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High-water sewer costs solution in the works for city of New Buffalo PAGE 4

Bison girls take conference volleyball tournament PAGE 9 New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education receives educational trust fund update PAGE 10

Residents, visitors celebrate Halloween, New Buffalo-style PAGES 12-13

Little Miss and Mr., Junior Teen, and Miss Teen New Buffalo 2020 crowned at annual pageant PAGE 13

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n Wednesday, Oct. 23, SWET-West detectives along with members of the Berrien County Sheriff’s Department, and Benton Harbor Public Saftey executed a narcotics search warrant in the City of Benton Harbor.

During the execution of this search warrant one suspect fled on foot and was caught by police a few blocks away. Police located two others at the house during the execution of the warrant.

Douglas Lee Davis (45) and Sirshun Burris (41) were arrested following a 2-month investigation into the distribution of crystal meth in the Benton Harbor area. During the course of this investigation SWET detectives seized over a pound of crystal meth, three handguns, and other drug related items.

Douglas Davis was lodged in Berrien County Jail on the following charges: 1. Delivery meth 5 counts 2. Possession with intent to deliver meth 3. Possession firearm by a felon 4. Possession of ammo by a felon 5. Possession of a firearm while committing a felony 3 counts Sirshun Burris was lodged in Berrien County Jail on the following charges: 1. Delivery meth 1 count 2nd 2. Possession with intent to deliver meth 2nd 3. Possession firearm by a felon 4. Possession of ammo by a felon 5. Possession of a firearm while committing a felony 3 counts 6. Resisting and obstructing police

The Southwest Enforcement Team (SWET) is comprised of sworn law enforcement personnel from the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office, Allegan Police Department, Allegan County Sheriff’s Office, Barry County Sheriff’s Office, Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office, Covert Township Police Department, Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Office, Kalamazoo Township Police Department, Michigan State Police, South Haven Police Department, Saint Joseph County Sheriff’s Office, and Sturgis Police Department.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2019

Local Government Meetings CITY OF NEW BUFFALO CITY COUNCIL Meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30PM Monday, November 18, 2019 Monday, December 16, 2019 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (DDA) MEETING Meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 8AM Thursday, November 14, 2019 Thursday, December 3, 2019 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 Monday, November 18, 2019 Monday, December 16, 2019 NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:30PM Tuesday, November 5, 2019 Tuesday, December 3, 2019 CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP BOARD Meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30PM Thursday, November 14, 2019 Thursday, December 12, 2019 CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Meets on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 6:30PM Wednesday, November 6, 2019 Wednesday, December 4, 2019 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

High-water sewer costs solution in the works for city of New Buffalo

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BY THERESE DONNELLY

fter months of study and investigation, the city of New Buffalo is close to a solution for its high sewer costs.

At the rescheduled city council meeting Monday, Oct. 28, Tony McGhee of Abonmarche Consultants revealed the results of that work.

Despite increased capacity, the city kept seeing higher flow volumes into the Galien River Sanitary District’s wastewater treatment plant. He said the preliminary tests identified 14 preliminary infiltration sites and 115 secondary sites, where rain runoff and groundwater were entering the sanitary sewer system.

McGhee said these sites were addressed, but were not enough to account for the high numbers the city was seeing.

Instead, he said further investigation revealed a meter at a lift station was misreading flow rates, resulting in higher charges.

McGee said there were also discrepancies in billing that the Galien River Sewer District has hired an accountant to reconcile.

He credited Kate Vyskocil, city treasurer, for her work identifying the billing issues.

McGee expects to have an agreement for how much credit the city is owed in 60 days.

The sanitary sewer will be extended to connect with private properties on the 300 block of North Whittaker. Costs will be shared by the city and property owners through tap-in fees, ready to use fees and other costs over time.

As lake levels near record highs, the city and its residents are looking for ways to prevent further damage along docks and boat slips.

Speaking on behalf of The Moorings Association, Glen Logan asked for the city’s support and assistance closing Aisles A and B for the winter. Logan said since many of the slips in that section are under water, there was a risk of ruptured gas lines that firefighters could not readily access.

Lou O’Donnell, New Buffalo mayor, said the city would support the move but had no authority to shut down utilities. He suggested the Moorings contact city manager Dave Richards and have engineers contact AEP and Semco, who Logan said had not responded to previous contact attempts.

Abonmarche engineers also presented a preliminary engineering study on the municipal marina. The consultants identified several issues at the marina that they said need to be addressed.

Among the issues were boat docks that are underwater as they are no longer adjustable to match changing water levels. There are also accessibility requirements and electrical receptacles that need to be met and sidewalks that need repair.

One of the suggested upgrades was for a broadside dock to allow more large boats and resist erosion. If approved by the state, the total for the proposed improvements would cost close to $2 million.

Housing in the city was also a topic of discussion at the meeting.

During the public comment portion of the meeting, residents complained that short-term rentals still haven’t been inspected and code violations are not being addressed. O’Donnell said the process to create and enforce short-term rental codes would take time.

Plans for an affordable housing project in the city are slowly coming together. McGee gave the council a short presentation on a proposed use for the South Whittaker Street lot the city purchased. If realized, the project would create 16 900 square foot cottages and duplexes and provide a public parking lot for businesses on that end of town. He said there were resources for funding and panelized construction would keep construction costs low.

Plans are still in the very early stages. O’Donnell noted the city wanted to find a way to prevent buyers from flipping the

properties for a profit.

No one has bid on the retail building on the Whittaker side of the property. The council will contact local real estate agents and accept bids for 60 days.

City clerk Lori Vanderclay has resigned her position, as she is moving out of state. The city council appointed Amy Fidler deputy clerk, interim clerk and FOIA coordinator. Fidler took minutes for the meeting.

The Tricounty Headstart Program expects to have students at the former St. Mary of the Lake school building by Nov. 18.

There are also plans to use the building for a community center.

Equilibrium Fitness owner Katie Maroney, who is part of that initiative, presented the council with vision statements and said fundraising efforts will begin soon.

John Krsul of The Pokagon Fund said a community center has been identified as a vital need and the Fund was “very supportive” of the effort. He also expressed the Fund’s support for the affordable housing project.

The council had its final reading of Ordinance 244, a franchise agreement to allow SemCo Energy to access city streets, alley and public areas to construct, operate, maintain and replace its infrastructure.

Work along Mechanic Street continues. The council approved the first pay request from Nies Engineering for the water main replacement in the amount of $309,909.37. Anderson Tree Service will remove 11 trees in conjunction with the water main project. The council approved a bid of $16,500. Property owners had expressed concern over the poor condition of their sidewalks, caused in part by tree roots. The council also accepted bids from Stark Solid Concrete for sidewalk repairs on Mechanic and Townsend streets for a total of $41,712.50.

In addition to patching the street at the water main, Woodruff and Sons will also patch water and sewer tap-ins beyond Mechanic Street. The council voted to approve two project bids for a total of $11,000.

The west side of the Whittaker Street bridge is nearly done.

McGee said the bridge may be temporarily closed next week for work on the east side. The council approved the ninth pay request for Abonmarche in the amount of $23,080.50.

O’Donnell said all scheduled paving projects are expected to be completed by mid-November. He also informed the audience that MDOT will hold a public meeting from 4:30 to 6 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 6, at the New Buffalo High School cafeteria to discuss the proposed “road diet” to reduce sections of U.S. Highway 12 from four lanes to three, with the center a designated turning lane.

At the request of Parks Supervisor Kristen D’Amico, the council ok’d the purchase of an additional ADA beachwalk.

D’Amico told the council the extension will not stretch all the way to the beach, but will go as far as it can without potential damage by high waves.

The council appointed Don Stoneburner, Linda Henderson, Susan Stoneburner and Mark Gabryszewski to the Parks and Harbor Commission.

At the request of the Michigan Firehouse Museum, the council voted to donate a 1948 American LaFrance firetruck once used by the city fire department. The truck was previously given to the museum, which no longer has the capacity to store it and wanted permission to sell it. The NBFD’s 1863 hand pump engine, which was used in the Chicago Fire, is on display locally at the New Buffalo Railroad Museum.

Before adjourning, the council heard from Pokagon Fund treasurer Deborah Schmidt, who said the search for an executive director is moving along. She said the hired search firm had found “a tremendous number of applications” and was vetting candidates. She said the Fund does not have a set date to hire a director but they are in good shape.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2019

‘Onward and Upward’ HARBOR COUNTRY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE INDUCTS NEW DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS, UNVEILS NEW WEBSITE AT ANNUAL MEETING

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

embers of the Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce have a lot of “new” to look forward to during the 2019-2020 fiscal year.

