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Gov. Whitmer amends MI Safe Start Order to limit indoor gatherings, save lives PAGE 4 Search continues for suspected New Buffalo drowning victim, other drownings occur in Berrien County PAGE 5 New Buffalo City councilmembers do first reading of ordinance regarding regulation, preparation of solid waste, approve sale of former hardware store property PAGE 6 Tentative green light for fall high school sports PAGE 9

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Washington Park remains off-limits

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BY STAN MADDUX

he beach in Michigan City will remain closed now until at least Aug. 13.

The July 30 decision by the city council was made two weeks after mayor Duane Parry ordered the beach and all of Washington Park closed to prevent a potential spread of COVID-19 from usually large attendance at the lakefront before and after July 4.

Originally, a majority of the city council expressed support for reopening Washington Park under restrictions designed to create adequate space for social distancing.

Among the suggestions was reopening the park strictly to local residents and hotel guests.

There was no discussion about reopening the park, though, when the council decided to extend the closure for two weeks.

Some members of the council did call for the city to block public access to the still open Sheridan Beach east of Washington Park at stops 2 through 13.

“I think if we’re going to close the beaches, I think we should close all of them for everyone,” said councilman

Paul Pryzbylinski.

Councilman Don Pryzbylinski said he counted nearly 190 parked vehicles with out of state plates in the Beachwalk neighborhood during one of his recent visits to the lakefront.

He said most, if not, all of the people from those vehicles were more than likely using Sheridan Beach.

“We should close that down also if we’re really concerned about public health and safety,” he said.

There’s been speculation an outbreak of gunfire at and near Washington Park was a factor in the mayor ordering the beach closed.

One of the gun related incidents turned out to be a fatality while another resulted in no serious injuries but at least one vehicle was damaged by gunfire.

Paul Pryzbylinski proposed a ban on alcohol at Washington Park to help curb the violence.

He said alcohol is permitted to cater to festivals held annually at the park but since those events this year have been cancelled by COVID-19, there’s no reason to allow it at the park right now.

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Ice cream parties will be at the following locations: Judy’s Motel, 18891 U.S. 12 in New Buffalo, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15; Oakview Estates, U.S. 12 in Three Oaks, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22; and New Troy Community Center, 13372 California Road, New Troy, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Volunteers will help you complete the 2020 Census if you haven’t already done so. There will be one gift card per household.

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CITY OF NEW BUFFALO MAYOR LOU O’DONNELL IV CITY COUNCIL Meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30PM DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (DDA) MEETING Meets on the 2nd Thursday May, September, and November at 8AM CITY OF NEW BUFFALO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS Meets on the first 1st Tuesday Quarterly at 7PM NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP 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 CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP 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 VILLAGE OF GRAND BEACH COUNCIL Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7:30PM MICHIANA VILLAGE OF MICHIANA COUNCIL Meets on the 2nd Friday of each month at 1PM

Gov. Whitmer amends MI Safe Start Order to limit indoor gatherings, save lives STATEWIDE, BARS ARE CLOSED FOR INDOOR SERVICE AND INDOOR GATHERINGS ARE RESTRICTED TO NO MORE THAN 10 PEOPLE

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n Wednesday, July 29, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020160 and Executive Order 2020-161, amending Michigan’s Safe Start Order and issuing revised workplace safeguards.

Under the Safe Start Order, beginning July 31, statewide indoor gatherings were limited to 10 people and bars were closed for indoor service across the state, including in Regions 6 and 8.

“As we see COVID-19 cases continue to rise, Michiganders cannot afford to drop our guard.

We must take every step possible to save lives, protect the brave men and women on the front lines, and avoid overwhelming our healthcare system while we continue to combat COVID-19,” said Gov. Whitmer in a press release. “After seeing a resurgence in cases connected to social gatherings across the

state, we must further limit gatherings for the health of our community and economy. By taking these strong actions, we will be better positioned to get our children back into classrooms and avoid a potentially devastating second wave.”

COVID-19’s resurgence is closely associated with super-spreading events at large social gatherings, often attended by young people. An outbreak at a Lansing bar has resulted in 187 infections; more than 50 cases have been linked to a single house party in Saline; and a sandbar party at Torch Lake over the July 4 weekend led to at least 43 confirmed cases. Therefore, Executive Order 2020-160 limits statewide indoor gatherings to 10 people or less and, across most of the state, limits outdoor gatherings to 100. (The outdoor gathering limits will remain at 250 in Regions 6 and 8.)

