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New Buffalo Shoreline Alliance seeking more plaintiffs in fight against United States for ‘unjust taking of shoreline property’ PAGE 4

Three Oaks debuts new farmers market PAGE 5 New Buffalo school board accepts resignation of middle school principal Bradley Brunner PAGE 8 Rookie Bison high jumper wins medal at state finals PAGE 10 Cyclists take to the country roads during ‘Bike-N-Brunch’ PAGE 11

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NEW BUFFALO GRADUATES COMMENDED FOR ‘RESILIENCY,’ URGED TO BE ‘LIFELONG LEARNERS’ — PAGES 12-13 —

PHOTO OF GRADUATES CELEBRATING BY TOSSING THEIR CAPS IN THE AIR BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

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Members of theft ring nabbed in New Buffalo area chase

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BY STAN MADDUX

Buffalo. police chase toward Stop sticks were used 15 minutes New Buffalo resulted later to deflate the driver’s side in the arrests of tires on the fleeing car, police suspected members said. of a smash and grab Two men inside the getaway burglary ring working multiple vehicle took off running but states. they were captured during a foot Berrien County Police said pursuit. the suspects on Police said Wednesday, June Police said it it appears the 1, committed appears the suspects. suspects. Lashan smash and grab Lashan Wyatt, 24, Wyatt, 24, of burglaries at of Hammond and Hammond and stores in Niles and Maleik Johnson, 26, of Maleik Johnson, Galien.

Chicago, are part of a 26, of Chicago, Cigarettes ring committing smash are part of a and money were and grab burglaries ring committing discovered taken at stores in Michigan, smash and grab from the Oak Indiana, Illinois, and burglaries at Dairy convenience southern Wisconsin. stores in Michigan, store on Stateline Indiana, Illinois, Road in Niles after and southern Wisconsin. an alarm was activated by a front glass door being shattered to gain entry. igarettes, liquor and Police said deputies at the crime money are among the scene discovered reports of three items targeted in the other gas station/convenience over 150 thefts linked stores in Buchanan that were to the ring, police said. broken into.

Johnson and Wyatt were lodged A breaking and entering alarm in the Berrien County Jail on was then activated at the Galien multiple felony charges, including Pro Mart. fleeing and eluding, three Police said responding officers counts of breaking and entering, close to that retail establishment possession of a stolen vehicle, spotted the suspected black sedan resisting and obstructing police leaving the property, which led to and possession of a concealed a pursuit on U.S. 12 toward New weapon.

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ARREST IN BEACH SHOOTING

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n arrest has been made for the shooting at a crowded Michigan City beach over the Memorial Day weekend.

DeMarco Nichols, 20, made his initial appearance on June 2 in LaPorte Superior Court 1 on a charge of Level 3 Felony Aggravated Battery.

He allegedly shot Rashaan Jeanes in the chest and arm on May 29.

According to court documents, Jeanes was conscious but have difficulty breathing when taken from the beach at Washington Park to the Franciscan Health hospital in critical condition.

The suspect and victim are both from Michigan City.

According to court documents, two groups of people who don’t like each other began exchanging heated words resulting in physical contact at the Stop 2 beach.

Court documents also revealed a video of the incident showed Nichols during the altercation raising his right arm and pointing it at a male subject just before the first of five shots were fired.

There was no mention of Nichols actually being seen holding a gun in a police report about the chain of events captured in the video.

Police said Nichols showed up at the police station several hours later and admitted to being the shooter.

According to court documents, Nichols told investigators Jeanes began cursing at him and made threatening remarks.

Nichols said he shoved him away then Jeanes punched him and that’s when he grabbed a gun from the pocket of his shorts and shot him.

He was being held in the LaPorte County Jail on $25,000 bond.

Nichols could face anywhere from a three to 16 year sentence.

According to police, the beach was crowded and people in response to the gunshots began running in all directions. — STAN MADDUX

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CITY OF NEW BUFFALO JOHN HUMPHREY, MAYOR CITY COUNCIL LOU O’DONNELL, IV. MARK ROBERTSON, JOHN HUMPHREY, ROGER LIJESKI, BRIAN FLANAGAN City Council meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30PM CITY OF NEW BUFFALO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS to be determined NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP BOARD PETE RAHM, MICHELLE HEIT, JUDY H. ZABICKI, PATTY IAZZETTO, JACK ROGERS Board meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:30PM NEW BUFFALO AREA SCHOOLS BOARD CHUCK HEIT, PRESIDENT HEATHER BLACK, VICE PRESIDENT JOHN HASKINS, TREASURER LISA WERNER, SECRETARY JOYCE LANTZ, TRUSTEE FRANK MARGRO, TRUSTEE PATRICIA NEWSTON, TRUSTEE CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP BOARD DAVID BUNTE, PAULA DUDIAK, LIZ RETTIG, RICHARD SULLIVAN, BILL MARSKE Chikaming Board meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30PM CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Meets on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 6:30PM THREE OAKS THREE OAKS TOWNSHIP BOARD Meets on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7PM VILLAGE OF THREE OAKS BOARD Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7PM GRAND BEACH Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7PM MARY ROBERTSON, CLERK DEBORAH LINDLEY, BLAKE O’HALLORAN, JAMES BRACEWELL, PETER DOERR, PAUL LEONARD, JR. MICHIANA VILLAGE OF MICHIANA COUNCIL Meets on the 2nd Friday of each month at 1PM

New Buffalo Shoreline Alliance seeking more plaintiffs in fight against United States for ‘unjust taking of shoreline property’

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

embers of the New Buffalo Shoreline Alliance (NBSA) said they continue to seek plaintiffs in their lawsuit against the United States for unjust taking of shoreline property at a membership meeting at New Buffalo Township Library Saturday, June 4.