At the chamber’s annual meeting, which took place at Tabor Hill Winery in Buchanan, Michigan, Thursday, Oct. 24, Kimberlee Wendt, member services director, unveiled a new website to members, which was projected on a large screen.

ChamberMaster is a “Member Management Software with a suite of powerful tools to design to run day to day operations more efficiently so we can focus on you.”

“This centralizes all that we do into one single portal,” she said.

The program melds together everything that the chamber used to use - QuickBooks a database, a website - into one entry.

Members will also have their own member portals, when they can see everything listed on the chamber’s annual report.

“Your member data, your financial management - it’s mobile,” she said.

Members will be able to continue to post directly to post on the chamber’s calendar of events. They’ll also be able to check for themselves if they’ve paid their dues.

The program will also allow members to enter information, such as if they have a new marketing manager or have changed the location of their business, by themselves only once, so that everything will be changed on the chamber’s side, including the website and the member’s account information.

Included in the ChamberMaster upgrade is a brandnew, “sleek and modern” website, Wendt said.

Wendt said the ChamberMaster upgrade should be complete by early 2020.

Educational lunch and learn seminars will be available for those who want to learn more about the website.

“It’s all in one spot, all in a one-member hub, it’s simple to use – way easier than what we have now,” Wednt said of the website.

“This is really going to enhance your experience with us, you’re going to interact with us on an easier basis.

We just know this is really going to bring us to the next level,” she added.

The marketing committee has also formulated a “Harbor Country style guide,” which will “bring a unified front for the logo and colors that we use,” Wendt said. Part of the guide is including the ® after Harbor Country if mentioned.

Chamber members also applauded the accomplishments of departing members of the board of directors, Cathi Rogers and Chuck Garasic.

Rogers has served on the board for two terms as president of the board as well as on several committees.

Garasic has served on the board for two terms and has been involved with it for 25 years. He will continue to chair the Harbor Country Chamber Guide Committee.

Shortly after the board bid Rogers farewell, Jen Thompson of Chikaming Open Lands was elected to be the board’s new president. Stepping up to the vice president position is Maggie Martin of MAK Salon & Spa and Danette Narregan as treasurer.

In her first remarks as board president, Thompson thanked both Rogers and Garasic for their years of involvement with the chamber. She added that the great position the chamber was currently in is largely

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due to Rogers’ leadership.

“We are now poised to put all these great initiatives into work because of Cathi’s leadership and we’re truly grateful for Cathi’s and Chuck’s leadership through the years,” she said.

Thompson also gave a shout-out to Emily Hojara, the chamber’s office manager, and Wendt for spending the last few weeks transferring all of the information for the new website, adding that “ChamberMaster website is a gamechanger.”

“I think you’re going to see in the next year or two that there’s going to be a lot of value added to your membership and we’re really excited for the next two years and our journey,” she said, adding that the chamber is moving “onwards and upwards.”

In other chamber news, Wendt said that the chamber went through its first full financial audit, which revealed that the organization’s financial position is “strong.”

The audit was conducted at the end of last year. Its results were reported in February and accepted by board members.

Narregan said that the chamber has developed a “fully funded Operating Fund Reserve,” which gives the chamber the “ability and security to know whatever may happen, we have a full year of operation costs in our budget to keep us going.”

Narregan added that this year, while working on the 2019-2020 budget, “we were able to shift our focus to things we invest in the chamber and to help us achieve goals we set in our strategic plan.”

The bulk of the chamber’s income comes from dues and guide sales, Narregan said. The bulk of expenses are from payroll operating expense as well as expenses to produce the guide.

For the first time, Narregan said this year, the chamber was able to allocate $10,000 to a marketing budget as well as have funds to upgrade the chamber’s website and internal systems to ChamberMaster that is “going to drive our website and increase our staff efficiencies and offer more ways for you as our members to promote your businesses.”

“Our goal is to keep investing money yearly in marketing and other projects to bring people to Harbor Country and thereby to your businesses,” she said.

Wendt said that the 2018-2019 fall and winter promotion for the “undiscovered season” continues to be a “compelling vehicle to attract yearround visitors,” as it recently generated 43,122 social interactions and more than 10,000 Google Map views.

The inaugural spring breakout party, which was held in March at Journeyman Distillery, was another highlight from this past year. Wendt said the event “transformed the traditional Harbor Country Chamber Guide unveiling into a successful public event, bringing out 291 attendees.”

The monthly chamber mixers, which are held at chamber businesses, have reached “maximum attendance” and provide what Wendt believes to be the “best member network opportunities think there are around in the area.”

A new membership committee has been formed and is developing creative programs to improve interaction with members and open the organization up to all parts of the industries.

The chamber’s marketing committee has also created marketing plans that will utilize print, digital and video platforms “New videos have been made that will be integrated with our powerful new website telling important roles our members play in all that is Harbor Country,” Wendt said.

The 2019-2020 Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors includes new directors Steven Throw, co-owner of Bantam Brook Farm, and Bill Reynolds of New Buffalo Bill’s Woodfired BBQ; and returning directors Thompson, Narregan (Chicago Title of Michigan), Dick Sauerman (New Buffalo Savings Bank), Maggie Martin (MAK Salon & Spa), Allie Mojsiejenko (Four Winds Casino Resort), John Natsis (Beachtown Vacation Rentals), and Kurt Hauseman (New Buffalo Inn and Spa).

Sponsors for that evening were Equilibrium Fitness, Fifth Third Bank, Four Winds Casino, Honor Credit Union, and Horizon Bank.

The Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce headquarters is located at 15311 Three Oaks Rd. in Three Oaks. For more information, call 269-469-5409 or visit www.harborcountry.org.

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Bison girls take conference volleyball tournament

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he New Buffalo High School girls’ volleyball team in dominating fashion won both the conference title and the conference tournament championship.

The Bison after losing the first set to Michigan Lutheran Saturday stampeded the Titans during the final two sets to take the BerrienCass-St. Joseph conference tournament title Saturday at New Buffalo High School.

Several points from spikes by junior Sophia DeOliveira and freshman Kelsey Corkan and points from tough put backs by senior Mary Mayer propelled the Bison during the final two sets against a very good Michigan Lutheran squad.

The Bison (28-5) lost the first set 25-23 but won the final two seats 25-15 and 15-7.

“The girls played really good. They started off a little slow that first set then I just changed up the game plan a little bit in the second set and third set and we just rolled with it,” said Labaj.

Last year’s team won the regular season conference title but lost the conference tournament championship match to the Titans.

The Bison open the District tournament November 4 at 7 p.m. against Lake Michigan Catholic at River Valley High School.

The Bison went 19-7 last season and finished second in the District tournament.

Despite losing three seniors last year to graduation, Labaj said returning players worked hard to get better and Corkan along with Ava Mullen turned out to be major contributors as freshmen.

Labaj said implementing a faster paced offense this year also helped raise the level of success for this year’s squad.

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oday, I’m going to step into the way back machine, back to the 1950’s. It was a much simpler time, with no internet or cell phones, and only four or five television stations. Can you remember, or imagine, way back then when things were so much simpler? I was in elementary school on the south side of Chicago and I went home for lunch every day. I would leave school at noon, walk through the prairie and the alleys, and arrive home about 15 minutes later. My mom would have lunch waiting for me, and on most days, I would start back to school at about 12:30 p.m., so I could have fun in the playground until the bell rang calling us back into class.

There was only one exception to this routine, and that transpired in late September and early October. In the 50’s, all World Series games were played during the day. As a matter of fact, the first series night game didn’t happen until 1971 (they haven’t played a Series game in the daylight in more than 30 years ). Anyway, the Dodgers and Giants were still in New York, and there were no teams west of Saint Louis, so almost all the games started at one o’clock Eastern time, noon Central.

That meant that as soon as the bell rang to let us out for lunch, I would run home, usually arriving by 12:05 p.m. , and plop myself in front of our black and white television to watch the fall classic. Believe it or not, instant replay on sports television didn’t begin until 1963, so you had to pay close attention so you didn’t miss anything. I would stay home as long as I could, then race back to school, usually arriving just as the bell rang to begin the afternoon session. Occasionally, a teacher would bring a television into the classroom and learning would take a back seat for the afternoon. One year, when I was in the fourth or fifth grade, my teacher wasn’t allowing a television set in the classroom, so on the way home for lunch, I rolled around in a mud puddle. My young mind figured that if I told my mom I was in a fight, she would have mercy on me and let me stay home (and watch the game). Unfortunately for me, she saw right through my plan. My mom was really nice, but that day, she not only made me return to school, but she didn’t even let me change my clothes.

