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Master Plan DDA’s main priority PAGE 4 Three Oaks Village Board approves employee compensation, re-appoints Capiak for President Pro Tem PAGE 4 Green corridor addressed at Chikaming meeting PAGE 6 Financial solutions offered at monthly Board meeting PAGE 9

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IT IS SO GREAT TO HAVE THE ELECTIONS OVER! I know the New Buffalo Times team needs a vacation. The one good thing about elections is the amount of news and information that gets out to the readers. The New Buffalo Times team would like to thank all of our readers for the support and compliments paid to the incredible staff, along with all the new subscribers who have signed up for a year of local intelligence to be delivered right to their mailbox.

It has been a very successful season for New Buffalo Times! We have subscribers in almost every state and with the etimes, we have subscribers in many foreign countries. Remember we will send the etimes to any service personnel on duty for no charge - just give us their email address and we will keep them in touch with Harbor Country.

(By the way, the New Buffalo Times is a great stocking stuffer…)

Considering this great weather, it is hard to believe that the holiday parade and events are going to begin in a little more than a week! Mark your calendar for Saturday, Nov. 26, which is Small Business Saturday.

American Express has spearheaded a nationwide campaign to help small businesses, the heartbeat of America.

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NEWS AND EVENTS FROM THE NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP LIBRARY off the holidays with Santa, a parade, tree-lighting and caroling. Once again, we have the New Buffalo Business Association to thank for the holiday festivities. Last year was the first for the Gnome on the Roam and it was such a success, we will see those little characters hiding in the stores again this yearIf you are interested in participating in the parade, contact Cathi at 312-965-9114. Read about it on page 6.

I better get started decorating the store and the New Buffalo Times office. Maybe Lois Lane will do the New Buffalo Times office - I have my hands full just with Customs Imports.

I just booked the flight to Bali, Indonesia, and as many of you know, I take lipsticks to the ladies in Bali.

For them, it is a luxury they look forward to every year. So if you have any spare lipstick or fingernail polish, please drop it off at Customs before January 5. I have done this for the past 20 years and these ladies save it for their ceremonies, making it last a year until I get back with another piece of luggage filled with treasures.

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n official ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at the site of the new culvert on Red Arrow Highway in Chikaming Township by the Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce Wednesday, Nov. 9. When the Berrien County Road Commission tackles a new project, it is normally handled by outside consultants.

This time, the Road Commission kept it within their circle, with two members handling both the engineering and design work, as well as overseeing the entire process. The culvert is 300 feet long and cost $1.4 million to replace, making it one of the biggest construction projects that Berrien Cutting the ribbon County has seen in quite some time. Before the project, there were 99 other culverts throughout Berrien County that were in as bad of shape as the one in Chikaming Township; however, currently, only one more culvert needs to be replaced. Overall, the project took two years, and required 17 pieces of equipment to complete it.

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he New Buffalo Township Library’s first-ever wreath fundraising silent auction will conclude Saturday, Nov. 19, with a reception in the Library’s Pokagon Room.

Wreath creators and donators, bidders and community members are invited to attend from 1:303 p.m. Holiday treats will be provided and mingling will be encouraged. Bidding will take place until 3 p.m., when the winners will be announced.

Winners will have the opportunity to pick up and pay for their wreaths until 4 p.m. that day, as well as 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday Nov. 20, and during business hours Monday, Nov. 21. — STAFF REPORTS

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adio Harbor Country will present a benefit Saturday, Dec. 3, that will be hosted by the Fritz Olsen Sculpture Gallery in Sawyer, Michigan.

The event will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and will feature an essay by Gail Isaacson called “Kukla, Ollie and Me.” There will be a wine reception and hors d’ oeuvres. The organization will honor the radio station’s 10th anniversary and its 16 original shows, which are still on-air.