NBSA was formed in 2014 by Ed Oldis after a Halloween storm that took out a house next to him and at end of NBSA President Ted Grzywacz's block and officially became a 501(c)(3) in 2015.

During that time, Grzywacz said, “countless, countless” hours were spent talking to state and federal officials, the Army Corps – “everyone all the way up to the deputy secretary of the army” – and all have said there’s a problem regarding the loss of sand at the beaches and damages south of the New Buffalo breakwater but “the official answer has been we have no money.”

Late in 2019, the NBSA began to investigate the potential of a lawsuit; however, attorneys came back and said it would cost them “nothing less than $2 million” and would take 20 years.

In 2019, the NBSA ran into a lawyer who’d taken over a similar case in Stevensville.

“After some discussion, with protection on legal fees, we decided the best thing to do was to file suit,” he said.

According to a press release, more than 70 landowners in the towns of New Buffalo and Grand Beach, including residents of the Dunewood Condominiums, Sunset Shores, Warwick Shores, Forest Beach Estates, and Forest Beach Villas have filed a lawsuit against the United States government under the caption Thaddeus

E Grzywacz, et al. vs. The United States of America in January.

Grzywacz added that since then, there’ve been “two requests for a continuance by the DOJ.” While he said he’s bound by attorney client privilege and can currently only speak to those who are plaintiffs, Grzywacz did say that there has been “favorable momentum on the part of the DOJ.” Grzywacz said they’re still looking for support, adding that they’re about 75% of the way of meeting their need for the lawsuit and that they “feel comfortable that we’ll get it.”

The NBSA connected with a law firm in Chicago, O’Hagan and Meyer, that’s handling the suit, which has capped the cost at $400,000. Grzywacz said the NBSA is short about $110 or $125 that amount now “depending on what extra costs there are.”

The lawsuit claims the construction of the New Buffalo Harbor by the Army Corps of Engineers caused considerable erosion to the southern shoreline of Lake Michigan resulting in significant damages and an unjust taking of the landowner’s property. The landowners seek compensation for the lost property and intend to use proceeds of the lawsuit to nourish and restore beaches and protect against further erosion to the Lake Michigan Shoreline.

Grzywacz said the money will be put into a trust to help pay the cost for replenishment of the sand on the beaches as well as wave attenuation devices, which are the equivalent of modified offshore breakwaters, with NBSA Secretary Ron Watson saying they’d go with underwater breakwaters.

At this time, only lakefront owners can join the suit. Grzywacz that, if you take out Grand Beach, they’re at about 75% of their need for the lawsuit. There are 72 lakefront owners in Grand Beach and they’re at 50% participation right now.

Watson said that Grzywacz is currently speaking with legal teams on if those who have deeded beach rights also can join the suit, which would create more damages.

It’s hoped that the Village of Grand Beach will also become a plaintiff.

Grand Beach Boulevard is owned by the village, which entitles residents to use that piece of the beach; however, the boulevard is currently underwater.

“So that’s why we’re chasing the village to become a plaintiff because they technically have lost that property,” Grzywacz said, adding that NBSA would “get damages if they joined the lawsuit.”

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meeting has been set for June 9 with Grand Beach Village Council President Deborah Lindley and councilmember and beach and parks commissioner Pete Doerr, as well as the village’s and NBSA’s attorneys, with Watson saying that hopefully, the village will become plaintiffs after the meeting.

At their May meeting, the council approved a motion that stated that “subject to review and approval of the assignment agreement between the Village of Grand Beach and the NBSA, the Village of Grand Beach intends to join the lawsuit currently pending brought by the NBSA for the property owners that suffered the loss of property caused by the breakwater in New Buffalo, including the Village of Grand Beach.”

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Three Oaks debuts new farmers market

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

new day dawned on the farmers market in Three Oaks when members of the Three Oaks Downtown Development Authority (DDA), along with the Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce, helped Cathi Rogers, market manager, cut the ribbon on the new Three Oaks Market Thursday, June 2.

Rogers, who’s a certified market manager, said that Suzanna Bierwirth, chair of the DDA Board of Directors and owner of Goods and Heroes in Three Oaks, approached her about doing the market this summer.

Previously, the market had been held on Saturdays; however, Rogers said that, after doing cookouts and car shows on Thursday, the DDA agreed to give that day of the week a try.

Rogers said the market will average about 25 to 30 vendors a week, although it might grow during the peak summer season.

The market takes place from 4 to 8 p.m. every Thursday at 3 South Elm St. As it continues to build, a section of Oak Street may also be closed off.

Music is brought to the market every week by The Acorn. On opening day, Jamie Wagner, an independent singer and songwriter based in Three Oaks Michigan via Chicago, was strumming his guitar on one end of the market.

Vendors, such as The Local Cheese Lady from St. Joseph, Infusco from Sawyer, Froehlich’s from Three Oaks, and BNutty from Valparaiso, come from throughout

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the region.

Rogers said that she’s gotten some out of the South Bend/Mishawaka area who are also interested.

“Hopefully, as we bring vendors from those regions that we can start to bring people that have followings with them, too,” Rogers said.

She added that she’s grateful for local vendors participating.

“I’m super happy to have some local businesses that want to come out and support this also,” Rogers said.

Food vendors include Wood, Stock and Grill (which previously had a spot in Three Oaks), with Rogers saying that Toro Foods, LLC, a foods catering service out of New Buffalo, will be joining them at the end of June and making shrimp paella.

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eginning the week of June 30, Drier’s in Three Oaks will also be grilling sausages on their patio.

Last week’s market was sponsored by Alapash New Home in Three Oaks.

Rogers said about $18,000 in fundraising to put on the market and that no money came from the DDA but was raised through sponsorship money.