Executive Order 2020160 also orders that bars

in every region, including those in regions 6 and 8, must close for indoor service if they earn more than 70% of their gross receipts from sales of alcoholic beverages.

Under the governor’s orders, Detroit casinos will also be allowed to open on August 5, but their occupancy will be limited to 15% capacity.

Casinos must also, among other things, conduct a daily entry screening protocol for customers and employees, temperature screening. Casinos must require patrons to wear a face covering, except while eating or drinking or for identification purposes.

Executive Order 2020160 will rescind Executive Orders 2020-110, 2020115, 2020-120, 2020-133, and 2020-143.

Information around this outbreak is changing rapidly. The latest information is available at www.michigan.gov/ coronavirus and www.cdc. gov/coronavirus. — STAFF REPORTS

REP. WENDZEL HONORS FAMILY OF FUTURE NAVAL OFFICER

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tate Representative Pauline honored the family of Coloma High School graduate Ian Ishmael with a United States flag flown over the Michigan Capitol. Ian is just the fourth student in the history of Coloma High School to be appointed into the United States Naval Academy.

“It was an incredibly special day when I was able to pin my sister after she earned her commission in the United States Air Force, and I’m excited for the journey Ian and his family are about to begin,” Rep. Wendzel said.

“This flag is a symbol of Ian’s incredible accomplishment, and I know his family and community are beyond proud.”

The flag was flown over the Michigan State Capitol the day Ian took his oath to serve our country. “Nothing we do will ever be enough, but this is another small way I can honor one of my constituents who has chosen to serve our country,” Rep. Wendzel said. — STAFF REPORTS

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Search continues for suspected New Buffalo drowning victim, other drownings occur in Berrien County

BY STAN MADDUX

ontinued rough conditions on Lake Michigan were hampering the search for a man suspected to have drowned at the municipal beach in New Buffalo.

The 24-year-old man from Villa Ridge, Missouri, was last seen Thursday, July 30, at about 7:30 p.m., according to New Buffalo City Police.

He apparently slipped below the surface as 6-foot waves produced by strong northerly winds easily crashed over the break wall, which was shortened considerably by the record high lake.

There were also strong undercurrents, police said.

New Buffalo City Manager Dave Richards said red flags advising people to stay out of the water were already posted when the man disappeared.

Police Chief Rich Killips said the ongoing search has been limited primarily from boats and through the air because the lake for several consecutive days remained too choppy for divers with the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office to safely venture into the water.

Sand from the bottom of the lake stirred up from the turbulence also made the water too murky to send divers in.

“It’s been stirred up so much it would make it really difficult to see anything,” Killips said.

Sonar to try and locate a body underwater along with drones scouring the surface of the lake have been used since the initial search that included a helicopter from the U.S. Coast Guard station in Michigan City.

The name of the man believed to have drowned was not immediately released.

Killips said he was a contractor doing work in the area then after his shift went to the beach to see Lake Michigan with two other workers.

Killips said the investigation showed the men were sort of wading in the water fully clothed when the apparent victim had his hat blow off in the gusty winds.

He went out further into the water to try and retrieve his hat when caught by an undertow, he said.

“As soon as the lake cooperates, we’ll have some divers in and look to see if they can find anything,” Killips said.

Along with the New Buffalo

drowning, two other drownings occurred in Berrien County last Thursday.

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County Sheriff’s press release, at approximately 8:57 p.m., first responders were called to the Warren Dunes State Park for a water rescue involving a 13-year-old female who was

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missing and last seen in the water. First responders and the U.S. Coast Guard conducted a search for the victim but were unable to locate the female in the water. The search was suspended after dark and resumed the following morning.

On Friday July 31, the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office Marine Unit and Dive Team, along with the Lake Township Fire Department and Great Lakes Drone Company, resumed the search. At approximately 12:36 p.m., Chikaming Township Police Department received information of a body that had washed up on the shoreline near Pier Street beach in Lakeside, Michigan.

Responding officers were able to confirm this was the missing 13-yearold female from Warren Dunes State Park. Chikaming Township Fire Department was able to recover the body with the assistance of the Lake Township Fire Department and

the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office Marine Unit and Dive Team.

The female was from Otsego, Michigan. Her name wasn’t released due to her age.