There will be a suggested donation of $20. There will also be a fundraising raffle featuring a 40-inch Samsung LED TV and first prize, an Electra Moto 3i bike donated by Outpost Sports. The bike is currently on display at Infusco Coffee Roasters in Sawyer. Fritz Olson Gallery is located at 6914 West Holloway Drive in Sawyer.

For those who missed the live performance of the Radio Play The Wizard of Oz held at the Acorn Theater Nov. 5 and 6, the station will broadcast the staged reading of The Wizard of Oz Wednesday, Nov. 23, at 2 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 26 at 6 p.m. on both 106.7fm and 93.5fm. — STAFF REPORTS

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pdating the City’s Master Plan continues to be a main focus of the members of the New Buffalo Downtown Development Authority.

At their Thursday, Nov. 10, meeting, Chair Robert Kemper urged everyone to visit the City’s website to take a look at the draft Master Plan, which was put together by the City’s Planning Commission and the consulting firm Houseal Lavigne Associates (HLA). He said that there was still time for them to submit comments with regards to how they think it should be improved, and that they would be bringing these comments soon to the Planning Commission. Kemper said he hoped to bring comments to them by next month.

DDA members should submit their comments to either Planning Commission Chair Pat Fisher or Mel Valiquett, who is serving as the official liaison between them and the Commission.

Board members reviewed the results of the Master Plan workshop, which had taken place Monday, Nov. 7, at the New Buffalo Senior High School cafeteria. Joe Lindsay, who serves on the communications subcommittee, reported that the answers from participants over what were the key issues facing New Buffalo were reflected in the next day’s election results, as everyone agreed that infrastructure and the revitalization of the downtown were the most important. Residents approved a $4 million bond referendum, which will help pay for improving the streets, at the polls the following day.

Speaking on revitalizing the downtown, Ellie Mullins, who serves as chair of the design/visual impact (DVI) subcommittee, agreed that they should begin publicizing images of what subcommittee members thought the downtown should look like in the newspaper or on the DDA’s Facebook page. She emphasized that the group desires to give the downtown a “beachy” and organic feel, and to “bring the beach to the downtown.”

Economic Business Development (EBD) Chair Doug Roch gave an update on the group’s last meeting, which he said focused on parking in downtown. He said that they were working on a map that gave an overview of the Central Business District, where they could pinpoint “different parking solutions” throughout the District. Meetings of the EBD as well as the DVI take place the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month at City Hall.

EBD member and New Buffalo Business Association Executive Director Cathi Rogers reminded Board members of the City’s upcoming holiday festivities Saturday, Nov. 26, which was also Shop Small Saturday. She said she had contacted American Express, the founders of Small Business Saturday, and that they were sending them materials to help educate New Buffalo businesses on ways to take advantage of their small business and invited DDA members to join her.

She said that they’ve already written a letter to send to the businesses to engage them.

Also at the meeting, Kemper thanked the City’s parks and beach department on keeping their beaches in top shape.

“It’s the best it’s been in long time,” he said, and urged Board members to drive around it to see for themselves.

Kemper did draw attention to the Porta Potty that currently sits beside the restrooms, which Streets Superintendent Tony Ashbaugh confirmed was open throughout the winter months when the restrooms were closed, calling it “ugly.”

He also inquired if there was a “better way” to cover the equipment down by the beach other than with duct tape and garbage bags, suggesting putting bags over them instead. Ashbaugh said he would look into it.

“Those little visual details make a gigantic difference - all those things really help,” Kemper said.

Board members approved the payment of a New Buffalo Times invoice for ads of $710 and a $392.92 payment to Kemper, who had used the money to pay for an ad in Harbor Country News.

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Three Oaks Village Board approves employee compensation, re-appoints Capiak for President Pro Tem

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Southhold Dance Theater to present The Nutcracker

ave the date for Saturday, Dec. 3, to enjoy The Nutcracker as performed by the Southhold Dance Theater.