Bierwirth said she was pleased that Rogers agreed to take on the new venture.

“Cathi is very experienced and I’m super excited to have her onboard - so far, we have some good vendors,” she said.

For updates on the market, follow Three Oaks Market on Facebook.

Marketgoers enjoy the first Three Oaks Market

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Charges filed in fatal attack on prison guards

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BY STAN MADDUX

ife in prison is being sought for an inmate accused of killing and seriously injuring two correctional officers in stabbings at Indiana State Prison last year.

Ty’metri Campbell is charged with murder, attempted murder, aggravated battery and prisoner possessing dangerous device or materials.

The LaPorte County Prosecutor’s Office also filed notice that life in prison without parole will be sought if Campbell is convicted of murder.

A hearing is scheduled June 10 to set a trial date in the case filed in LaPorte Superior Court 2.

Lt. Gene Lasco, 57, of LaPorte died from multiple stab wounds while Sgt. Padrick Schmitt, 22, of Lake Station was critically wounded in the knife attack in February 2021.

According to court documents, the 39-year-old Campbell somehow freed a hand out of one of the handcuffs he was wearing after taking a shower.

He pushed his way past a female correctional officer escorting him back to his cell.

She used her radio to alert other correctional officers that Campbell was on the loose.

Campbell was running down a stairwell when confronted by Schmitt, who was repeatedly stabbed by the inmate.

According to court documents, Campbell, after reaching the main level, was encountered by Lasco and stabbed him multiple times.

Court documents also revealed the female correctional officer who was pushed by Campbell stopped to try and slow the bleeding from a neck wound sustained by Lasco.

Campbell reemerged and, holding more than one knife, chased her.

The correctional officer ran inside a security cage and tried to shut the door but Campbell shoved his way in through the door.

She managed to escape by going inside an employee bathroom, where other correctional officers were hiding with the door locked.

According to court documents, Campbell was moving in the direction of two other correctional officers with a knife in his hand when he was hit with pepper spray.

He dropped the knife and was tackled to the ground.

The two prison guards then regained control over Campbell, who stated “I’m sorry,” according to court documents.

According to court documents, Campbell told investigators he freed one of his hands by using a homemade handcuff key.

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n explaining the motive, investigators said Campbell claimed he “felt possessed by a different entity” and believed people were out to harm or kill him, according to court documents.

LaPorte County Prosecutor John Lake said the charges weren’t filed until now because Campbell is already serving a 130-year prison sentence for a triple murder.

He said that allowed plenty of time for the investigation and other evidence gathering procedures to be conducted as thoroughly as possible before prosecuting the case.

“Because he’s already incarcerated, he’s not going anywhere,” he said.

Lake said seeking the death penalty is still under consideration.

Campbell pleaded guilty to the fatal shootings of three men that occurred in 2002 at Indianapolis.

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Area-wide celebration of Pride

une kicked off with a week of Pride events in New Buffalo and the surrounding area. Adult Prom in Union Pier at Inion Pier Social and Club Rainbow at the Acorn Theatre in Three Oaks we’re two of the hottest events of the week.

Other area establishments offered support, celebration through special and creative food and drink happenings, givebacks, and recognition of the LBGQT community. This was the second year of a dedicated and committed celebration in the area, showing love to “Harbor Country Pride.” — PHOTOGRAPHS AT CLUB RAINBOW BY SOPHIA R FATOUROS AND JOSIAH GOOCH

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New Buffalo school board accepts resignation of middle school principal Bradley Brunner

ew Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education accepted, with regret, the resignation of middle school principal Bradley Brunner effective June 30, 2022, at a special meeting Wednesday, June 1.

Board members approved the hiring of Brunner as middle school principal in July 2020. Before arriving in New Buffalo, he was director of K-12 teaching and learning at Yongsan International School of Seoul in South Korea.

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

“Upon return from South Korea, as the global COVID-19 pandemic raged, the New Buffalo Area Schools accepted my family and me into the school community. I am grateful to provide leadership to the middle school in the most uncertain of circumstances,” Brunner stated in his resignation letter.

The letter stated that Brunner is “not resigning from my commitment to the New Buffalo community. I look forward to future opportunities to serve the community!”

In a statement after the meeting, New Buffalo Area Schools Superintendent Dr. Jeff Leslie said that Brunner has accepted a position at The College Board, which provides students with college search and admission tools and assists them with their SATs and AP exams.

He told board members that Brunner’s position will be posted the next day and that he plans on having a recommendation to them by their Monday, June 27, board meeting.

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SPORTS From the Bleachers COLUMN BY KURT MARGGRAF IN CHICAGO

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o, it’s early June.

Boston is playing Golden State for the NBA championship (the series is tied at one win for each team). The New York Rangers are taking on the Tampa Bay Lightning for hockey’s Stanley Cup (New York leads two wins to one). The NFL’s preseason games don’t start for a couple of months, so men’s professional sports will be dominated by baseball here in the heartland for the next couple of months.

I feel a bit guilty that I haven’t covered a wider range of sports. Women’s sports are growing by leaps and bounds.

Youth sports continue to be joyful to watch. Soccer, golf, tennis, and more are appreciated by many. In the future, I will attempt to give these sports a bit more attention.

In 1972, Title 9 was signed into law by President Nixon. While not specifically aimed at sports, it had a huge effect on women’s sports. Fifty years ago, one in 27 women participated in sports.

Today, that number is one in five. When the law passed, it was aimed at equal rights. It stated that “no person in the United States shall, based on sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” Unlike legislation that divides, Title 9 has been beneficial for all.