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ccording to a St. Joseph Public Safety Department press release, a 44-year-old male from Lakeville, Indiana, attempted to save his two children 17 and 12 years of age, who were also struggling in the water off Lions Park Beach in Lake Michigan, after they got caught in an undertow Thursday. The 17- and 12-yearold were rescued by St. Joseph Reserve Officer Everett Gaston.

However, the 44-year-old male drowned while trying to save his children. He was pronounced deceased at Spectrum Health Lakeland.

At 8:08 p.m. Thursday, officers from the St. Joseph Department of Public Safety were dispatched to Lions Park Beach for the report of a water rescue in Lake Michigan.

Upon arrival, four individuals were struggling in the water off Lions Park Beach in Lake Michigan. Fabian Weber was on a surfboard and was able to rescue Meghan Lynch and Vincent Ball by pulling them on the surfboard.

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New Buffalo City councilmembers do first reading of ordinance regarding regulation, preparation of solid waste, approve sale of former hardware store property

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embers of the New Buffalo City Council did a first Reading of Ordinance #247 to amend sections 15-7 and 15-9 of the New Buffalo Code to Regulate the Preparation and Collection of Solid Waste at a special meeting held via Zoom Tuesday, July 28.

The ordinance “prohibits the placement of bins prior to 8 a.m. preceding the day of collection and requiring removal of the bins from the curb of the day after collection by 8 p.m. requiring placement of them in the side or rear yard” and states that “downed trees and limbs exceeding 4 feet in length are not eligible for curbside pickup and property owners and occupants are responsible for disposing of them.”

The ordinance also makes it “unlawful to scatter any raw refuse, garbage or rubbish in any sewer, ravine, drainage ditch or catch basin in the City, Harbor, the Galien River or Lake Michigan” as well as “to allow refuse, garbage, rubbish, yard waste, recyclables, or downed trees or branches to accumulate on any public or private parcel except to prepare it for pickup or removal.

October storage of such items shall not exceed 14 days of duration.”

Section 15.9 allows the city to “remove unauthorized items from the street right-of-way after 24 hours and recover costs from the property owner in accordance with the procedure noted and requiring payment within 30 days.

Failure to pay will result in a property tax lien.”

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In addition, the City may remove items from the right-of-way at its expense without notice and empty a bin placed at the street on a day other than the scheduled collection day at the owner’s expense for a fee set by the City Council.”

Mayor Lou O’Donnell IV said that he was concerned for second homeowners who don’t have anyone to remove the bins the day after collection, particularly those who just come up for the weekend (rentals usually have an agency that has cleaners and maintenance and can contract the removal of the bins out).

He added that those who come up for the weekends can always just hire a local neighbor or a teenager to move the bins for them.

Councilmembers made a motion to approve the sale of the city-owned 435 South Whittaker Street (the property that was the site of the former hardware and lumber store) under the following conditions: the city has the right to purchase the property back at its original price of $139,000 plus the verifiable costs made by the city if the buyer hasn’t obtained a certificate of occupancy on or before Dec. 31, 2021 and that the buyer doesn’t flip the property for five years.

The city had two offers, one of which is within the appraised value at $139,000.00. The other bid was $35,000.00. The high bidder, Firas Naji submitted a purchase offer within the property’s appraised value of $139,000 that was reviewed by the City’s attorney.

Resolution 20.24, which authorizes a ballot proposal for the Nov. 3, 2020 general election for a road millage, was

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approved.

The proposal will contain the following language: “Shall the City of New Buffalo impose an additional millage of up to 0.25 mills ($0.25 per thousand dollars of taxable value) for a period of 20 years (2021 through 2025 inclusive) for the purpose of constructing, improving, repairing, and maintaining public roads, and shall the city be authorized to levy this millage on all taxable property in the city raising an estimated $61,161 in the first year of the levy? (To the extent required by law, a portion of the tax levy will be captured by the Downtown Development Authority of the City of New Buffalo).”

Council members also approved Resolution 20.25, which authorizes a ballot proposal for the Nov. 3 election for a millage renewal to fund park improvements.

The proposal will contain the following language: “Shall the previously-voted millage to fund park improvements in the City of New Buffalo, as reduced by the required millage rollback, be renewed at 0.4599 mills ($0.4599 per thousand dollars of taxable value) for a period of 5 years (2021 through 2025 inclusive) and shall the city be authorized to levy this millage on all taxable property in the city raising an estimated $112,512 in the first year of the levy? (To the extent required by law, a portion of the tax levy will be captured by the Downtown Development Authority of the City of New Buffalo).”