There will be two performances at the New Buffalo High School Performing Arts Center: One at 1 p.m. and one at 5 p.m. Past productions have featured colorful, energetic dance routines performed to the age-old classic fairy tale. Gather the family for a favorite holiday tradition, as this is a performance for the young and the young at heart.

Admission is free for residents of the Pokagon Fund Area: New Buffalo, Chikaming and Three Oaks townships. The performance is sponsored by the Pokagon Fund.

For those attending the performance who reside outside of the Pokagon Fund area, admission is $12 for adults and $8 for children.

The PAC is located at 111 West Clay Street in New Buffalo. — STAFF REPORTS

The Village of Three Oaks further discussed its employee compensation and the possible purchase of a new police SUV, as well as approved the new Memorial Tree and Bench program, at its Wednesday, Nov. 9 meeting.

Village Manager Adam Umbrassas informed the Board that, upon further review of the new law with regards to salaried employees, only himself and the Village’s Police Chief meet its qualifications. Other employees who work for the Village will receive overtime, as they don’t meet its standards.

With the discussion on the purchase of a new police SUV, Board members agreed upon the importance of purchasing something with four-wheel drive due to snow and various weather conditions. With an SUV, a police officer riding inside will be in a safer position than if they were in a car. Village members agreed to look into the price of an SUV, getting bids on which one they plan to purchase for the Township.

The Parks and Recreation Board came up with a Memorial Tree and Bench Program for Three Oaks.

In addition to beautifying the Village, the program will also allow residents to commemorate the life of someone who has passed away.

Residents can purchase a tree or bench through the Village, which will then be placed somewhere around Three Oaks at the Village’s choosing. Each tree and bench will have a plaque that reads “In Honor of (honorees name), date and donated by” and will be maintained

by Village staff. Trees will cost between $150 and $300. Benches will cost between $300 and $700.

This year, the Village tree lighting will take place Saturday, Dec. 3, at 7 p.m. The Peppermint Parade will take place earlier in the day and lead into the tree lighting.

President Grosse informed the council that Journeyman Distillery, which is also located in Three Oaks, is going to build a putting green behind the restaurant. — NATALIE

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ormed in recent months by Harbor Country residents, the 36-member Harbor Country Singers group is volunteering their time for the love of singing.

The members, who come from all walks of life, have been rehearsing every Wednesday night for the past few weeks at the Three Oaks Art and Education Center Studio. The group is dedicated to the quality of their performance, which is led under the dynamic direction of Cindy Dryden. While Dryden has two decades of directing various groups and church choirs, she said with this group, she’s “living a dream.”

The group’s repertoire will feature a variety of music, from folk songs to spiritual arrangements to pieces from across the full spectrum of classical arrangements.

An accomplished musician, Dryden’s Cindy Dryden mezzo Soprano voice is a familiar aesthetic asset of Sawyer Highland Church and Converge Community Church in New Buffalo. She is the wife of Jeff Dryden, pastor for both churches. Together, they share the joy of their six children and grandchildren.

A sneak preview of the singers may be caught at the Acorn Theater’s Open Mic Nite Thursday, Dec. 1, at 7 p.m. at the Acorn Theater at 107 Generations Drive in Three Oaks and Tuesday, December 17, at 7 p.m. at the Three Oaks United Methodist Church at 2 East Sycamore Street.

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2016

KICK OFF THE SEASON IN NEW BUFFALO

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ark your calendar for an old-fashioned Christmas parade Saturday, Nov. 26, starting at 3:30 p.m. (EST).

The parade kicks off at the New Buffalo True Value on South Whittaker Street and will go through the downtown area to Mechanic Street. The organizers are looking for elves, Christmas characters, moving objects (such as bikes), pets, and whatever else can be dressed or decorated to march in the parade with Santa. There will be treat bags for the kids along the route.

Businesses or those who are part of a choir or a band or have a Disney costume are welcome to participate and walk in the parade dressed for the holidays.