Sunday night’s baseball national game of the week on ESPN featured the

Cardinals versus the Cubs. The game was well played and close, like many of the games the Cubs have been involved in this season. The national announcers pointed out some of the differences between the Cards and the Cubs. In the past, some of the things they said would have offended me; however, not right now. They pointed out the fact that the Cardinals youngsters seemed ready to be in the major leagues, while the Cubs kids seemed to be feeling their way. They also pointed out that since the Ricketts purchased the team in 2009, they’ve been under .500 six times while the Cards have been under .500 only once since 2000.

When the Ricketts purchased the Cubs, I believe it was said that they would strive to have the team be competitive every year. Instead, the Cubs are undergoing their second attempt to be as bad as they can be since 2009. Right now, the team seems much more interested in making money than winning baseball games.

Winning the World Series was nice, but I hope they learn from the Cardinals on how to be consistently excellent. Thank goodness for David Ross and Jed Hoyer, who seem to be capable of leading the Cubs back to the top. When they arrive, let’s hope they can stay there.

Jim Tressel said, “The hallmark of excellence, the test of greatness, is consistency.”

Be careful out there. Talk to you next week. Peace, love and happiness.

Lady Bison drop district opener in softball

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espite noticeable improvement during the season, the New Buffalo High School girls’ softball team was overwhelmed by the hitting and pitching of Bridgman in losing the opener of the District 4 tournament.

The Bison lost 20-1 in a game on Friday, June 3, at River Valley High School that was called after three innings under the Michigan High School Athletic Association mercy rule.

Head Coach Morgan Motycka said she knew the game was going to be a difficult one for her players to compete.

“We just knew the pitching that we were going to be seeing is probably faster and more accurate than we’ve seen all season,” she said.

However, Motycka said her hitters often put bats on the ball, which showed the progress her mostly inexperienced players made during the season.

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because we’re more of a fielding team,” she said.

Motycka said her hitters also did well putting runners on the base paths from being patient enough to swing only at strikes, even though just one player crossed home plate.

The Bison finished the season 3-9 in the conference and 6-18 overall.

Motycka said the team’s performance on offense and defense improved by “leaps and bounds” since the beginning of the season.

Her players after being sounded defeated by teams nearly won when the two teams met again later in the season.

Motycka said the team losing just three seniors is positioned to have more future success because of returning players who will be stronger and more experienced next season.

“I’m excited for the girls to come back and gel even better than they did. I’m anxious to see what that is going to look like for that core group,” she said.

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Bison lose post season opener in baseball

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BY STAN MADDUX

he season is now over for the young but promising New Buffalo boys’ baseball team.

The Bison in their District 4 tournament opener lost to Michigan Lutheran 10-0 Friday, June 4, at River Valley High School.

Michigan Lutheran upset the heavily favored River Valley Mustangs to take the District 4 title.

“It shows you anything can happen at tournament time,” said New Buffalo Head Coach Wayne Butler.

The Bison with mostly freshmen and sophomores trailed 7-0 after the first two innings on runs scored mostly from walks and fielding errors.

The team played much better defensively for the rest of the game.

Sam Wendell, despite his previous inexperience on the mound, looked impressive again in giving up two runs in two innings of pitching in relief.

The offense for the Bison, which was overpowered by hard throwing pitchers, managed just two hits from Braden Huffer and Giovanni Sanchez-Perez.

The team, which didn’t win a game last year, had over a half dozen victories this season.

Butler said the vast improvement has come from players continuing to work hard on the game while their bodies are maturing.

“I’m really happy with how the team looks going forward into next year and I expect big things from them for the next couple of years,” he said.

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Rookie Bison high jumper wins medal at state finals

e never tried high jumping until the start of the track and field season this year but the recent New Buffalo High School graduate placed third in the Class D state finals.

Jeremiah Mitchell cleared the pole set at 6’2” above the ground during the finals on June 4 at Hudsonville.

Mitchell was thrilled at such a high finish but wished he would have topped his best-ever jump when he cleared the pole at 6’6” to earn first place at a recent competition in St. Joseph.

“I feel good about it. It’s my first year in the high jump. I know I can get better at it,” he said.

The first-place finisher was Braden Prielipp, a sophomore from Marion who cleared the pole at 6’9.”

“He was good,” he said.

The 6’1” Mitchell was one of the star players on the New Buffalo High School basketball team which made it to the Class D regional finals this year.

The speedy Mitchell

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said his jumping ability on the court had a lot to do with him wanting to compete in the sport for the very first time.

Mitchell said he gave high jumping a try a few times after practice during the basketball season and felt it was something he could be very good at before graduating.

“Driving on one foot in the high jump

is kind of like doing lay ups. My legs were already used to doing that motion,” he said.

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itchell said the most challenging aspect of high jumping was the several weeks it took him to learn and sharpen the technique needed for clearing the pole.

“I was jumping but I didn’t have like the form. You have to have a good form and I didn’t have that down yet,” he said.

Head Coach Nathan Jones wondered how much better Mitchell would have performed with more experience in the high jump.

“He’s very raw but he’s obviously got some great talent. Great kid.

I can’t say enough great things about him,” he said.

Mitchell recently signed a letter of intent to play basketball at Southwest Michigan College in Dowagiac.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2022 11 Cyclists take to the country roads

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Cyclists take to the country roads during ‘Bike-N-Brunch’

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

or the ninth year, avid and novice cyclists departed from an historic farmhouse to take to the sprawling roads that wind throughout the southwest Michigan countryside for Radio Harbor Country’s annual Bike-N-Brunch Sunday, June 5.

Cyclists could ride every level, as the ride offered 15-, 30-, and 45mile loops. Once they’d taken their tour of the countryside, cyclists enjoyed a boutique gourmet brunch at the farmhouse.

Dave Knoebber, who owns the farmhouse on Wilson Road in New Buffalo Township, said this

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year’s event included 163 people who signed up. When it first started nine years ago, it had 25 cyclists.