Councilmembers approved Change Order #2 from Rieth Riley Construction for the 2019 Street Resurfacing in the

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Councilmembers approved Rieth Riley’s Final Pay Request #4 for the 2019 Street Resurfacing in the amount of $39,166.90.

Councilmembers approved the city applying for a reimbursement policy grant.

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ccording to Rich Killips, city police chief, the Michigan Department of Treasury has introduced two grant programs for municipalities to recover public safety costs that were incurred during the COVID pandemic and to cover the cost of hazard pay for first responders.

If the city is successful in securing the first grant for the Public Safety and Public Health Payroll Reimbursement Program, all payroll costs for the Police Department for the months of April and May would be reimbursed by the state.

The grant program only had a 10-day application period, which forced the city to complete the application and submit it to the state.

The second grant for the First Responder Hazard Pay Premiums Program reimburses municipalities the cost of hazard pay that was or will be paid to their first responders that had to work during the pandemic. Employees who worked during that time would be paid a hazard pay; a one time salary adjustment of $1000.00 (40-hour employee) and $500 for part-time employees. The hazard pay can be paid contingent upon the city being awarded this grant.

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400-foot boardwalk above the water in LaPorte is going up as part of the ongoing transformation of Clear Lake as a destination.

The 8-foot-wide boardwalk at the southwest corner of the lake will have two platforms extending out for people to sit on park benches to fish or simply look out over the water.

It’s the latest feature added to a former industrial area, with a trail system being developed and soon 200 resort type lakefront condominiums.

“It’s just one more piece

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in making that area as attractive as possible for our residents and for people to come out and recreate,” said Bert Cook, executive director of the LaPorte Economic Advancement Partnership.

The over $688,000 cost of the boardwalk is funded primarily by the Healthcare Foundation of LaPorte, said city engineer Nick Minich.

Minich said construction, which began in early July, is expected to be finished sometime in September.

The boardwalk will have a wood surface for use by pedestrians and bicyclists.

There will be hand rails made of wood on both

sides and wire screen mesh between the railings and travel surface to guard against falling over the edge.

Clear Lake is beside New Porte Landing, an over 50-acre brownfield that’s had businesses like Dunkin Donuts, Starbucks, Dunes Volleyball Center and a new medical office facility go up the past few years.

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laherty & Collins Properties out of Indianapolis is expected begin construction of the lakefront condominiums next month on a parcel recently cleaned up on the east side of

the former industrial site.

Trails are also being developed around Clear Lake and will be connected to the new Chessie Trail running from Pine Lake and, eventually, to the downtown.

Cook said the connections will give trail users access to all of the amenities along the way.

The improvements are part of the “Heart of LaPorte” plan aimed at turning the city into a healthier and more enjoyable place attracting more retailers and restaurants.

“Things are actually happening and it’s only the beginning,” said mayor Tom Dermody.

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From the Bleachers COLUMN BY KURT MARGGRAF IN CHICAGO

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ow! This is going to be quite a baseball season. One minute you’re trying to make the playoffs, and the next minute, you’re struggling to field a team. Covid-19 is having a huge effect on baseball, just as it has on almost everything else.

The Cubs and White Sox had great weeks and baseball fever is spreading across the city. The Cubs are now 7-2, and I’m really liking the way rookie manager David Ross is handling things.

The teams starting pitching and hitting have been top notch but the relievers have left a lot to be desired. Many managers would have stayed with their original plan, and if Ross had, the team would be floundering. So he changed closers and gave some youngsters a chance, and while things have been sketchy, the Cubs keep on winning, and the shortened baseball season is already 15% over.

The White Sox are smashing the ball all over the park, and rookie Louis Robert appears to be the real deal.

The young man has all the tools to be baseball’s next superstar. He’s a big man who runs like the wind, has a great arm, hits, hits with power, and is a great fielder. Five-tool players are rare indeed, and Robert looks like he’s going to star for the Sox for years to come. The Sox have another player who I love to watch. Eloy Jimenez, the Sox’ left fielder, has power to spare, but his most endearing trait is his smile. I’ve followed Jimenez for years now because

he was once in the minor leagues with the Cubs. I was disappointed when the Cubs traded him to the Sox, but at least he stayed in the city. No matter who he plays for, he hits the ball a long way and seems to be having a lot of fun. I sure hope that this season can be completed without any further interruptions by Covid-19.

