’s check, money order,

The project is scheduled for completion no later than Friday, May 18, 2018. See additional information regarding contract times in the agreement form provided in the bidding documents.

Your Bid will be required to be submitted under a condition of irrevocability for a period of 90 days after submission.

The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids, waive any informality in bidding or to accept the bid, consistent with law, which best serves the interest of the Owner.

CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP GROUNDS MANAGEMENT RFP FOR WORK 2018 INTRODUCTION Chikaming Township Park Board oversees the maintenance and improvement of our Beaches, Parks, and Preserves. Every two years the Park Board is required to bid out the Grounds Management Contract.

1.1 BACKGROUND Chikaming Township oversees 7 Road End Beach Accesses, Two Park & Preserves and One Park.

Approximately 410 acres of parks.

1.2 SCOPE OF WORK Each Park & Preserve have different mowing requirements, which would include: • Mowing general areas and walking paths • Mow Fire Break 2 X a year • Brush cut all paths • Seal Coat all decks and benches • Spring cleanup • Weed spray around dog park and baseball field

• Spreading woodchip in low areas Each beaches require: • Spring Cleanup • Mowing Entrances • Trimming along Decks and staircases • Fall seal coat observation decks and stairs (after Labor Day) Additional Seasonal Services as Required • Snow Plowing: - Harbert Community Park Driveway - Harbert Road Preserve Parking Lot - Chikaming Park & Preserve Parking Lot - Cherry Beach Parking Lot • Fallen tree removal: - At Parks & Preserves, as needed 1.3 REQUIREMENTS Request licensed contractor to provide detailed bid of requirements needed to make this project successful.

Provide township with all licensing and insurance documents at time of bid submittal.

COMPLIANCE All CLOSED bids must be submitted prior to Thursday, February 15, 2018 and applicants must be compliant with all local, state and federal regulations concerning their business entity and the scope of this project.

PROJECT TIMELINE Bids submitted – February 15, 2018 Review and awarded – February 26, 2018 at schedule Park Board Meeting

CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP WASTE MANAGEMENT CONTRACT BIDS INTRODUCTION Chikaming Township Park Board oversees the maintenance and improvement of our Beaches, Parks, and Preserves. Every two years the Park Board is required to bid out the Waste Management Contract.

1.1 BACKGROUND Chikaming Township oversees 7 Road

End Beach Accesses, Two Park & Preserves and One Park. Each of which have both regular waste can and recycle cans.

1.2 SCOPE OF WORK Each Park & Preserve have a different number of waste receptacles requirements: • Harbert Road Preserve – One Trash & One Recycle • Harbert Community Park – Two Trash & Recycling Cans by large pavilion and one Trash only can at Dog Park • Chikaming Park & Preserve – Two Trash & Recycle in the back by the Pavilion; One each in the front parking lot.

Each beaches require: • All beaches need two of each waste receptacles SCHEDULE • Pick-up weekly from April through October • Removal of cans during Winter Months – To be determined • Dog Park Trash pick – up – Monthly Year Round Additional Seasonal Services, priced separately; • Extra Pick-up during the weeks of Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day REQUIREMENTS Request licensed contractor to provide detailed bid of requirements needed to make this project successful.

Provide township with all licensing and insurance documents at time of bid submittal.

COMPLIANCE All CLOSED bids must be submitted prior to Thursday, February 15, 2018 and applicants must be compliant with all local, state and federal regulations concerning their business entity and the scope of this project.

PROJECT TIMELINE Bids submitted – February 15, 2018 Review and awarded – February 26, 2018 at scheduled Park Board Meeting

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HOR0SCOPE JANUARY 18-24, 2018

AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES

MARCH 21—APRIL 19

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22

You will feel very enthusiastic about your career and your ability to get things accomplished this week. This passion will make you more vocal about your talents, which will put you in contact with people who need your services or that can further your career, in some way. A very auspicious week.

You will be much more involved with family and their decisions about where and with whom they want to live, this week. Generally, you like to avoid direct confrontations but this week you’ll be much more impatient and vocal about what you think they should do.

Arguments are likely.

TAURUS

SCORPIO

APRIL 20—MAY 20

Your world will feel very dominated by rules and regulations this week, which could make you may feel a bit stifled. But the good news is, is that you are very determined to succeed now and are willing to work hard to past all the red tape. No matter how weighed down you feel, you will make it to the top.

GEMINI

SAGITTARIUS

It may become evident that other people do not hold the same values you do and even though this will cause some discomfort or disillusionment, you won’t let it sway you from your beliefs. In fact, it will cause you to become more steadfast in your position. Dig in but don’t be obstinate.

CANCER

CAPRICORN

This week you will find your niche within the larger group and will feel like your input is appreciated and acted upon. You will feel like you can rest and relax, now that you’ve accomplished getting your ideas out to a larger audience. A celebration of sorts may be in order.

LEO

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A sunny disposition awaits you this week. No longer will you feel like you have to brood or fight to get your points across to higher ups. There will be a sense of relief and accomplishment in business relationships.

You will definitely be ready to move on to more personal projects now.

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Talking with others will stimulate you creatively and will make you pull some of those forgotten creative projects out of the closet.

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There is much focus on your physical well being and your daily routines right now, and there could be a real urge to make some drastic changes but don’t overdo it. Be cautious that you don’t overindulge or make permanent changes to your appearance. Be mindful when engaging in physical activity, also.

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DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19

Your energy levels will be on the rise, giving you the wherewithal to accomplish those more physically demanding tasks this week.

Don’t be afraid to enlist the help of another because working as a team will not only accomplish twice as much, but it will help you perfect your creative ideas.

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Conversations and interactions could turn a bit controversial this week, causing some people to feel excluded and hurt. There could be a power struggle or a need to dominate another to keep them from hurting or displacing relationships you care about.

Stand up for things you care about now.

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OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21

Your home-life or a family member will dominate much of the week ahead. There will be a need to establish new boundaries because you will want to protect certain parts of your private life from interruption or intrusion.

Reinforce boundaries but don’t cut people off completely.

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There will be some drama at work or a coworker may try to pull you into a personal situation this week. It will be best to avoid getting into anything that could affect your standing or reputation within the company, so be sure to be completely honest and above board with coworkers.

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EVENTS

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POLICE BLOTTER JANUARY 8-14, 2018 JANUARY 8 False Alarm Private Property Damage Accident JANUARY 9 VCSA/Poss. Of Marijuana False Alarm JANUARY 10 Assault Domestic Violence VCSA/Poss. Of Marijuana False Alarm JANUARY 11 Pokagon Tribal PD/Assist Other Agency Warrant Arrest Civil Dispute Suspicious Situation JANUARY 12 Welfare Check Open Intox. Violation JANUARY 13 Pokagon Tribal PD/Assist Other Agency (x2) Medic JANUARY Assist Other Agency (x2) NB Township PD/Assist Other Agency JANUARY 14 Disturbance PBT False Alarm DWLS/1st Offense DPW/Assist Other Agency

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DAILY EVENTS

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EVERY WEDNESDAY KNITTING AT THE DELI 4-6PM. David’s Deli.

All are welcome.

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 27

WINTERFEST/THIRD ANNUAL BISON PUB CRAWL 12:45PM-?. Downtown New Buffalo.

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