Things have changed so very much since then, but the one thing that hasn’t changed is the excitement of the World Series. Sure I’d love for the Cubs or White Sox to be participants, but who knows, maybe next year.

This year the Nationals are giving the Astros all they can handle. Both teams are exceptional, but it looks like Houston will win the title again, like they did in 2017. Congratulations to them both.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2019

SOUTH SHORE LINE TO OFFER ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY PERSONNEL, VETERANS FREE TRANSPORTATION

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ll active duty military personnel and veterans are invited to ride the South Shore Line for free during the weekend of Nov. 8-10, 2019, and on Veterans Day (Nov. 11).

“At SSL, we are honored to serve those who have served our country by offering active duty military personnel and veterans (including reservists) free rides in celebration of Veterans Day,” said Nicole Barker, director of Capital Investment and Implementation at the SSL, in a press release. “We hope this conveys our gratitude for all they have done for our nation. It’s our way of thanking them for keeping our country safe.”

As SSL train personnel walk through the train, please let them know that you are active military personnel or a veteran, and you will be provided a ride at no charge. No identification will be required.

On Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11, trains will follow the regular weekday train schedule.

Up to three children 13 years of age and under may ride free with each veteran on off- peak weekday and all weekend trains (off-peak weekday trains arrive at Millennium Station after 9:30 a.m. CST and depart Millennium Station before 3:30 p.m. and after 6:30 p.m. CST).

For more information on train schedules, discounts, and to plan a trip, please visit mysouthshoreline.com or download the SSL app (available for iPhone and Android).

Throughout the year, the SSL offers various campaigns and opportunities for free rides. You can also take advantage of the Kids Ride Free program, allowing up to three children 13 years of age and under to ride free with each paying parent or guardian on off-peak weekday and all weekend trains.

The South Shore Line is a commuter rail line operated by the Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District (NICTD) between Millennium Station in downtown Chicago and the South Bend International Airport in South Bend, Indiana. — STAFF REPORTS

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eterans Day will be commemorated by the Friends of New Buffalo Library with a World War II tale during the next Community Forum program at 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11, at New Buffalo Public Library, 36 N. Thompson St. Author Mark Farina will share the true story of Casey and the Flying Fortress, the pilot and crew of a B-17 bomber in World War II. The story covers the assembling and training of the crew to their struggle after becoming prisoners of war. Farina also will talk about the discovery, some 60 years later, of details of which the pilot’s surviving friends and crew members never knew.

Upcoming FOL programs include: “Wessel Whittaker and the First Days of New Buffalo,” Tuesday, Nov. 19; “Unique and Rare Ecosystems to Southwest Michigan,” Tuesday, Dec. 3 and “The World War I Christmas Truce,” Monday, Dec. 9.

The Community Forum Series is sponsored by the Friends of New Buffalo Library. For further information, follow the Facebook link at www. newbuffalotownshiplibrary.org or email new.buffalo.fol@gmail.com. — STAFF REPORTS

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New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education receives educational trust fund update

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

embers of the New Buffalo Area School Board of Education heard a 17-month update on the New Buffalo Educational Trust from Denise Tuszynski, human resources and payrolls director, at their Monday, Oct. 28, meeting.

The educational trust, which began with the class of 2010, will be entering its 10th year.

From the information that Tuszynski has received, so far, 57 out of 65 graduates from the class of 2010 who were eligible for the funds have used it and two have depleted their funds. Half of those 57 students have graduated. The class was promised $1.6 million and $960,498 of that has been used so far, leaving a $664,502 liability.

According to the school district’s website, eligible students are giv en “$5,000/year maximum for five years within a 10-year period, not to exceed $25,000.” Students from the class of 2010 will soon be approaching their 10-year deadline to use the funds, Tuszynski said.

The class of 2017 has so far used $303,502 out of the $1.2 million that it was promised, leaving a $873,998 liability. Out of the 53 graduates, 39 have so far used the funds. Regarding the class of 2018, 35 out of the 43 eligible students have used the funds. The district promised that class $1 million and so far, $228,264 has been used, leaving a liability of $801,736.

Board trustee Patricia Newton said that students can use the funds not just for classes at the accredited institution of their choice but also for tools that they may need in their field of study or to take a Certified Nursing Assistant (CAN) test The funds are granted on the basis of length of attendance and residency in the NBAS district. All students who graduate from New Buffalo Area Schools, are residing in the district and have been New Buffalo Area Schools students from ninth through 12th grades or longer (enrollment in grades nine through twelve and residency must be continuous) are eligible. Students must also be enrolled and attending a postsecondary degree or certification program at any accredited institution.

Tuszynski added that she’s careful about the terminology that she uses for seniors with regards to the educational trust, emphasizing that they can use it for “furthering their education and becoming employable.”

Funds for the educational trust are derived from revenues as a result of a compact between the state of Michigan and the Pokagon Indian Tribe. The New Buffalo Board of Education “determines available amounts from this ‘payment in lieu of taxes’ distributed through the Local Revenue Sharing Board on an annual basis,” the school’s website states.

All students enrolled during the 2009-2010 school year were eligible for the funds regardless of residency and if they were continuously enrolled in grades 9-12.

Beginning with 2010-2011, new non-residents didn’t qualify. Tuszynski explained that this year’s freshman class is the last grandfathered class.

Chuck Heit, board president, explained that the fund’s original name, the Bison/ Pokagon Scholarship Fund, was replaced with the term “educational trust,” as the funds are looked at differently when it’s called a scholarship. Tuszynski added that students also got it confused with a scholarship that’s also given out by The Pokagon Fund.

Board trustee Lisa Werner suggested students come in within the next couple of months to discuss how the funds have impacted them in furthering their education.

Dr. Jeffrey Leslie, New Buffalo Area Schools superintendent, said that a new video for the district’s website, https://www.nbas.org, will focus on how past students have used the funds.

Leslie made a recommendation to the board to not have a second window of opportunity for schools of choice. Students who would be accepted would be arriving right in the middle of the second semester and added that the only small class size in the secondary building was the senior class, and he wasn’t looking to add any students there.

Board members convened into a closed session to conduct Leslie’s periodic personnel evaluation. Heit said that the board would have the official report of the evaluation at the next board meeting.

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Members of New Buffalo royal court begin their 2020 reigns

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Paige Bluschke has transformed into Belle from Beauty and the Beast

Miss New Buffalo Scholarship Pageant co-chair Anela Dupre embraces Riley Cain, third runner-up to Miss New Buffalo 2019

Clair Workman receives her crown from Morgan Motycka, 2019 first runner-up to Miss New Buffalo

Umbrellas played a large role in the lively opening number

Members of the 2020 New Buffalo Royal Court pose for their first photo

Timothy Taylor serves as the pageant’s emcee

Andrew Kuta and Nickolas Keen are crowned Co-Mr. New Buffalos

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hen asked what advice she would give to her younger self by Timothy Taylor, the emcee for the Miss New Buffalo Pageant at the New Buffalo High School Performing Arts Center Saturday, Oct. 26, Paige Bluschke said she would tell herself to never give up.

“The advice I would give my 8-year-old self would be to believe in yourself and that you can do it if you set your mind to it,” she said.

Paige showed audience members that she knows just how to put this determination that she’s gained through the years to work when she pushed through the almost two-hour long pageant, ultimately capturing the title of 2020 Miss New Buffalo as well as Miss Congeniality.

“I’m going to cry” were Paige’s first words as queen.

“I want to thank my parents and grandparents and brothers for all coming out and supporting me,” she said, adding that she also wanted to thank all the other contestants “for being so kind and wonderful to me.”

A junior at New Buffalo High School, Paige is the daughter of Scott and Jenn Bluschke. She has been on the honor roll since middle school, won the Patriotic Pens Essay contest (in which she wrote about the importance of United States veterans), and volunteers with the humane society to ensure that animals have a “healthy and clean environment.”

She desires to become a high school teacher specializing in special needs and high-risk students.

When asked to portray a character from a musical, Paige chose Belle from “Beauty and the Beast.”

Decked out in a flowy yellow dress with delicate white gloves covering her hands, Paige said the popular Disney princess knew how to be “patient” and showed that true beauty “magnifies strength and not weakness.”