The hockey season began with the underdog Blackhawks knocking off the Edmonton Oilers. Two youngsters, Dominik Kubalik and Kirby Dach, played key roles in the victory and gave Hawk fans a reason to believe they have a legitimate chance to knock off the Oilers.

The NBA season also started, and although the Bulls aren’t participants, there are a slew of story lines to follow. The teams are all in a “bubble” in Florida and so far, the virus has not been a problem. The story that interested me the most was Meyers Leonard’s. Leonard supports Black Lives Matter, and he also has a brother in the military. After talking with his teammates, he said he both supports the movement while at the same time his heart made him stand for the anthem. His team supported him, but some opponents weren’t happy.

Roman historian Sallust said, “Harmony makes small things grow, lack of it makes great things decay.”

Stay safe. Be kind. Have fun. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

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Tentative green light for fall high school sports

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BY STAN MADDUX

igh school football practice in New Buffalo will soon begin under a tentative COVID-19 green light flashed by the Michigan High School Athletic Association.

New Buffalo High School Athletic Director Matt Johnson said football practice will get underway Aug.

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Johnson said practices begin Aug. 12 for boys’ tennis, volleyball and soccer.

He cautioned practice schedules and even the seasons for each fall sport hinges on future COVID-19 numbers.

“Obviously, this is a fluid situation and things could change,” Johnson said.

According to the MHSAA, football practices will be limited to conditioning, physical training and skill work during the first week.

Only helmets can be worn at first. Then full player pads and equipment during practice will be allowed the following week, MHSAA said.

MHSAA said a decision on whether to delay or begin the seasons for football, volleyball, soccer and other fall sports on schedule will be made by Aug. 20.

MHSAA also revealed no large scale events like tournaments and invitations will be allowed in any of the fall sports to limit the number of people gathered at any one location.

Guidelines for spectator attendance will be announced once finalized by the governor’s office, MHSAA said.

“The MHSAA will continue to be nimble and flexible in these uncertain times. We will continue to provide updates and possible modifications based on the most current information, directives from state government and health department officials and member school feedback,” MHSAA said.

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team of assessors from the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission (MLEAC) will arrive Monday, August 10, to examine all aspects of the Chikaming Township Police Department policies and procedures, management, operations, and support services.

“Verification by the team that the Chikaming Township Police Department meets the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission’s ‘best practice’ standards are part of a voluntary process to achieve accreditation, a highly prized recognition of law enforcement professional excellence,” Chief Todd Taylor said.

As part of this final On-Site Assessment, employees and members of the general public are invited to provide comments to the Assessment Team. They may do so by telephone or email. The public may call (269)4693245 Tuesday, August 11, between the hours of 9 to 11 a.m. Email comments can be sent to ttayor@ chikamingtownship.org.

Telephone comments are limited to five minutes and must address the agency’s ability to comply with the Commission’s standards. A copy of the standards is available for inspection at the Chikaming Township Police Department, 13535 Red Arrow Hwy., Harbert. Please contact Chief Taylor at (269)469-3245.

Anyone wishing to offer written comments about the Chikaming Township Police Department’s ability to comply with the standards for accreditation is requested to email the Accreditation Program manager at nrossow@michiganpolicechiefs.org or write the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission at 3474 Alaiedon Pkwy., Suite 600, Okemos, MI 48864.

The Chikaming Township Police Department must comply with 105 standards in order to achieve accredited status.

“Accreditation results in greater accountability within the agency, reduced risk and liability exposure, stronger defense against civil lawsuits, increased community advocacy, and more confidence in the agency’s ability to operate efficiently and respond to community needs,” Taylor said.

The Accreditation Program Manager for the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police is Ret. Chief Neal Rossow.

“The assessment team is composed of law enforcement practitioners from similar Michigan law enforcement agencies. The assessors will review written materials, interview agency members, and visit offices and other places where compliance with the standards can be observed. Once the assessors complete their review of the agency, they will report to the full Commission, which will then decide if the agency is to be granted accredited status,” Neal Rossow said.

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The MACP, through its Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission, is the legitimate authority and accreditation agency in the state of Michigan.

For more information regarding the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission, please write the Commission at: MACP, Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission at 3474 Alaiedon Pkwy, Suite 600, Okemos, MI 48864 or email at nrossow@michiganpolicechiefs.org.