Prior to viewing or marching in the parade, there will be activities throughout the day. Breakfast with Santa will take place from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the New Buffalo Yacht Club. The Hidden Gem will sponsor a craft table where kids can create a special goodie for the holidays.

The New Buffalo Service League will also hold a bake sale at the Yacht Club from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. The NBYC is located at 500 West Water Street. Reservations for breakfast are recommended by calling 269-469-9808.

From 9 a.m. until 9 p.m., Lakeview Video on South Whittaker Street will hold Christmas tree and wreath sales, with the sales continuing throughout the holiday season.

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Facebook.com/New Buffalo for details of promos/sales at participating businesses throughout the season.

Gingerbread house decorating will take place at 2 p.m. at Jackie’s Café, which is located at 801 West Buffalo Street in New Buffalo.

Reservations are required by calling 269-469-1800. The event is free to all.

Santa and His Reindog Parade steps off at 3:30 p.m. from South Whittaker Street. It starts at the New Buffalo True Value and continues down Whittaker through the downtown; goodies bags will be provided for all kids.

Following the parade, at approximately 4 p.m., visit with Santa at the NBBA information booth at the corner of Whittaker and Merchant streets. Candy canes will be given to all the kids.

At 5 p.m., enjoy hot cocoa and cookies at PJ’S at 9 West Mechanic Street. This is sponsored by David’s Deli and PJs. At 6 p.m., the tree-lighting and caroling will take place at the corner of Whittaker and Mechanic streets.

The events are sponsored by the New Buffalo Business Association, a non-profit organization representing over 120 New Buffalo-based businesses and community members whose common goal is to promote healthy business and community development in New Buffalo, Michigan. To learn more, contact events@newbuffalo.org or call 312-965-9114. — STAFF REPORTS

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erry and Renne Grilec of Union Pier, Michigan, are ecstatic to announce the birth of their grandson, Quinn Gerald! Quinn was born Nov. 1, 2016, at 5:30 p.m., weighing 11 pounds and 4 ounces and measuring 23 3/4 inches long. Welcoming him to the family are his proud parents, B.J. and Lindsey Schwiesow of Peotone, Illinois, along with his brothers Josh and Trevor.

He’ll be fishing the Galien in no time alongside his “Uncle” Brendan Grilec.

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Green corridor addressed at monthly Chikaming meeting

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA IN CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP

ith the hiring of a new Zoning Adminsitrator, Chikaming Township can get right to work addressing several issues within the community.

At a special Thursday, Oct. 27 meeting, Board members approved the hiring of Van Thorton as a new Zoning Administrator/building official and to assist as Building Inspector. The ZA position has been vacated within the Township for a large portion of the year.

Some of the issues that Thorton will be involved with were on the Township Board’s monthly meeting’s agenda Thursday, Nov. 10, including the possibility of a moratorium.

The recommendation, which was made by Planning Commission member Grace Rappe, reads in part that a “12-month moratorium be placed on all newly proposed commercial development requiring a site plan review on Red Arrow Highway’s Green Corridor.” Mention is made of the Green Corridor in the Township’s Master Plan.

As explained by Commissioner Joseph Reed, who was present at the meeting, the moratorium will merely address the “gray area” that exists between the Green Corridor and its relationship with the Master Plan and the Township’s ordinances. Currently, Reed said they are working on getting the ordinances “tied” to the Master Plan “the right way.”

Reed added that Rappe made the motion in hopes that it would give businesses a “clear cut answer,” as they would merely need to talk with the ZA, who would inform them of the Green Corridor and that they have a moratorium.

Rather than approve the moratorium for a 12-month period, Trustee Rich Sullivan suggested that they approve putting into place a one-month moratorium. Next meeting, they would revisit the one-year suggestion under the Township’s newly elected supervisor, David Bunte.