He added that this year’s ride included returning cyclists.

“They were telling me they were bringing a friend because they had such a good time last year,” Knoebber said.

The Bike-N-Brunch is Radio Harbor Country’s biggest fundraiser.

Radio Harbor Country WRHZ 93.5 FM and WRHC 106.7 FM is a low-power FM radio station in Sawyer with a 100-watt transmitter that reaches a six-to-

10-mile radius and serves Harbor Country.

In April, the station celebrated a ribbon-cutting at its new facility at 12291 North Red Arrow Highway in Sawyer.

“It’s like broadcasting from WGN studios in Chicago – it’s just gorgeous,” Knoebber, who hosts WRHC’s “Harbor Country Arts Scene” that preview the upcoming artists and cultural events / shows, said.

Knoebber said he’s more than glad to open his farm, which is about 240 acres, to cyclists every year.

Knoebber said his father-in-law

Signing up for the Bike-N-Brunch

bought the farm in 1953, adding that the barn was built in 1918.

When he was a teacher, he used to come up on weekends and during the summer to work on it. Currently, he said he’s in the process of restoring the barn.

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he home, which was built in 1924, was the first one in New Buffalo Township to have running water and electricity in it.

“So, it’s a very historical place,” he said.

For a schedule of shows, visit www.radioharborcountry.org.

Ready to take to the country roads

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New Buffalo graduates commended for ‘resiliency,’ urged to be ‘lifelong learners’

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ichael Stone, a retired Major General from the United States Army, believes there’s something to be said about the Class of 2022.

“I think your generation is special and is going to be spectacular - one of the greatest generations we could see in American history,” he said to a crowd of students, parents, teachers, and friends on Slater Field during New Buffalo High School’s graduation Saturday, June 4.

Stone, who was this year’s featured speaker, has more than 30 years of military service, including four deployments and two combat tours (Desert Storm in 1991 and Operation Iraqi Freedom in 200708). His military decorations include Distinguished Service Medal, the Legion of Merit and Bronze Star. In 2020, he was a federal COVID Task Force Commander.

The trait that makes this year’s crop of graduating seniors stand out, Stone said, is their “resiliency.”

Students have needed to display resiliency as they navigated high school during several unprecedented events, from tragic school shootings to COVID-19.

“No generation has gone through what you went through in high school to make you more resilient and suitable for change,” he said.

To help the graduates navigate the changing times, Stone wanted them to keep in mind a quote from Friedrich Nietzsche: “That which does not destroy you makes me stronger.”

He also wants them to “stay true to your values” because once you “compromise values, you can’t really get them back.”

Speaking of values, he listed the

Army values that he still holds near and dear to him: loyalty, duty respect, selfless service, honor, integrity and personal courage.”

Stone also wants to encourage lifelong “personal growth” in the graduates.

The world is seeing dramatic changes in the workforce and with businesses, as Stone said 85% of jobs that will exist in 2030 don’t exist today.

Due to this, graduates must be prepared to keep learning for the rest of their lives (something the Stone said he’s sure they don’t want to hear after finishing four years of high school) and to keep sharpening their skills.

“Businesses have to be alert - they are moving toward lifelong learning skills and requirements…Businesses are changing rapidly and looking for credentials and change all the time,” he said.

No matter what jobs they hold throughout life – existing ones or ones that have yet to see the light of day – Stone said graduates must be passionate about what they do to succeed.

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s a lawyer, he said he often gets asked by younger people if they should pursue law.

“I hearken it back to: You might be a great runner for staying on the track but just because you’re a great runner and it comes naturally, does that mean you’re going to be a great marathon runner - are you committed?” he said.

While navigating the oftentumultuous job landscape, New Buffalo High School Principal Wayne Butler doesn’t want them to forget to

The Senior Scholars

Michael Stone addresses the graduates

Senior Class Co-Presidents Zoe Price and Georgianna Arvanitis address the graduates

Georgianna Arvanitis embraces Joyce Lantz

The graduates listen to Stone's address

ASL translator Kinsley Lambert and Amanda Jones perform The National Anthem

Graduates turn their tassels

Zachary Forker shakes school board president Lisa Werner's hand

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Junior Class Co-Presidents Carys Gallas and Lauren Nash and Senior Class CoPresidents Zoe Price and Georgianna Arvanitis pose with the Totem Pole

Graduates pose by the elementary school

Graduates perform with the high school band one last time

Ashley Hauseman poses with her diploma with Dr. Jeff Leslie

Class advisors Nicole Bowen and Holli Sommerfeld address the graduates

Zoe Price poses with her diploma with Dr. Jeff Leslie

Elementary students wish graduates farewell

be courteous – and humble.

“Always bring your manners or your soft skills: ‘Be kind’ and ‘be considerate of others.’ None of us truly knows what burden the next person is carrying. After that, use the word ‘please’ and the phrase ‘thank you.’ These are the simplest of manners-words, but they are among those that will get you the furthest in any situation,” he said

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utler added that students must also remember to say they “apologize,” as “so many ills and tough situations in life can be diffused by making this simple statement.”

“A little bit of please, thank you and I apologize go a long way. Be humble and use them often.”

Senior Eliza McGinn said that, while they’ve reached this major milestone in their lives, they still have “a lot to learn.”

On their journey to becoming lifelong learners, McGinn said they must keep in mind the true meaning of maturity.

“Maturity is placing worth on the right things,” she said.

This includes people, who are “of infinite value and irreplaceable.”

Then there’s the graduates themselves – “your choices, your words, your actions, your attitude, your character.”

Noting that a person’s character is often formed during their young adult years, McGinn said her mom once gave her an assignment: write down “three character traits – three things I wanted to be able to call myself.”