“Visible beauty will fade over time, but true beauty is timeless,” she said.

First runner-up to Miss New Buffalo 2020 is Clair Workman.

A senior at New Buffalo High School, Clair is involved with the National and Spanish Honor societies and has worked in the Peer to Peer Program for two years, during which she’s worked with students with learning disabilities. She is also involved with volleyball, basketball, and softball, and has won the coach’s award. Clair desires to attend Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee, in the fall, where she’ll obtain a bachelor of science degree in pediatric nursing.

Clair said that she believes that pageants “boost confidence.” Her chosen character from a musical was Elsa from Disney’s “Frozen” because she fought through hardships despite being “different” from everyone.

“Sit back, relax and embrace all the

things that make us different,” she told the audience.

Clair will go on to compete in the Miss Spirit of Blossomtime (open to all first runners-up in the communities).

This year, whoever is named Miss Spirit will also be eligible to win all titles and awards at the Miss Blossomtime pageant held in March.

Being crowned second runner-up to Miss New Buffalo was Hope Motycka.

The daughter of Anthony and Belinda Motycka, Hope is a senior at New Buffalo High School. Her goals for this school year are to maintain a good GPA and earn a spot on the A honor roll. She plans to study international business in college.

Hope has been inducted into both the National and Spanish Honor societies.

Hope (who dressed in pink from head to toe in honor of her chosen character from a musical, the sororitysister-turned-Harvard-Law-graduate Elle Woods from “Legally Blonde: The Musical”) said her parents could learn from her about how to “have fun.”

“One thing my parents can learn from me is how to have fun when you do all things and to do it with confidence,” she said.

Sharing the title of Mr. New Buffalo 2020 are Andrew Kuta II and Nickolas Keen.

A senior at New Buffalo High School and the son of Andrew Kuta, Andrew is in the Spanish and National Honor societies. He plans on majoring in kinesiology in college and becoming a personal fitness trainer, with hopes of eventually opening his own gym.

When posed with the question of how he believes social media “molds who you are,” Andrew responded that it “allows you to create new friendships and become more social” as well as to “find out more about the world.”

A senior at New Buffalo High School, Nickolas is the son of Todd and Mercedes Keen. His future plans include attending Bethel University and majoring in journalism. Later, he’d like to move to England and play soccer as well as to have a family of two children (“He’s a planner,” Taylor remarked). He was also voted Most Valuable Player on the New Buffalo soccer team in 2000 and 2018, won districts in soccer and was this year’s homecoming king.

Keen’s love of sports helps him deal with life’s stressors, he revealed to the audience.

“I handle stress by listening to music or venting to my friends or going outside and finding the nearest soccer ball,” he said.

The theme for this year’s pageant was “Swinging into Blossomtime.”

Contestants expertly twirled colorful umbrellas in the air (which went perfectly with the rain beating down on the Performing Arts Center’s roof) during a mashup to “Singing in the Rain/ Umbrella” from the television series, “Glee.”

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Residents, visitors celebrate Halloween, New Buffalo-style

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New Buffalo Middle School Band members lead the parade

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ll Bonnie Keefer wanted was a fun and safe way for area children to celebrate the spookiest time of year.

“It was actually for the safety of the kids,” Tricia Mayer Bowden, chairperson of the New Buffalo Halloween Community Parade, said of the parade’s origins, which was held this year Sunday, Oct. 27.

In 1975, Bonnie and Ed Payne, a local New Buffalo police officer, started the now time-honored Halloween tradition in New Buffalo.

“She (Bonnie) knew a lot of the girls, she knew a lot of kids in this town anyways already - she was just a good person,” Bowden said.

Bowden said that Bonnie was a Girl Scout troop leader (Bowden was a part of her troop) and dedicated mother and an Avon salesperson.

The parade started behind New Buffalo Savings Bank (where it’s held today) on North Thompson Street. After a much-anticipated costume contest, children head toward the city’s fire station for bags of candy.

After receiving the candy, the pack of witches, minions, and other interesting creatures descend upon the neighbors in search of more treats.

The parade has grown from its humble beginnings in the mid’70s. Back then, approximately 100 children participated. Today, around 650-750 children attend it.

The parade means a lot to the local crowd – particularly those who’ve been a part of it their whole lives. Bowden herself said she’s been a part of the parade in one way or another since she was very young.

“I’ve been doing it since 1975 – I was born in 1973. I’ve been in it every year, whether I’ve attended it or actually was a participant,” she said.

Other familiar faces have been known to crop up in the crowd of trick-or-treaters year after year. Spotted in this year’s crowd was Shana (Price) Kirby, who marched in the parade as a little girl. Last Sunday, she was pushing her own little trick-or-treaters, Jonah and Kevin, around in a red wagon with her husband, Matthew.

After Bonnie passed away in December 2016, her son, Mike, took over parade duties. This year, Mike announced that this will be last year the Keefer family will be chairing the parade.

“I volunteered to help because it needed it,” Bowden said.

Along with Bowden, the new parade committee includes Amy Fiddler, Vanessa Thun, and Lisa Tremayne.

In honor of Mike’s contributions to the parade and community all of these years, a Mike Keefer Award, was given this year to Stephanie and Jessi Ashcraft for their “Flower Garden” ensemble.

Judges were Tracy Ripley, Julie Westergren and Pastor Kel Penny.

Mike also served as the grand marshal of the parade, riding in Rennie Burian’s 1968 Oldsmobile 442.

It takes a village to keep a decade’s long parade going. In addition to the parade committee, students in the New Buffalo Elementary School Student Council help stuff bags of goodies to be distributed to children at the fire station. Bowden said there are 13 volunteers from the high school who hold the banners during the parade to fulfill their community service hours. Police donate the bags for candy.

Bowden thanks the local businesses and community members who donated to this year’s parade.

“People astoundingly are donating more money than I thought,” she said.

Winners in the baby age division (0 to 18 months) for the annual costume contest were as follows: Prettiest/cutest, first place Violet Olsen; second place, Scarlett Rose Sexton and third place, Harry Huber. Scariest/ugliest, first place - Clarissa Fullan; second place, Gabriel Maldanado and third place, Whelan Kumpf. Most original costume, first place – Addilyn Salyer; second place, Heyes Grant and third place, Millie Metz.

Winners is the toddler (18 months to 2 years) category were as follows: Prettiest/cutest, first place – Jessi Ashcraft; second place, Kason Hayse and third place, Paco Marques. Scariest/ugliest, first place – Danny Dodge; second place, Arianny Huerta and third place, Paisley Walbun. Most original costume, first place – William

Aubrienne Abele (with Ginger) Kendall Roch (with Kayla Roch) and McKennah Tierney gear up for the parade

Johanna Bischoff, Anna Radford and Grace Summers

The 1978 Oldsmobile heads off the parade

Noel Edwards with Irvin Carrillo

Little firefighter Tyson Yech prepares for his future role at the New Buffalo Fire Station

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Vannessa Thun and Tricia Mayer Bowden announce the winner of the Keefer Award

Costumed creatures turn onto North Whittaker Street

Jessi Ashcraft (winner of the Keefer Award) in her flower garden costume

Members of Converge Community Church distribute treats to trick or treaters

Halloween parade alumni Shana (Price) Kirby poses with her trick or treaters, Jonah and Kevin

The 2020 Miss and Mr. New Buffalo Royal Court greet trick or treater at Converge Community Church

Costumed creatures (and their parents) march down North Whittaker Street

The Ilescas crew poses at the fire station

The Mario Group poses before the parade

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Bowen; second place, Rohan Cooper and third place, Tallulah Venetuci.

Winners in the Preschool “A” age division (2 ½ to 3 ½ years) were as follows: Prettiest/cutest, first place – Adelynn Russel; second place, Allie Fix and third place, Maizy James. Scariest/ ugliest costume, first place – Nash Grant; second place, Ben Iwanivk and third place, Xavier Brazel. Most original costume, first place – Eskil and Bjorn Audran; second place, Blake Troxel and third place, Mariel Blanco.

Winners in the Preschool “B” category (3 ½ to 5 years) were as follows: Prettiest/cutest, first place – Kennedy (blue princess); second place, Ariana (mermaid) and third place, Everly (pink ribbon). Scariest/ugliest costume, first place – Carly (blonde scary monster); second place, Aztia (shark) and third place, Keylin (Day of the Dead). Most original costume, first place – Xaylee (popcorn box); second place, Henry (Buzz Light Year) and third place, Sophia (scarecrow).