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

he annual distribution of free school supplies – this time in a drive-through fashion – lived on in New Buffalo Township during this year’s Public Safety Day, which took place at New Buffalo Township Fire Station 1 Sunday, Aug. 2.

New Buffalo Township Supervisor Michelle Heit said that COVID-19 restrictions played a role in the decision to do a drive-through – particularly if it rained, where there was the risk of having too many people gather inside the fire station. A bouncy house and the distribution of free hot dogs was also eliminated from the festivities.

Nevertheless, children and their families flocked to the station.

“I think it’s working really well – the first hour was really busy, a lot of people are parking and getting to see police vehicles,” Heit said.

Helping with the distribution of supplies were staff members from New Buffalo Area Schools.

Supplies this year were sponsored by The Pokagon Fund. Leftover supplies went to the school district.

“There’s probably more of a need for stuff this year because students won’t be sharing markers and things,” Heit said.

For those who choose to homeschool, Heit said they’ll still benefit from the giveaway.

“They’re going to need that stuff anyway,” she said.

Vehicles from the New Buffalo Township Fire Department and the Berrien County Sheriff’s Department (the township has a contract with the Berrien County Sheriff’s Department) were parked in one parking lot, with members of the sheriff’s department, members from the law enforcement Explorer Post 602, and the fire department on hand to give children tours of the vehicles and helping them learn how to use fire extinguishers.

Members of the Berrien Community Foundation were also on hand to help

residents fill out the census.

Jamie Flick, township fire chief, said the township adds new activities each year.

“We’re trying to just promote everything we have,” Flick, who said that they’d been giving away smoke detectors and trying to promote address signs to help find residents, said.

The township is expected to break ground on a new fire station 2 (which will be another public safety building), which will be located on 13 acres just to the east on U.S. 12 from the current station (a piece of property sits between them), in September. The new building will house the fire station as well as a police substation. Three bays will be set up directly parallel to U.S. 12, allowing trucks easy access. The police substation will include garages for the police cars.

Heit added that the station will also be used by the Tribal Police.

Brendon Ragsdale and Dawson Kelley, memgers of the Sheriff's Explorers, help organize school supplies in the fire station

A family enjoys the sights of Public Safety Day

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ompletion of the station is anticipated to be next April or May, Flick said, adding that Chris Brooks an architect with Brooke Architectural out of Stevensville, Michigan, did a “good job” designing the building.”

The public safety building will benefit those who live in the southern half of the township.

“A lot of our population is over there, between Grand Beach and Michiana,” Heit said.

A new fire truck is also slated to be delivered to the township this fall. The truck, which is being built in South Dakota, is a 2500-gallon pumper tanker and will replace two of the township’s current trucks.

Township firefighters had been a part of the truck’s design. Flick said some of them are slated to travel to South Dakota to do another inspection of the truck.

“Everything is still in production out there – they haven’t shut down and, as long as it stays that way, the truck will get delivered,” he said.

New Buffalo Township Fire Department vehicles were on full display

Sean Sullivan sits in one of the police cars

Jason Haskins hangs out with his K-9 dog, Mika

Reagan and Tim Gould check out one of the police vehicles

Families flock to New Buffalo Township Fire Station Two

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In June, members of the New Buffalo City Council approved Phase One, which was to extend the temporary seawall to the end of the

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beach parking lot at a cost of $7,070.00. Councilmembers approved Phase Two in the amount of $9,950, which was to install blocks from the northern edge of the beach parking lot to the stone breakwater jetty.

Councilmembers approved a quote from Ozinga in New Buffalo to erect a 4-foot high

temporary sea wall along the east side of the Galien River from the Whittaker Street Bridge to the municipal beach parking lot in the amount of $5,360 in February. Burkholder Excavating out of Sawyer constructed the barrier out of 59 concrete blocks weighing 4,000 pounds apiece and measuring

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The wall was installed to keep the roadway from flooding. New Buffalo City Manager Dave Richards stated that he hoped the blocks will “impede the water some” when the lakefront gets the northwest wind and it blows across the sculpture garden at beach and into the street.

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Summer feeding goes on with ‘Bridge the Gap’

ike so many other programs in the area, New Buffalo’s Water’s Edge United Methodist Church’s summer feeding program, Bridge the Gap, has – unexpectedly – gained a new significance this year amongst Harbor Country residents and visitors.