“So, I challenge each of you: What sort of person do you want to be?

How about joyful? Genuine? Reliable?

Courageous? Humble? Kind? Think about it, but don’t just think about it.

Write it down, tell someone, remind yourself often, and then be it.”

The ceremony also included Aaron James and Shannon DeWitt reflecting on freshman and sophomore years (which included the high school achieving the National Blue Ribbon

award and the volleyball team taking home a conference title) and Gabriella Levine and Jaden Landess reflecting on junior and senior years (including navigating high school in a pandemic and the boys basketball team winning the third District title in four years).

Graduates also heard encouraging words from their trusted advisors, Nicole Bowen and Holli Sommerfeld (who arrived their freshman year).

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embers of the Class of 2022 are: Anthony Anderson, Georgianna Arvanitis, Alaina Baker-Cervantes, Avery Beck, Michael Bombin, Harrison Bourne, Olivia Bourne, Autumn Bukowski, Juan Cervantes, Benjamin Coffeen, Shannon DeWit, Amber Edens, Jack Elder, Kayla Fatter, John Feather, Andrew Flick, Zackary Forker, Ashley Hausman, Juan Manuel Hernandez, Aaron James, Grace Kenna, Jaden Landess, Gabriella Levine, Anthony Lijewski, Avery Lonske, Fatima Lopez, Eliza McGinn, Christopher Mejia, Elizabeth Mercado, Jeremiah Mitchell, Kaden Parmley, Jason Perez, Nicholas Peters, Zoe Price, Allison Ransom, Jetzibeth Rodriguez- Sanchez, Olivia Shroeder, Austin Semenchuk, Markvell Shaw, Emma Snyder, Ryan Vinson and Quinn Whitaker.

This year’s Senior Scholars (students who have achieved a 3.5 accumulative GPA or higher calculated after second trimester grades are finalized with an SAT score of 1130 or higher) are Georgianna Arvanitis, Avery Beck, Benjamin Coffeen, Grace Kenna, Eliza McGinn, Zoe Price and Olivia Schroeder.

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lennie Stafford-Klann, age 81, of Three Oaks, Michigan died peacefully Monday, May 30, 2022 in the comfort of her family’s

presence.

Her life began September 28, 1940, in Elwood, Indiana to Burl and Della Hobson. Burl died when Glennie was young, so her stepfather, Huffman “Huff” Shaw, raised her.

Glennie married David L. Stafford August 15, 1958 in Elwood, Indiana.

They had three sons from this union.

After thirty-four years of marriage, he preceded her in death on March 4, 1993. She married Daryl Crandell April 20, 1996 in Three Oaks, Michigan.

After ten years of marriage, Daryl preceded in her death February 18, 2007. Glennie then married Albert Klann January 20, 2008. After 10 years of marriage, Albert preceded her in death October 29, 2018.

Glennie was a devoted Christian, having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. She attended New Life Community Church and was a longtime member of the First Reformed Church, both in Three Oaks, Michigan.

Glennie’s sons and grandchildren were the joy of her life. Previously, she enjoyed crocheting and baking for her loved ones. She will be remembered

for her sense of humor, care giving, friendliness, and ability to love all those around her.

Glennie will be greatly missed by family and friends. She is survived by her three sons, David L. Stafford, Jr. of Carmel, Indiana, Kevin (Tracy) Stafford of Rolling Prairie, Indiana, Jeff (Judy) Stafford of Galien, Michigan; four grandchildren, Kylie (Austin) Sullins of Columbus AFB Mississippi, Taylor Stafford of LaPorte, Indiana, Jake Stafford and Brooke Stafford, both of Rolling Prairie, Indiana; step grandchild, Brandy (Jeremy) Payne of Bridgman; four great grandchildren; one sister Shelba (Ken) Enright of Lake Havasu City, Arizona; and a host of nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, David L. Stafford, Sr., Daryl Crandell, and Albert Klann; three sisters, Twila Tranbarger, Vivian Gaither, Carol Wardwell; and three brothers, Estel Shaw, Gene Shaw, and Max Shaw.

Family and friends will gather Saturday, June 4, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 12:00 noon in Real Life Community Church, 12 East Michigan Street, Three Oaks.

Family and friends will gather for a memorial service at a date and time later this summer, to be announced.

Glennie will be laid to rest with her beloved husband, David L. Stafford, Sr. in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Three Oaks.

The family prefers contributions in memory of Glennie be made to Real Life Community Church, 12 East Michigan Street, Three Oaks, Michigan 49128.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Wagner Family Funerals Pobocik Chapel, Three Oaks. Please share a memory or a message online at www. wagnercares.com.

arbor Country Hikers President Pat Fisher will share some of his experiences connecting students and adults with nature during a hike at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 18, at the New Buffalo Area Schools (NBAS) Nature Study Trails, a four-mile-plus trail system Fisher championed and stewards.

“Nature is a universally free source of amazing benefits for us,” Fisher says. “It keeps the mind sharp. It teaches history and respect for life and others. It provides an unbroken link to our roots as people.”

The NBAS Trail System is contained in 60 acres and traverses a wide variety of habitats, including ancient beaches, a planted prairie, marshes, vernal pools, wide ravines and more. The trails connect the NBAS system with Chikaming Open Lands’ Turtle Creek Preserve and the City of New Buffalo’s Turtle Pond Nature Preserve.

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moderately physically difficult, will cover about two miles of the trails, and will last approximately two hours. Those who attend are advised to wear long pants (preferably tucked in), a sun hat, sturdy shoes or boots and insect repellent, and to bring plenty of water. Membership in the group is encouraged, but all are welcome. The Hikers observes federal and state Covid guidelines, and face masks are currently optional.