Winners in the kindergarten 5 years age division were as follows: Prettiest/cutest, first place – Dalepazo; second place, Serenity (tooth fairy) and third place, Harper Haze. Scariest/ ugliest costume, first place – Dominic (zombie costume); second place, Hudson (zombie) and third place, Sam (army guy). Most original costume, first place – Lana (Dia de Los Muertos costume); second place, Dylan and third place, Xayden (dice).

Winners in the first-grade age group were as follows: Prettiest/ cutest costume, first place -Taylor Nolt; second place, Shana Yech and third place, Emily Peterson. Scariest/ugliest costume, first place -Julian Kennedy; second place, Imiliano Macial and third place, Ryan Break. Most original costume, first place – Allison Sanchez; second place, Eva Grewaez and third place, Mackenzie Laehring.

Winners in the second-grade age groups were as follows: Prettiest/cutest costume, first place – Isabelle Morris; second place, and third place. Scariest/ugliest costume, first place – Jaxson Barnett; second place, and third place Most original costume, first place – Graham Rogers; second place and third place Winners in the third-grade age group were as follows: Prettiest/ cutest costume, first place –Alayna Alexander; second place, Jacqueline Marquez and third place, Gabriella Barquist. Scariest/ ugliest costume, first place – Griffin Luehring; second place, Maddox Baldwin and third place, JJ Sullivan. Most original costume, first place – Kinsley Lambert; second place, Kyler Rowe and third place, Cavan Cosgrove.

Winners in the fourth-grade age division were as follows: Prettiest/cutest costume, first place –Sadie Eisn; second place, Delitah Alexander and third place, Katie Odenwald. Scariest/ ugliest costume, first place – the clown; second place, Landen Smith and third place was a spider. Most original costume, first place – Madeline Robertson; second place, Elle Liss and third place, Aaron Ilescas.

Winners in the fifth-grade division were as follows: Prettiest/ cutest, first place – Aubrienne Abele; second place, Valerie Montel and third place, Erandy Carvillo. Scariest/ugliest costume, first place – Mason Maroney; second place, Lydia Denine and third place, Henery Eissinly. Most original costume, first place – Josie Haberichter; second place, Kendall Roch and third place, Carmen Holt.

Winners in the middle school division were as follows: Prettiest/cutest, first place – Emily Lambert; second place, Sienca Sheeler and third place, Lanie Bront. Scariest/ugliest costume, first place – Irwin Carrilo; second place, Mackenzie Bombin and third place, Megan Fratter. Most original costume, first place – Mi Barone; second place, Sean Vanderlin and third place, Johnan Hayes.

Winners in the band division were as follows: Prettiest/cutest, first place – Deonna McGrew; second place, Eva Bauer and third place, Emma Weeves. Scariest/ugliest costume, first place – Nancy Nallenweg; second place, Hannah Tannehill and third place, Emerson Barnes. Most original costume, first place – Amandine Jesmure; second place, Bodee Davis and third place, Mia Ciccarvelli.

First place winners received $5 and a ribbon, Second place winners received $3 and a ribbon and third prize winners received $2 and a ribbon.

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Little Miss and Mr., Junior Teen, and Miss Teen New Buffalo 2020 crowned at annual pageant

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

embers of the younger set of New Buffalo royalty all lit up the stage with their talent and dedication during the “Fireworks”-themed Little Miss, Junior Teen, and Teen New Buffalo 2020 pageant held Saturday, Oct. 26, in the New Buffalo High School Performing Arts Center.

Clad in bright pink, green and blue shirts, members of the younger set of New Buffalo royalty opened the show by strutting across the stage to a “Fireworks/I’ll Try Everything” mashup by Katy Perry and Shakira.

“That sure was explosive,” commented emcee Olivia Haskins, Miss New Buffalo 2019, with fellow emcee Jacob Smith adding “I sure saw sparks.”

Crowned Miss Teen New Buffalo 2020 was Emma Reitz.

A 13-year-old eighth grader at New Buffalo Middle School, Emma is the daughter of Matt and Alisha Reitz. Her favorite hobby is singing and she loves Italian food.

In keeping with the fireworks theme, contestants were asked how they “shine like a firework” in their everyday lives.

“I shine like a firework when I’m helping people,” Emma said.

When asked what was the one problem that she wished to curb at her school, Emma said “bullying.” Her action plan to curb it would involve “teaching people kindness and spreading kindness to them and having them understand how it affect life.”

First Runner-up Miss Teen New Buffalo 2020 is Mackenzie Bombin.

Mackenzie is the daughter of Crystal Maciejewski. A 14-year-old eighth grader at New Buffalo Middle School, Mackenzie enjoys spending time with family. Her favorite food is chicken pesto pasta.

Echoing her fellow queen’s previous comments, Mackenzie said that bullying needed to be eliminated from her school. She said she’s like to accomplish his by consulting with teachers and parents and letting everyone know that there are consequences for bullying.

Crowned this year’s Miss Junior Teen New Buffalo was Ava Jackson.

The daughter of Amanda Ramsey and Andrew Jackson, Ava is an 11-year-old fifth grader at New Buffalo Elementary School. Her hobby is baking and she loves chicken.

“I shine like a firework when I’m onstage,” Ava told the audience.

Ava also said she wished to dispel bullying from her school. Her plan of action would include getting everyone together and putting up posters to spread the word. She likened someone who’s been bullied to a crumpled piece of paper.

“It’s all crumpled - that’s what a person is after you say mean words to them,” she said.

First Runner-up to Miss Junior Teen New Buffalo 2020 is Fallyn Reber.

The daughter of Jason Reber and Carie ODonnell, Fallyn is 11 years old and a sixth grader at New Buffalo Middle School. Her hobby is volleyball and her favorite food is chicken nuggets.

“I shine bright like a firework when I’m confident,” she said.

Fallyn said she wants to fix the “drama” in her school “by helping people to stop spreading rumors and helping people be a little bit nicer.”

Second Runner-up Miss Junior Teen 2020 Emily Lambert is the daughter of Eric and Jackie Odenwald. An 11-year-old sixth grader at New Buffalo Middle School, she loves volleyball, running and ice skating.

“I shine like a firework when I skate with my dad,” Emily said.

Emily wishes to rid her school of all the “drama” by letting those who create it know that there will be consequences for stirring up trouble.

Crowned this year’s Little Miss New Buffalo was Kate Welsh. First runner-up is Katie Lambert and second runner-up is Kinsley Odenwald.

The daughter of Ryan and Meredith Welsh, Kate is a 7-year-old second grader at New Buffalo Elementary School. Her favorite food is fettucine alfredo. Kate loves playing soccer.

“I shine like a firework when I score a goal for my soccer team,” she said.

Kate says her favorite holiday is Christmas because she enjoys spending time with family and decorating the tree.

Katie is 9 years old and a fourth grader at New Buffalo Elementary School. She is the daughter of Eric and Jackie Odenwald. Her hobbies include choir and coloring and she enjoys eating lasagna.

Katie shines like a firework “when I help animals,” she said. Her favorite holiday is New Year’s Eve because that’s when she was born.

Kinsley is the daughter of Eric and Jackie Odenwald. She is 8 years old and attends third grade at New Buffalo Elementary School. She loves gymnastics and spaghetti (sans the sauce). Christmas is Kinsley’s favorite holiday because she likes “giving people gifts.”

“I shine like a firework when I dance,” said Kinsley.

Other Little Miss contestants were Ella Lijewski, Abbey Ordiway and Gabriella Bergquist.

Little Mr. New Buffalo 2020 James Martin is an 8-year-old third grader at New Buffalo Elementary School. The son of Sarah Martin, James favorite food is stuffed shells. He shines like a firework while playing football.

My favorite holiday is Christmas because I like that you can give presents and you get presents and because with my family, we spend a lot of time together,” he said.

Also competing for Little Mr. New Buffalo was Ty Hadley.