Treasurer Liz Rettig questioned the “legalities” of putting into place a one-month moratorium. Township Attorney Charles Hilmer said that, since they were proposing the moratorium to take place for a “defined period of time” and for it not to be “open ended,” then it could be allowed to “move forward.” Board members approved the onemonth moratorium and putting it on next meeting’s agenda for further discussion.

Also at the meeting, Board members addressed last month’s issue of residents alleging that several non-compliances with the Township’s zoning ordinance are taking place at the construction site of the almost completed Family Dollar store at the corner of Sawyer Road and Tatro Avenue in Sawyer.

A letter, which was signed by Scott Rappe, Tom Hackley, Robert Beemer, Jerry Kohn and Amy Mader, gives a brief summary of issues presented in the project’s site plan that the above signees allege conflict with the Township’s zoning ordinances. Among the alleged deficiencies of the site plan include the lack of landscaping, which Kohn said was required by the Commission; however, unless you could “grow the lot bigger,” he said there was no space for landscaping. Along with landscaping, some of the signage also remain uninstalled.

In response to the signee’s concerns, Clerk Paula Dudiak read off a list of records from June through October of this year of when then Building Inspector Chris Miller (Board members accepted his resignation last month) visited the site. Included in the records was when electrical, plumbing and mechanical inspections were completed, which led to Family Dollar inquiring when they would be receiving a Certificate of Occupancy.

She added that Thorton, who is scheduled to begin his new positon this week, had also stopped by the site that past week.

The letter signees said their main concern was that a Certificate of Occupancy would be issued by the Township if the issues stated in their letter aren’t addressed. Dudiak said that Thorton had disapproved Family Dollar’s request for an occupancy permit.

Sullivan, along with other Board memebrs, assured them that they wouldn’t be issuing the CO until Thorton could sit down with them and review all the alleged deficiencies that were stated in their letter.

Also at the meeting, Board members approved to renew the contract with Gerbel & Company, PC, the Township’s auditing firm, for another three years.

Board members approved a motion of changing a coop to a condominium.

Board members gave an update on the issue of library funding. Recently, Sullivan and Township Supervisor Wayne Warner met with library directors from New Buffalo Township, Village of Three Oaks and Bridgman, all of which Chikaming residents patronize. Warner said at the last meeting that it has come to light that residents of Three Oaks, New Buffalo and Bridgman “support economically their libraries a lot stronger than what Chikaming does.” Three years ago, Warner said they started doing a 50/50 split with their penal fines from their Township to New Buffalo, Three Oaks and Bridgman. For the last three years, he said they’ve been paying 40/40/20 percent, and that Bridgman has been receiving 20 percent of those penal fines. The three library directors agreed that the split should be 30/30/30 percent, and New Buffalo said it should be a 33/33/33 percent split.

At Thursday’s meeting, Sullivan said after talking to residents that a millage would be effective, although Trustee Bill Marske and Rettig said others have been against that possibility. Either way, Sullivan said they needed to discuss what amount they should put into the budget for using the library.

“We need to find a way to pitch in more of our share to the three libraries,” he said, adding that he thinks it’s “fair” they pay for using the library.

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Pokagon Fund providing food assistance across Harbor Country, beyond ith approximately one in five Harbor Country families needing

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food assistance, The Pokagon Fund since inception has granted over $600,000 to support 25 different organizations that help feed students, families and seniors throughout Harbor Country and the other communities surrounding Pokagon Band trust land consolidation sites in Michigan and Indiana.

“The organizations receiving our grants have a proven history of addressing the immediate concern of inadequate food supplies as well as creating longer-term benefits for our most vulnerable audiences,” said The Pokagon Fund Executive Director Janet Cocciarelli. “In children, we have seen that nutrition can affect physical, cognitive and behavioral development, with the result that hungry students are less likely to focus and learn, and more likely to struggle with social interactions.