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n all-terrain rollator, a wheeled walker with oversized tires for unpaved areas, is available on a firstcome, first-served basis by emailing harborcountryhikers@gmail. com. The first part of the June 18 hike will be ideal for the rollator.

Driving directions and other details are on the group’s website, harborcountryhikers.com, and its Facebook page, Harbor Country Hikers. — STAFF REPORTS

Singers to present first summer singalong

he Harbor Country Singers will present the first free summer outdoor sing-along of the year, “Solstice Jamboree,” at 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, June 21, at School of American Music’s Spring Creek Stage, 14 Maple St., Three Oaks, behind the Arts & Education Center.

In case of rain, it will be moved to the Shelter House at Carver Memorial Park, U.S. 12 and Elm Street in Three Oaks.

Music in the provided song book includes “California Dreamin’,” “I’m a Believer,” “Unchained Melody,” “When the Saints Go Marching In,” and many other great songs.

Garth Taylor will be accompanying the singing on the guitar, and Harbor Country

Singers members Donna Mitchell, Diane Ruzevich, and Pat Putnam will be leading the singing. Everyone is invited to join in, and musicians are welcome to bring their instruments to play along. Please bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating.

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or more information, please contact the School of American Music at schoolofamericanmusic@gmail. com or 269-409-1191 or visit the website www.schoolofamericanmusic.com.

The Harbor Country Singers is a program of the School of American Music and is supported by a grant from the Pokagon Fund. — STAFF REPORTS

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PUBLIC NOTICES APPROXIMATELY NOVEMBER) POSITION OF ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT.

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS The City of New Buffalo has three openings on the Zoning Board of Appeals.

If you are interested in serving, please submit your application to the City Clerk’s Office

by Monday, June 13, 2022 in person at 224 W. Buffalo Street or by email afidler@ cityofnewbuffalo.org.

An application is available at: www. cityofnewbuffalo.org/ documents/boardand-commissionsapplication/ Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis for all boards and commissions and are kept on file for a period of one year; applicants must not be in default to the City.

Under the general supervision of the City Manager, provides consistently excellent customer service in helping individuals at the front counter, answering and directing phone calls and responding to electronic communications.

Carries out a variety of front counter functions including processing utility, tax and permit payments, distributes and processes mail, maintains office records, performs daily reconciliation of the cash drawer, provides general information about City services and assists department heads as needed. Requirements include an Associate’s degree or equivalent education and at least 3 years of work relevant experience. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel and able to learn municipal software programs. An opportunity to work with a great team dedicated to serving the city and its residents. Resumes will be accepted until the position if filled.

The City of New Buffalo is an equal opportunity employer.

VILLAGE OF GRAND BEACH THE CITY OF NEW BUFFALO IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING RESUMES FOR A TEMPORARY (UNTIL

ORDINANCE NUMBER 2022-103 was adopted on the 18th day of May, 2022, entitled “An ordinance to require trash receptacles in the Village of Grand Beach

to be removed from the curb or the edge of the street and placed in an appropriate area on the property during certain times and dates in order to increase safety on Village streets by giving drivers a clear line of sight while driving in the Village; to alleviate blight and related factors caused by trash, litter, debris, odor, rodents, vermin, insect infestation from trash receptacles; to avoid related nuisances regarding trash that negatively impact the public health, safety, and welfare of Village residents; and to provide penalties for violations.

A full copy of Ordinance Number 2022-103 is on file at the Clerk’s Office, Village of Grand Beach, 48200 Perkins Blvd., Grand Beach, Michigan 49117 and available online at grandbeach. org.

This Ordinance shall become effective on July 1, 2022.

MARY J. ROBERTSON CLERK-TREASURER

VILLAGE OF GRAND BEACH ORDINANCE NUMBER 2022-104 was adopted on the 18th day of May, 2022, entitled “An ordinance to provide for the registration and regulation of rental properties for the benefit of the health, safety, and welfare of the general public.

A full copy of Ordinance Number 2022-104 is on file at the Clerk’s Office,

Village of Grand Beach, 48200 Perkins Blvd., Grand Beach, Michigan 49117 and available online at grandbeach. org.

This Ordinance shall become effective on January 1, 2023.

branch office, County Clerk’s office or the New Buffalo Township Clerk’s office. Please call for business hours.

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AMY FIDLER, CITY CLERK CITY OF NEW BUFFALO

VILLAGE OF GRAND BEACH The regular election of the Village of Grand Beach will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at the New Buffalo Township Hall for the election of three (3) Council members. The polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

EST. Any person wishing to become a candidate for Council member shall personally, or by duly authorized agent, file with the New Buffalo Township Clerk a petition signed by not less than ten (10), nor more than twenty-five (25) registered electors of the Village of Grand Beach, not later than 4:00 p.m.

EST on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. Anyone wishing to be a candidate must be a registered voter for one (1) year prior to the election as stated in the Village Charter.

October 24, 2022 is the last day for electors to register to vote in any manner other than in-person with the local clerk for the November general election. To register prior to October 24, 2022, visit any Secretary of State

Act, Public Act 267 of 1976, MCL 15.261, et seq., and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids should contact the city Clerk by writing or calling the following: Amy Fidler, City Clerk (269) 4691500, 224 W Buffalo Street, New Buffalo, MI 49117.

The purpose of the Public Hearing is the 2022-2023 Budget and the 2022-2023 Truth In Taxation Hearing. *This is an in-person meeting only. There will be no video teleconference Options.

The public is welcome to attend the meeting at 224 W Buffalo St, New Buffalo, MI 49117.