Ava Jackson is crowned Miss Junior Teen New Buffalo 2020

Fallyn Reber is crowned first runner-up to Miss Jr. Teen New Buffalo

The Little Miss and Mr., Junior Teen and Miss Teen New Buffalo Royal Court

Contestants pose after a lively dance number

Olivia Haskins poses a question to Emily Lambert

Ella Lijewski shares why she sparkles like a firecracker

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PUBLIC NOTICES

CITY OF NEW BUFFALO BERRIEN COUNTY, MICHIGAN ORDINANCE NO. 244 OF 2019 ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 20, ARTICLE III, OF THE NEW BUFFALO CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES TO GRANT A TENYEAR FRANCHISE RENEWAL TO SEMCO ENERGY, INC. TO CONTINUE DISTRIBUTING NATURAL GAS WITHIN THE CITY The City of New Buffalo ordains: Section 1. Amendment. Chapter 20, Article III of the New Buffalo City Code, entitled “Natural Gas,” is amended to read in its entirety as follows: ARTICLE III. NATURAL GAS. Sec. 20-28. Granting of franchise.

The City of New Buffalo (the “City”), hereby grants to SEMCO Energy Gas Company, a division of SEMCO Energy, Inc., a Michigan corporation, its successors and assigns, (the “Grantee”) the right, power and authority to construct, lay, operate, maintain and replace in the public streets, highways, alleys and other public places in the City of New Buffalo, Michigan, all needful and proper gas pipes, mains, conductors, service pipes and other apparatus and facilities requisite for the manufacture, transmission and distribution of gas for all purposes to the City of New Buffalo, and the inhabitants thereof, and for conducting gas elsewhere to supply neighboring cities, villages and other territories supplied with gas by said Grantee, subject to the terms and conditions of this ordinance.

Sec. 20-29. Consideration.

In consideration of the rights, power and authority hereby granted, Grantee shall faithfully perform all things required by the terms hereof.

Sec. 20-30. Conditions.

A. The Grantee and its contractors and subcontractors shall not unduly burden or interfere with the present or future use of any of the public rights-of-way within the City and shall interfere as little as possible with public travel. The Grantee and its contractors and subcontractors shall, at the Grantee’s sole expense, repair the public rights-of-way and leave them in as good condition as before the opening or excavation was made.

B. If Grantee damages, harms or injures any street, highway, alley or other public space, or in any manner disturb or interfere with any water main or public or private sewer lines currently constructed or that may be constructed in the future, Grantee shall repair that property to at least the same condition.

C. The Grantee shall notify the City in writing or electronic mail at

least 48 hours prior to undertaking any work in the City involving excavation in or the closing of any public rights-of-way. The City shall upon the effective date of this Ordinance provide in writing the individual’s name and method of communication by which Grantee will provide notice. The notice shall state the intended duration of any rights-of-way obstruction, which obstruction shall not continue for more than four hours beyond the stated time unless the City grants an extension of time. The Grantee shall, at the City’s request, provide plans and specifications showing the nature and extent of the proposed excavation and construction. Grantee is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary governmental permits for such excavation or construction.

D. T his Ordinance shall not be construed to prevent the Grantee from immediately commencing construction or repair work from a severe weather event or other emergency when deemed necessary to prevent danger to life or property and, in such case, the Grantee shall notify the City of the construction or repair work as soon as reasonably practical.

E. Upon the City’s request for a public improvement project, and only to the extent Grantee’s facilities physically interfere with such public improvement, the Grantee shall relocate components of its facilities within the public rights-of-way at no charge to the City.

F. Any easements over or under private property necessary for the construction or preparation of the Grantee’s facilities shall be arranged and paid for by the Grantee. Any easements over or under property owned by the City other than the public rights-of-way shall be negotiated with the City.

G. The Grantee and its contractors and subcontractors may exercise all of Grantee’s rights and perform all of Grantee’s duties and this ordinance in compliance with all applicable laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, permit or license requirements, and orders of any governmental agency or official of competent jurisdiction and including, without limitation, those of the Michigan Public Service Commission.

H. The Grantee shall keep accurate, complete and current maps and records of its facilities. Subject to the Homeland Security Act and other confidentiality protections under State and Federal law, the Grantee shall furnish a copy of the maps and/or records of its facilities to the Grantee within 2 months of the effective date of this ordinance, and upon reasonable request thereafter. To the extent permitted by law, the City will ensure that the confidentiality of any maps and records provided to the City is maintained.

Sec. 20-31. Indemnification.

The Grantee and its contractors and subcontractors shall use due care at all times in exercising the privileges herein. Grantee shall hold harmless, defend and indemnify the City and its officers, agents, and employees, from and against all costs, claims, damages, liabilities, expenses, and judgments of proceedings of whatever nature, including without limitation, attorneys fees, arising from the Grantee’s exercise of its rights pursuant to this Ordinance (whether by the Grantee or the Grantee’s contractors or subcontractors). However, the Grantee need not indemnify, defend, or hold harmless the City from claims, demands, losses, and expenses arising out of the negligence of the City, its employees or agents.

Sec. 20-32. Franchise not exclusive.

The rights, power and authority herein granted, are not exclusive. Either manufactured or natural gas may be furnished hereunder.

Sec. 20-33. Rates.

Grantee shall charge for gas furnished the rates, charges and special taxes as approved from time to time by the Michigan Public Service Commission, or its successors having authority to fix and regulate gas rates and charges, or as otherwise permitted or required by applicable law or tariff, for the term of this franchise. Such rates shall be subject to Commission review and change at any time upon petition therefore being made by either said City, acting by its City Council, or by said Grantee.

Sec. 20-34. Revocation.

The franchise herein granted shall be revocable at the will of the governing body of this City as provided in the Michigan Constitution.

Sec. 20-35. Michigan Public Service Commission.

Grantee shall, as to all other conditions and elements of service not herein fixed, be and remain subject to the reasonable rules and regulations of the Michigan Public Service Commission or its successors, applicable to gas service in the City and shall provide service in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in its applicable tariff as approved from time to time by the Michigan Public Service Commission or its successors.

Sec. 20-36. Successors and assigns.

The words “SEMCO Energy Gas Company” and “SEMCO Energy, Inc.,” wherever used herein, are intended and shall be held and construed to mean and include SEMCO Energy Gas Company and its parent, subsidiaries, successors, affiliates, and assigns, whether so expressed or not. The word “Grantee,” wherever used herein, is intended and shall be held and construed to mean and include SEMCO Energy Gas Company, SEMCO Energy, Inc., and the successors and assigns of each, whether so expressed or not. Grantee may assign the rights and obligations

under this agreement as long as the Grantee provides prior written notice to the City of any such assignment.

Sec. 20-37. Force majeure.

The Grantee shall not be liable for failure to furnish service as herein provided, or for any breach of the Grantee’s obligations hereunder, if such failure or breach is caused by acts of God, labor troubles, riot, or any other causes or contingencies not reasonably within the control of the Grantee.

Sec. 20-38. Term; effective date; renewal; superseding of previous franchise.

The rights granted in this franchise shall continue in full force and effect for a period of 10 years from the effective date of this Ordinance. The franchise rights, power and authority granted herein shall automatically be renewed for a 10-year term thereafter unless, within 6 months prior to the expiration of the first 10-year term, one party provides the other written notice of its intent not to renew the franchise for the upcoming 10-year term. The maximum length of this franchise shall be 30 years from its effective date. The effective date of this franchise shall be the date of the acceptance of the franchise by Grantee, which acceptance shall be filed by the Grantee, in writing, with the City Clerk within 60 days after the enactment of this ordinance. This ordinance shall supersede the natural gas franchise granted to Michigan Gas Company in April 18, 1995.

Section 2. Publication and Effective Date. The City Clerk shall cause this ordinance to be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the City, and the ordinance shall be effective 20 days after enactment or upon publication, whichever is later.

YEAS: Robertson, Spirito, Kroll, Mayor O’Donnell NAYS: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Ennis CERTIFICATION This is a true and complete copy of Ordinance No. 244 adopted at a special meeting of the New Buffalo City Council held on October 28, 2019.

LOU O’DONNELL IV, MAYOR AMY FIDLER, DEPUTY CLERK ACCEPTANCE SEMCO Energy Gas Company, a division of SEMCO Energy, Inc., the Grantee under a Franchise approved by City of New Buffalo, County of Berrien, Michigan, hereby accepts the Franchise, pursuant to the terms and conditions thereof.

Dated: SEMCO Energy Gas Company, a division of SEMCO Energy, Inc.

By: Colleen Starring President SEMCO Energy Gas

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CLASSIFIED ADS Please submit your classified ad via email at classifieds@newbuffalotimes. com. New Buffalo Times can now accept online payments with a credit card or paypal. Go to our website, www.newbuffalotimes.com, and submit $14 per week for a classified ad of up to 160 characters. Deadline is Friday 5PM before the following week’s publication.