At the other end of the spectrum are our senior citizens, who may live away from family and are unable to shop or prepare food on their own. With studies revealing that 14% percent of our local families are uncertain about where their next meals are coming from, The Pokagon Fund is working to resolve this pressing issue by searching for ways to increase the levels of healthy, nutritious food distributed,” added Cocciarelli.

Among the organizations that The Pokagon Fund helped sponsor this year are: • Meals on Wheels of SW MI/ Senior Nutrition Services, which delivers hot meals to our home-bound senior citizens as well as congregate meals to the River Valley Senior Center in Harbert and two locations in Dowagiac. Not only does this service help reduce hunger and support overall health, it also allows those delivering the meals the chance to socialize with the recipients and check on their overall welfare.

• Feeding America West Michigan, which reclaims safe surplus food from farmers, manufacturers, distributors and retailers. In 2016, Feeding America’s mobile pantries will distribute more than 90,000 pounds of fresh produce, dairy, bread and other non-perishable goods in Three Oaks, New Buffalo and Chikaming Townships.

• Blessings in a Backpack (BIB), which provides elementary students with food throughout the school year. Approximately 50% of schoolchildren in the River Valley Area Schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunches, which are paid for by the Federal Government during the week. BIB supplements that program by sending those students home with easy-to-prepare, nutritional meals for the weekends.

• A.C.T.I.O.N. Dowagiac, which distributes through their church pantry United States Department of Agriculture commodities aimed at improving the health of lowincome elderly persons at least 60 years of age by supplementing their diet with high-protein food.

• St. Margaret’s House, which among its many services, provides hot lunches and a continental breakfast every day to anyone who walks through the door.

• Harbor Country Rotary, which annually distributes beautiful food baskets to 24 families in need whose children attend New Buffalo Area and River Valley schools.

“As we approach Thanksgiving, a time when we pause to reflect on our blessings, it is important for us to reach out to those who are in need,” stated The Pokagon Fund Board Chair Rob Gow. “One of the Fund’s key initiatives is poverty reduction and there are few things in life more dispiriting than hunger, which takes both an emotional and physical toll on the afflicted. We are grateful to all of our partners and to the many volunteers who help serve the hungry across our service area.” — STAFF REPORTS

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he 2017 Blossomtime Miss New Buffalo Scholarship Pageant will be held on Saturday, November 19 at the New Buffalo High School Performing Arts Center at 4 p.m. The event will include the Miss and Mr. New Buffalo contestants as well as the Miss Teen, Miss Jr. Teen and Little Miss pageants.

Vying for the crown of Miss New Buffalo 2017 are contestants: Lauren Aroney, Emily Keller and Andrea Selke.

The Mr. New Buffalo candidate is Andrew Keller.

Miss Teen New Buffalo Contestants are: Ambriyana Braden, Madison Sexton and Da’Nai Smothers-Davis.

Miss Jr. Teen New Buffalo Contestants are: Jordan Bryk, Emma Reitz, Addison Stover, Ava Johnson, Shannon DeWit, Elizabeth Schmock, Lauren

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he Pokagon-New Buffalo Area Local Revenue Sharing Board met Tuesday, Nov. 15 for their regular meeting. The board had very little to discuss since they recently distributed funds from the Pokagon Tribe from revenues from the Four Wind Casino New Buffalo. On Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2016 the LRSB distributed $ 570,168.84 to the local communities at a special meeting.

At Tuesday’s meeting they discussed the future of the board with two members soon to leave, Wayne Warner and Chair Andy Vavra.

At-large representative, Chikaming Township Supervisor Wayne Warner, stated that the board needs to notify the municipalities that he currently represents that a new At-large representative will need to be chosen at the January meeting. The At-large LRSB board member represents the Townships of Chikaming and Three Oaks and the Villages of Grand Beach, Michiana and Three Oaks as well as the New Buffalo Area Schools. Warner was defeated in the November local elections and his replacement will need to be selected by the members. The current alternative At-large representative is New Buffalo Area School Board President Pano Arvanitis.