“This is a great opportunity - even if you get called back to work, you can supplement your budget by getting your lunches here and saving your money for something else because we can feed the kids,” Debbie Schmidt, a member of Water’s Edge who runs the program, said.

For the month of July, Schmidt said they served a little over 1,450, which is a “little bit higher than last year.”

“We’re seeing some new families who may not have the food budget this summer after being laid off for a while,” she said.

In its third year, Bridge the Gap began this year July 1 – one day after New Buffalo Area Schools stopped its feeding program, which it had been conducting since late March when Michigan “Stay Home, Stay Safe” executive order was signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Schmidt said that the school district chose to end its program June 30 (as opposed to on the last day of school at the beginning of June) and Water’s Edge started its program the day after that, resulting in “no gap in lunch service.”

Bridge the Gap is part of the “Meet Up and Eat Up” state program. New Buffalo Area Schools is also part of the program, which supplies grants to districts that are involved in it. Bridge the Gap, Schmidt said, works with the Dowagiac school district, which makes the program eligible for a grant. Food, which is also supplied through a grant form the state, is picked up every day from Dowagiac.

This year, the program will run through Aug. 21. It runs Monday through Friday.

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18 years and under or persons up Estates Apartments, 17670 East terms of food pickup, as more people to age 26 who are enrolled in an return to work after being gone during Buffalo St., from 12:15 to 12:45 p.m., the stay home order – something that educational program for the mentally while the other set distributes food Patty Iazzetto, food services director or physically disabled, recognized at New Buffalo Elementary School, at New Buffalo Area Schools, had by a state or local public educational 12291 Lubke Rd., from 11:30 a.m. told her occurred during the district’s agency. to noon, and then Judy’s Motel and Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Campground 18891 U.S. 12, from 12:15 feeding program throughout the spring. school districts in Mostly, Schmidt said Michigan had an she’s seen grandparents, emergency feeding who bring their program through the state. grandchildren to pick up The state extended that food because their parents feeding program through are unable to do so due to June 30. their work schedules.

“They had to change “One grandmother their feeding program yesterday told me her son to start their program… just went back to work so Basically, it’s an she has two grandchildren emergency feeding but doesn’t have money program,” Schmidt said. for the food…She’s been Schmidt said that Bridge doing this all through the the Gap was in a different school time period until feeding program than New now,” she said.

Buffalo was in before. The program is only allowed Beth O'Neil and Susan McConnell man the Bridge the Gap chmidt said that to give one meal a day, station at New Buffalo High School hunger in Harbor which this year includes Country very breakfast, every day of the much exists – a week. fact that may Children get the option come as a surprise to of having peanut butter those who don’t live in the and jelly sandwiches every area. day of the week, with “I think if you’re a another type of sandwich second homeowner and being served on different you came to New Buffalo days of the week: Italian on the weekends, you subs, ham and cheese, would be shocked to turkey and cheese and learn about how much salami and cheese. feeding is going on here “Kids really like salami, for local families... I was we were so surprised by a second homeowner that,” Schmidt said. and I had no idea about The program consists this until I became a of 25 to 30 volunteers, Kathy Schmidt distributes food to a family at Water's Edge full time resident of the along with those who community,” she said. drive to Dowagiac to pick Schmidt counts second home owners up food and the other ones who are to 12:45 p.m. during the summer, as well as those “waiting in the wings” as fill ins. Two Meanwhile, another volunteer who drive up from Chicago to help volunteers go on two different routes distributes meals at Water’s Edge, during the week, as volunteers. in New Buffalo City and Township: 18732 Harbor Country Dr., from 11:15 “There are a lot of people who think one set goes to New Buffalo Middle/ a.m. to 12:45 p.m. this program has lot of value and they High School, 1112 Clay Street, from Schmidt said that she’s witnessed want to be a part of it,” she said.

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Accept the shift in what makes you happy and work with it, no matter how unconventional or unopulent it appears to others. The vibe from these changes you make have the ability to reshape and redistribute your finances, which in turns creates more stability and certainty.

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This week you are being blessed with a bright and confident vibe from the stars. Use it to it’s fullest by being inventive when faced with hard work or things that demand a strong will power. Go against your usual routines and don’t rely on others. Harmonize your inner golden rays with the cosmos.

The Stars are sending you a vibe that will aid you in understanding and embracing your convictions about society and what will help it heal and grow. Naturally attracted to social work and helping others now, you will embrace the hard work and persevere.