SALES ESTATE SALE SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2 12:30-4:30 MICHIGAN TIME 1000 W Buffalo St., Building D in Beacon Point. 2nd Driveway on left, use the back entrance and go to the French Doors. Unit D-19.

Armoirs, Light Fixtures, Rugs, Chairs, Lamps, Tables, Antiques.

Proceeds will go to the Multiple Myeloma Foundation.

FOR RENT NEW BUFFALO RETAIL US 12 high-visibility rental & pop-up spaces next to popular yoga studio.

Great parking. 700-2,000 SF. Call to view/rates @ 312-259-4011.

NEW BUFFALO Year Around Rental. Large 2 and 3 bedroom apartments.Will be available in September/October. Quiet Living, no pets. $750-$925 per month. For more information call 269-469-1364.

HELP WANTED LOVE WORKING OUTDOORS AND IN THE TREES? Then C & A is for you. Local tree care company looking for ground crew help. We train. Must be 18 years or older and have a valid driver’s license.

Heavy lifting involved. 269-756-2571 or jamietreephilosophy@gmail.com.

FULL TIME COOK POSITION IN LAPORTE 1 Year Experience. Call Oak Woods Manor for more details.

219-362-6600.

HOUSEHOLD HELP NEEDED Looking for someone who is happy to help in a joyfully chaotic home.

Mornings preferred, days flexible.

Text 269-405-0705.

LOCAL NEWSPAPER DELIVERY Pays $20 an hour, plus Bonuses Please email: Media@NewBuffaloTimes.com NEIGHBOR BY NEIGHBOR (NBYN) seeks a full-time MSW community practice social worker for a case manager position in southwest Berrien County. NbyN assists lowincome residents access resources and services, as well as addresses barriers to improving their lives. Pay commensurate with experience.

Receiving resumes and references at Neighbor by Neighbor, c/o Harbertchurch@gmail.com.

SERVICES FISH FOR STOCKING Most Varieties Pond Lakes.

Laggis Fish Farm 269-628-2056 Days, 269-624-6215 Eve. HOME CLEAN HOME Affordable, reliable and ready to serve all of your cleaning needs! Residential, rentals, and business services-serving NWI/New Buffalo and surrounding areas. 219-393-

PUBLIC NOTICES

OBITUARIES Jack A. Brackett

THE CITY OF NEW BUFFALO IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING RESUMES FOR THE POSITION OF ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT. Under the general supervision of the City Manager, performs a variety of administrative and clerical functions at City Hall. Acts as the receptionist for City Hall, accepts payments, opens, distributes and processes postal mail, reconcile and balance cash drawer daily, shall assist the City Clerk and/or Treasurer as needed. Requirements include an Associate’s degree or equivalent specialized in administrative support or related field, at least three or more years in an administrative setting. Knowledge of standard office equipment. Basic knowledge of the operations of municipal government. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under stress and within deadlines. Mail resumes to Attn: City Manager, City of New Buffalo, 224 W. Buffalo Street, New Buffalo MI 49117 or email manager@ cityofnewbuffalo.org. Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.

The City of New Buffalo is an equal opportunity employer.

NOTICE OF ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS HEARING The Village of Grand Beach Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a public hearing on Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. EST in the meeting room, Village of Grand Beach Hall, 48200 Perkins Boulevard, Grand Beach, MI on a request made by Lewis and Anne Kostiner.

Per Article XVI, Section 16.09, Item D of the Zoning Ordinance: A request has been submitted for a variance that would allow for the construction of a swimming pool.

A previous variance was given on this property.

Article V, Section 5.06, Item E.2 of the Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum side yard setback of ten (10) feet, except where a side yard abuts a street right-of-way, the minimum shall be the same as for the front yard.

The petitioner is requesting a variance of three (3) feet from the minimum side yard setback requirement of fifteen (15) feet along Perkins Boulevard for a swimming pool. If granted, the variance will allow for the swimming pool to be built twelve (12) feet from the property line along Perkins Boulevard.

Article V, Section 5.06, Item E.1 of the Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum front yard setback of thirty (30) feet from the street right-of-way line.

The petitioner is requesting a variance of thirteen (13) feet from the minimum front yard setback requirement of thirty (30) feet along Calla Avenue for a swimming pool. If granted, the variance will allow for the swimming pool to be built seventeen (17) feet from the property line along Calla Avenue.

The property is located at 50236 Marjeanette Avenue, described as lot 215, amended plat of lot 193 and a vacated portion of Calla Avenue of New Park Addition to Grand Beach Springs, Grand Beach, MI and being Property Tax Code 11-39-5252-0215-00-0.

All interested parties are invited to attend and express their views and opinions regarding this variance. Written comments must be received at the Village of Grand Beach Hall prior to the hearing in order to become part of the hearing report.

MARY J. ROBERTSON CLERK/TREASURER (269) 469-3141

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1934-2019

ack A. Brackett, age 84, of Three Oaks, died peacefully, Tuesday, October 22, 2019, in his residence.

Jack was born December 1, 1934 in New Troy, Michigan to Walter and Cora (Upton) Brackett. He married Joy Glassburn April 25, 1970. She preceded him in death May 18, 2006.

Jack’s hobby was woodworking, especially making toys. He enjoyed camping and traveling. His children remember his trips to Florida, Mackinac Island, and weekend getaways in Plymouth. He was an avid fan of the Chicago Cubs and Da Bears.

Jack is survived by three sons, Jay Vinnedge of New Buffalo, Jerry Vinnedge of Lakeland, Florida and James Brackett of Buchanan; one daughter, Joy Brackett-Rahmlow of Ohio; six grandchildren; five great grandchildren; one sister, Carol Stuckey of New Troy; one brother, Bob Brackett of Missouri; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Along with his parents and wife, Jack was preceded in death by one daughter, Lorie Vinnedge-Teadt; three brothers; and six sisters.

Family and friends gathered Thursday, October 24, 2019 from 12:00 Noon until time of service at 1:00 p.m. in Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, 106 Ash Street East, Three Oaks, with The Reverend Dan Greegor officiating.

Mr. Brackett will be laid to rest in Forest Lawn cemetery.

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

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Carl R. Smith 1933-2019

arl R. Smith, age 86, of New Buffalo, died peacefully, Monday, October 21, 2019, in the presence of his family.

Carl was born April 20, 1933 in Grand Rapids, the seventh child born to Joseph and Marian Smith. He married Martha Jones March 22, 1975 in Kent County, Michigan.

Carl enjoyed spending time with his family and woodworking. Carl was a veteran having spent time in the Army.

Carl will be greatly missed by family and friends. He is survived by his wife of forty four years, Martha Smith of New Buffalo; one daughter, Carla (Steve) Sanderson of California; two sons, Richard Smith of Nevada, Randall Smith of Hudsonville; two stepdaughters, Barbara (Robert) great grandchildren; one sister, Alice (Howard) Perrin of Hudsonville; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Along with his parents, Carl was preceded in death by two sisters and five brothers.

Family and friends will gather at a later date.

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

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Laura and Fred Jolly

Trophy by Rocky Troxell

Jeff Goulette and Kelly McGrail

‘Home away from home’ founder speaks at Hausefest

T Steve Nesci, Rocky Troxell, Lindsay Troxell and Kate Nesci

Tracey Hauseman

Rex and Tina Gotcher

Kate and Jon Tidey

BY THERESE DONNELLY

he Acorn Theater in Three Oaks was abuzz Saturday, Oct. 26, when revelers came out for a scary good time.

Hausefest, a fundraiser to help support Ronald McDonald House Charities, celebrated its eighth year as an annual Halloween can’t-miss event.

Costumed guests were in full-force on the dance floor.

In addition to the usual good time features of live music, a silent auction, and food donated by local restaurants, this year, Hausefest hosts Kurt and Tracey Hauseman welcomed a special guest. Charlie Marino, who co-founded the first Chicago Ronald McDonald House in 1977, was on hand to celebrate.

Ronald McDonald Houses offer families of children undergoing medical treatment a place to stay when away from home. Marino and his wife, Jean, started looking for a way to keep families together after their daughter was treated for leukemia.

Marion thanked partygoers for supporting a cause he that has been near and dear to him for more than four decades.

In addition to the money raised from Hausefest, Marion received a check for $700 from Three Oaks’ Flag Day 5K to further benefit the Ronald McDonald House, which chose four charities to benefit.

Also taking the stage were Luis and Kaila Sanchez, who became involved with both Hausefest and Ronald McDonald House after their daughter needed to undergo multiple surgeries shortly after birth.