Board Chair Andy Vavra, representing Berrien County, was also defeated in the Nov. 8 elections. He will be replaced by a vote of the Berrien County Commissioners. He will continue to serve as County Commissioner 9th District until Dec. 31, 2016.

The municipalities will all be notified of the upcoming election of a replacement of the At-large member. That member will be selected, by the municipalities, at an 8 a.m. special meeting prior to the regular January meeting on Jan. 10, 2017.

With the lack of pending business, the board agreed to withhold their regular December meeting unless something of urgency develops.

The next meeting of the LRSB will be Jan. 10, 2017 at 8:00 a.m. at New Buffalo Township Hall.

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Little Miss New Buffalo Contestants are: Ava Jackson, Charlee Churchill, Angelina Bryk, McKenzie Pitchford, and Carly Tanksley.

The Miss and Mr. New Buffalo winners will go on to compete, along with area community queens and kings, in the Blossomtime Pageant on March 12 and 13, 2017, at the Mendel Center in Benton Harbor.

The New Buffalo pageant is chaired this year by Diana Selir and her co-chair Darla Bowen.

Tickets for the pageant can be purchased from a contestant in advance for $15.00 or at the door for $20.00.The PAC is located at 1111 W. Clay Street in New Buffalo. — LINDA HENDERSON

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ew Buffalo Area School Board of Education members heard how another local financial institution could possibly aid them with their banking needs at their Monday, Nov. 15 meeting.

Karen Poff, Business Banker, and Mary Wright, VP/Sales Manager/Treasury Management, both from Horizon Bank, gave a financial presentation to the Board.

According to Wright, they were interested in helping the school district “provide solutions that will enhance what you may already have in your current banking financial portfolio.” She said Horizon has been locally headquartered in Michigan City, Indiana, for over 140 years, and that they have some very conservative risk profiles. She said they have a “very strong experience” with municipalities, adding that bank-wide, they have 139 municipal accounts. In Harbor Country alone, she said they have 62 accounts with $18.5 million in deposits.

Being a community bank, she said that they have a “boots on the ground” philosophy, with knowledge of their communities.

She said that their products sweeps are designed to meet the “unique needs of municipalities.”

Wright added that they also have a “robust products sweep” which is “customizable to whatever their needs are,” a power for online platform banking and that they offer “proactive onsite training” until their customers are comfortable using their products.

“What this leads to for you is less time doing banking and more time doing your school operations,” she said.

Wright listed the capabilities that they would have managing their deposit accounts. She said they can transfer between accounts in a variety of ways, such as online or by calling the bank. A “nice thing” Horizon Bank offers with deposit accounts is that there’s no

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cutoff time, as the customer can deposit money at 5 p.m. right before the bank closes so that the deposit will be posted that day.

Remote deposit capture is another service offered through Horizon Bank, which Wright said enables the customer to scan a check they receive and get it deposited to their account the same day.

Wright said schools that Horizon Bank does business with include Lake Michigan Catholic, the City of Whiting school district and River Valley School District.

Kathleen Snyder, VP/ Investment Sales Manager, also briefly gave a presentation on an investment proposal with regards to the school’s scholarship account. Currently, the district has $2.5 million sitting in the account. When asked by Board President Pano Arvanitis if they do investments for several municipalities, Snyder said “yes.”

After their presentation, Arvanitis said he would like to meet with Business Manager Dan Coffman and Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Leslie within the next week to come up with a proposal based on the presentations they’ve had with two other financial institutions with regards to the scholarship account and Horizon’s checking presentation.

Also at the meeting, high school teacher Josh Durham gave an update on a Summer 2018 SAWES (Summer Academy of Western Expansionism and Science) trip that is being proposed by teachers Durham and Nicholas Talbott. The trip will take students on a journey to the western United States to study its biology and geology and is tentatively scheduled to take place July 6-28, 2018. The trip will include students from this year’s current freshman and sophomore classes.