If planning to attend this meeting, the CDC Recommends everyone regardless of vaccination status wear a mask while Indoors. * This meeting is open to the public and this notice is posted in compliance with Open Meeting

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND SPECIAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING The City of New Buffalo Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing at a Special Meeting on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. at New Buffalo City Hall, 224 W. Buffalo Street, New Buffalo, MI 49117.

The purpose of the Public Hearing is a Special Use and Site Plan request for a restaurant with an outdoor seating area at 207 N. Whittaker Street, New Buffalo, MI 49117, which is located in the CBD “Central Business District.”

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HOR0SCOPE JUNE 9-15, 2022

AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19

There is a much more freedom loving vibe headed your way this week and the stars are in position to help you move into new areas unimpeded and stress free. Don’t let the smooth sailing make you complacent. Get the important things accomplished first.

Strike while the iron is hot.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22

This is the time to express yourself and make some creative changes to your world.

There is a nice flow of energy coming from the stars that is unobstructed and able to get you out of any stagnant or stifling situations.

The important thing is to act fast and direct that energy to a better career standing.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20

The vibe coming your way this week will help you be more present and active in your relationships. This is the time to be more vocal about who you are and what you want out of life. Even though you are a team player, don’t be afraid to take the lead or speak your mind.

The time for sitting back and letting others take the lead is coming to an end. Be prepared for some unusual encounters or some unexpected happenings that will help you see your situation more clearly. There may be things you are enmeshed in that you hadn’t realized are controlling

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22

The energy coming your way will put you on a quest to make your home and family situation better. There is an opportunity coming up this week that will help you address some past family issue or a domestic situation that has gone awry. Use this opening to its fullest by making the first move.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21

You can expect some of your allegiances to shift, this week. A lot is going to take place behind the scenes or behind closed doors, and you may find out about changes after you have made other plans. Trust that you will get clarity and all the answers but it may be after everyone else already knows.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 You will feel an unexpected push to get serious about the future, as the planetary forces create some unanticipated situations. Recognize that challenges are present when your mind is closed to new ideas. You can expect some clear direction from the powers that be.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20

Pay close attention to details at work. This is not the time to become complacent or feel that situations will manage themselves. Take a clear and present stance and go the distance. When it comes to getting things done, hammer out the tough stuff and then take care of the fun stuff.

There may be some unexpected shifts with partners or business associates but ultimately, they will be for the best.

When things get weird, know that is the time to pay close attention to body language and things that appear to be understated because they will prove to be that which matters most.

It is time for a muchneeded break. So much has changed and shifted over the past few weeks, that you hardly have had time to adjust personally.

Now is the time to fully embrace the changes by stopping and taking a good look at all the beautiful opportunities that have graced you.

The planetary forces will be providing you the opportunity to connect with new and different people. This is the time to mingle with people and form connections that are not of your typical persuasion.

Variety and uncovering hidden connections are all part of the experience.

You will be encountering some very unique and out of the ordinary people, giving you the opportunity to get some important information regarding your career. Information that you get now will help you secure a better position in the future. Make notes and don’t loose any contact information.

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*This is an in-person meeting only. There will be no video teleconference options.

The public is welcome to attend the meeting at 224 W. Buffalo Street, New Buffalo, MI 49117. If planning to attend this meeting, the CDC recommends everyone regardless of vaccination status wear a mask while indoors. * This meeting is an open meeting. The notice is posted in compliance with Open Meeting Act, Public Act 267 of 1976 MCL 15.261, et seq., and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids should contact the City Clerk by writing or calling the following: Amy Fidler, City Clerk, (269) 469-1500, 224 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo, MI 49117.

AMY FIDLER, CITY CLERK CITY OF NEW BUFFALO

ADULT-USE RECREATIONAL MARIHUANA ESTABLISHMENTS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a joint special meeting of the New Buffalo Township Board and the New Buffalo Township Planning Commission will be held at the Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Highway, New Buffalo, MI 49117, on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, at 6:30 p.m.

At this meeting, the Township Board and Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the potential authorization of Adult-Use Recreational Marihuana Establishments in the Township and other matters that may come before the public bodies.

Anyone may appear in person or by counsel and make a comment during the public hearing. The Township Board and Township Planning Commission are also receiving written comments at the Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Highway, New Buffalo, MI 49117.

Written comments must be received by the Township prior to the start of the public hearing on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, at 6:30 p.m.

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the proposed budget. The proposed budget may be adopted at a regular meeting of the New Buffalo Township Board immediately following the public hearing. Action on the 2022 millage may also be taken at that meeting.

NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP BERRIEN COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED 2022-2023 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET The Township of New Buffalo will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2022-2023 fiscal year budget and the proposed millage rates for 2022 on Monday, June 20, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. at the New Buffalo Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Hwy., New Buffalo, MI 49117.

THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. THE PROPOSED MILLAGE RATES ARE AS FOLLOWS: Operating .3843 Mills (voted millage) Parks .37 Mills (millage on ballot August 2, 2022) Public Safety 2.1 Mills (special assessment) The Township must hold a public hearing before the final adoption of the budget. Any interested person will be given the opportunity to be heard at the public hearing regarding

A copy of the proposed budget is available for public inspection at the New Buffalo Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Hwy., New Buffalo, MI 49117.

This notice is posted in compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Public Act 267 of 1976, as amended, (MCL 41.72a(2)(3)) and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The New Buffalo Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon five days notice to the New Buffalo Township Board.

Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the New Buffalo Township Board by writing or calling the following: New Buffalo Township Clerk, 17425 Red Arrow Highway, New Buffalo, Michigan, 49117, 269-469-1011.

The taxing unit publishing this notice and identified below has complete authority to establish the number of mills to be levied from within its authorized millage rate This notice is published by the: New Buffalo Township Board 17425 Red Arrow Highway New Buffalo, MI 49117 269-469-1011 81845:00002:6386428-1

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