Keila and Luis Sanchez

Karla Madison and Jessica McManus

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HORROR-SCOPE OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6, 2019 AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT

ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 You will find yourself in a lonely estate, far from anyone, and alone with your family. You will feel very uneasy and quite sure you are being followed by spirits. When you sleep at night you will be awakened by the shuffling of feet and the sound of chains dragging the floor.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 If you smell smoke and hear the sound of chanting outside your bedroom window, it is most likely a large group of Satanists honoring their dark lord. Leave your lights on when you sleep and never leave your window open, for they may try to enter your room and snuggle in with you.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20 Stay out of the woods.

If you hear howling run.

Beware of the moon, for only a man who is pure of heart can escape the curse of the wolf. If you start growing hair all over your body, or if your teeth grow into large fangs, please do not eat the family pet.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 Beware of anyone moving into the neighborhood that carries in coffins rather than beds. Be very suspicious if they do not come out during the day, and if you see a man with bats in his eyes, who is charming, well-dressed and smells like dirt, he is most likely a vampire this week.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 Beware the traveling shows and night carnivals.

If a Volkswagen Beetle suddenly pulls into your driveway and clowns start getting out of it, do not go out there. They could possibly be the escaped clowns from your local government agency, that have been known to eat humans.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 You will wake in the night screaming and when you run to the door you will find a brick wall in your way. If you find a stranger coming out of a secret passage next to your closet, the only way to escape is to blast disco music into his face and do the bus stop.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 Strange lights and swooshing sounds at night can only be one thing this week—an alien space craft.

It will be easy for you to listen to their little voices, as they call you from sleep, to board their space craft, but you must resist the urge to become one of their lab rats. Stay indoors at night.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 There’s a secret place out in the woods, where the earth has soured and the dead cannot rest. If you bury anything out there it will return and live again, but it will be unnatural. It will belong to the undead, which can never be among the living. For the sake of us all, please don’t do it.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 Stay away from towers that have electrical generators on their roofs. If you hear screaming and see a large creature running from the tower, do not approach him. He will say he only wants to live and experience friendship, but he is an abomination, a creation of a mad doctor trying to play God.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 It is rumored that there is an old well at the outskirts of town, where you can still hear the screams of BettyLou. She was on her way home from the prom when she met her untimely death. It is she who walks those lonely roads waiting to be picked up. If you give her a ride, you will die.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 There has been an accident, a toxic gas has been released over the cemetery and the rain has washed it down onto the corpses below. The toxin has caused the corpses to awaken and crave human brains. The only way to escape is to cover your head in hot sauce. Turns out they don’t like spicy.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 They gave him a potion. It smelled of turpentine and it burned his throat as he drank it. After drinking the potion, he convulsed and ripped his shirt off. His hair grew and he found a deep liking for late nights and Italian food. They say he was last seen eating a slice at Brewster’s.

The wise man alone derives advantage from all things.

— Dino

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SUDOKU To solve the Sudoku puzzle, your challenge is to fill each empty cell with a number 1 through 9, so that each row across, each column down, and each 3x3 box contains all the numbers 1 through 9 with no repeats. Good luck solving!

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EVENTS Reach 5,000 + unique Event goers each week. Please send your Event you wish to publish including the number of times in Advance of your Event that you wish to Advertise to Media@NewBuffaloTimes.com Additionally, please mail $28 for each time you wish your Event published to New Buffalo Times P.O. Box 369 New Buffalo, Michigan 49117 Thank You Reaching 5,000 + unique Event goers each week.

DAILY EVENTS

NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP LIBRARY See weekly library events on page 3.

EVERY MONDAY

ZUMBA 6:30PM. New Buffalo High School High Gymnasium/Dance Studio. 111 E Clay St. New Buffalo. 219-614-8847.

Teacher is Marie Crist. $7 per class.

EVERY WEDNESDAY

STORY TIME AT THREE OAKS LIBRARY 10:30AM. www.threeoaks.michlibrary.org.

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KNITTING AT THE DELI 2-4PM. David’s Deli.

All are welcome.

EVERY THURSDAY

TRIVIA NIGHT At dooley’s 7-9PM. 310 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo.

269-469-2247. www.dooleyslakehouse.com.

EVERY THURSDAY & SUNDAY OPEN TRAP PRACTICE 6:30-9:30PM. New Buffalo Rod and Gun Club. 10487 Kruger Rd. New Buffalo.

Open to the public. Contact Bob Kruger at 269-612-0983.

LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

HARBOR COUNTRY BOOK CLUB 6:30PM. New Buffalo Township Library.

EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY LIVE MUSIC at night AT DOOLEY’S 8PM. Dooley’s Lake House Pub.

EVERY SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

GENIUS NIGHT AND OPEN MIC 6:30-9:30PM. Elsie Earl Studios.

200 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo. www.elsieearlstudios.com.

The night will feature local and area literary performance and visual artists sharing their unique talents before an audience. Coffee, tea, and snacks will be provided. The cost is $5.

EVERY SATURDAY

YOGA AT THE PARK 9AM. New Buffalo Township.

SECOND AND THIRD SATURDAY OF THE MONTH

NEW TROY INDOOR FLEA MARKET 9AM-3PM. New Troy Community Center.

13372 California Rd. New Troy.

773-803-9773.

Hosted by New Troy Flea Market and the Friends of New Troy, the market lasts until April.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31

BEER CHURCH HALLOWEEN PARTY 4-11PM. Beer Church. 24 S Whittaker St. New Buffalo.

Halloween inspired cocktails, pizza and small plates. Costume contest will have $250 cash first prize. There will also be second and third places prizes Judging at 9PM.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1

HALLOWEEN DANCE PARTY 8-11PM. Journeyman Distillery. 109 Generations Dr. Three Oaks. 269-8202050. www.journeymandistillery.com.

Journeyman is celebrating things that go bump in the night, with dancing, drinking, costumes, and prizes. Tickets are $10 per person ($12.97 with taxes & fees). One complimentary drink ticket is included. Must be 21 or over.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2

FERNWOOD BOTANICAL GARDEN HOLIDAY MARKET 10AM-5PM. Fernwood Botani cal Garden. 13988 Range Line Rd. Niles. www.fernwoodbotanical.org.

Browse a wonderful blend of local artisans, specialty food vendors, growers of unique and artful plant material, and more. Free admission.

DENIM, DIAMONDS AND DANCING— TO BENEFIT THE ACORN 6:30PM. Acorn Theater. 107 Generations Dr. Three Oaks. www.acornlive.org.

Put on your favorite jeans and join us for our major fundraiser of the year! The evening will include an open wine bar, dinner buffet, entertainment and dancing, plus a silent auction and many other fun ways to support the Acorn. Tickets are $100.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9

FAMILY DAY AT KRASL ART CENTER: COOKIE CREATIONS 11AM-12:30PM. Krasl Art Center.

707 Lake Blvd. St. Joseph.

269-983-0271 www.krasl.org.

Adults and children will learn and create side-by-side in these mini art activities at Krasl Art Center. Admission is free.

QUILT OF VALOR DRAWING 2-4PM. New Buffalo Township Library.

33 N Thompson St. New Buffalo.

To honor our veterans, New Buffalo Township Library will be hosting a drawing for a Quilt of Valor. Veterans and a family member or friend are invited for coffee and cake followed by the quilt drawing.

NOKTOBERFEST 2019 6-10PM. Froehlich’s Kitchen and Pantry.

19 N Elm St. Three Oaks. www.shopfroehlichs.com.

A celebration of German food, drink, music and culture to benefit the Curious Kids’ Museum of St. Joseph. Prepare for a fun-filled evening for the whole family featuring the 30-piece German Band, “Ein Prosit”, dancing, authentic German food, an interactive kid zone and full cash bar for adults. Tickets are $40 and free for children 9 years and younger.

SPECTACULAR TOURNAMENT OF PLAYWRIGHTS 8PM. Acorn Theater.

The finalists for the third annual Spectacular Tournament of Playwrights will treat the audience to original plays from a variety of genres. The playwrights for the top six plays will be selected from a pool of submissions from across the country to compete for a firstplace award of $300. Reserved seating tickets are $40 and general seating tickets are $15.

The information for these events is correct, as of the Tuesday before publication date. Please contact the events listed with any questions. Please send us any events at events@newbuffalotimes.com.

Deadlines are the Fridays before the following week’s publication.

Amor Fati – “Love Your Fate”, which is in fact your life.

— Friedrich Nietzsche

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