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This is a good week to step back and process home and familial situations. Rather than pushing forward with existing plans perhaps, it’s time to incorporate new ideas and sift through what others are bringing to the table. Listen to your mother and take better care of yourself.

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Your emotional attachments and hidden feelings will undergo a shift of sorts this week. Open up to changes and reevaluate what is important. Make full use of resources and information to focus and reflect, no matter how strong the vibe is to rebel or create instability.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 People may express some unusual emotions this week.

Even though you are very dialed in to others, you know that you need to maintain a certain amount of distance to emotionally handle them. This understanding is key to getting past difficulties or accomplishing hard work.

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And even though you may not be able to control what’s happening, you can control how you react to it. Remain rooted and strong, even if partners get overly emotional or changeable.

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There is a sense that you are carrying the workload on your own. Breathe my friend, and know arguing doesn’t help to get the job done.

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You will find everything from antiques, collectibles, furniture, dishware, fresh garden produce, homemade jams and jellies, live entertainment and much more.

Perhaps even more interesting than the “treasures” are the people you will meet along the way. The sales can be found along the highway at homes, farms, businesses, parking lots and fields. Some areas will have large numbers of vendors while others may be scattered. As you drive the country roads on your quest, you will be privy to incredible stories related to the individuals and the items they sell and see a plethora of items that only your grandmother could love. Most importantly, most come to see the unusual and socialize. It is Americana

at its best.

Please remember to drive safely and to slow down while traveling US-12 and pay special attention when parking and crossing the highway during the sale.

As an outdoor event, there should be more than enough space to allow for social distancing at the U.S. 12 Garage Sale. With the help of all participants (vendors and attendees), this event will go on while protecting the safety and health of everyone.

For the safety of all participants, it is your responsibility to follow state and local guidelines that are in place Aug. 14 through 16.

In addition to providing beautiful scenery, fun and enjoyment, the U.S. 12 Garage Sale takes place along primarily rural areas along U.S. 12. Many of the people who host garage sales depend on this event to earn additional income. It also has provided a significant positive economic impact to many hotels, motels, campgrounds, restaurants, and other retail businesses along the route. This year, more than ever, these businesses desperately need the revenue generated during the U.S. 12 Garage Sale.

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Cows “mooooved” to downtown LaPorte

wo dairy cows called downtown LaPorte home for a couple of hours Saturday, Aug. 1.

The people stopping by to see them during the farmers’ market at Lincolnway and Monroe Street were happy that they did.

“I’m glad we came,” said Karen Noll, who brought her 4-year-old granddaughter, Kinsley.

Amber Spurr said the cows helped fill a void from not being around farm animals at the LaPorte County Fair cancelled this year due to COVID-19.

She and her 8-year-old son, Milo, came specifically to see the cows while others made their way over after showing up for fresh produce and other items like baked goods.

“I think it’s just sweet. We love it,” Spurr said.

A mobile classroom inside a semi-trailer belonging to Fair Oaks Farms was occupied by “Katey,” a 1,350-pound Jersey dairy

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cow, along with “Andy,” a four-week-old Holstein bull calf.

Dairy cows consuming 100 pounds of feed and roughly 36 gallons of water for every eight to 10 gallons of milk produced per day was among the knowledge shared on what it takes to fill refrigerators with the nutrient rich beverage.

Fair Oaks Farms about eight miles north of Rensselaer takes its mobile classroom to places like

farmers’ markets and schools throughout the region every March to October.

Most recently, the classroom was at the YMCA day care facility in Valparaiso and the public library at Francesville before coming to LaPorte.

Rich Knebel, a former dairy farmer at Winamac in charge of the mobile classroom, said the mission is shedding light on everything happening

from the pasture to twisting the cap off a cold quart or 1-gallon milk container.

He said it’s important for children to know food doesn’t show up by magic and the public wants to know more about what they consume.

People are most surprised by the amount of work it takes and the systems in place for reaching store shelves, Knebel said.

“It’s very involved. All agriculture. It’s not easy anymore,” he said.

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ows having four stomachs is one of the fun, jaw dropping facts for many people he enjoys sharing.

Dave Foreman said he hopes his three children after passing through the mobile classroom will think twice now about leaving some of the milk they pour in their glasses and cereal bowls.

“It’s a little bit more than just milking a cow,” he said.

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