At a September Board meeting, Board members expressed concern over the uncertainty of the type of transportation

that could be used for the trip and asked Durham to research it more. At Monday’s meeting, Durham said he had looked at using a variety of different types of transportation, from a school bus and a U-Haul trailer to using school vans. One of the problems he ran into when dealing with rental companies, he said, was that the cost changes “drastically every week.” One scenario involved using a school bus, renting a truck from enterprise and then using a school trailer.

This would involve the three chaperone teachers for the trip obtaining Commercial Drivers Licenses (CDL), as well as ensuring that they got a six seater truck from Enterprise-Rent-ACar. Another scenario involved using two Enterprise vans, a U-Haul moving truck and attaching a school trailer to the back of the U-Haul, as well as one that used only rental from Alamo Rent A Car. If they went with a school bus, Durham said they’d be able to bring 18 students, with six students per chaperone. If they do an Enterprise or Alamo van and U-Haul moving truck, they could fit six students in each van. In that scenario, they could bring 13 students, with one other student sitting in the passenger seat in U-Haul.

Arvanitis said the decision really boiled down to what he was “most comfortable with,” and Durham said a bus would offer more room than a van and might be a better option. In terms of using a bus, he said that first time bus drivers might have a tricky time navigating certain hills while out West and that they’d have to “be smart about what roads you can take.”

Board members agreed to look over Board goals. Arvanitis did say that a lot of the goals were already being worked on. He encouraged Board members to “put some time frames” on some of them and give their input.

Board members adopted the Annual Summer Tax Resolution.

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t took one of the most contentious elections in the history of the United States to finally knock the Cubs off of the front page of the newspaper. The Trump victory and subsequent unrest not only knocked the Cubs out of the news, but it has relegated all of sports back to their customary place in the news cycle. The most recent Cubs news was that Las Vegas has installed them as 7-2 favorites to win it all again next year.

I certainly don’t expect it, but if it happens again, it will be fascinating to see how everyone reacts. I can’t imagine any thing ever happening in sports that would be as thrilling as winning the title after a 108 year wait.

One thing the focus on the Cubs and elections has done is take the spotlight off the Bears. The season began poorly, but there were so many injuries that no one expected them to excel. Then, two weeks ago, they stomped the Vikings and last week they had a bye. The week off gave the injured an opportunity to heal and the team went into the game against Tampa Bay Sunday brimming with confidence. Four turnovers and nine penalties later, the Bears record stood at 2-7 and their season was, for all intents and purposes, over. Right now I’m hoping the Bears take the same path the Cubs did and lose a lot more games so they can get a high draft choice. Maybe then they can finally draft a franchise quarterback.

Also lost in the shuffle are the Chicago Bulls.

The Bulls started the off season with the intention of getting younger and then the aging Dwayne Wade became available. With Wade and Jimmy Butler, the Bulls have a couple of great players and the start of their season has shown a lot of promise as they have been winners in six of their first ten games. The team and their fans are going to have to get used to not having Derrick Rose and Joakim Noah anymore as both are now members of the New York Knicks. I look forward to the Bulls returning to the playoffs this season.

Finally, the best team currently playing in our fair city, the Chicago Blackhawks. The Blackhawks, led by Jonathan Toews, Patrick Kane, Duncan Keith, Artemi Panarin, and Corey Crawford, certainly appear to be Stanley Cup contenders once again.

The Hawks have won 11 of their first 15 games and lead their division by six points after beating the Montreal Canadians Sunday night. The game winning goal, by Patrick Kane, was a thing of beauty. Since Rocky Wirtz took control of the team, it has been a contender every year and has won three Cups in the last six years. Along with the Cubs, the Blackhawks give Chicago sports fans a reason for optimism.

Bob Feller, former great pitcher for the Cleveland Indians, said, “Every day is a new opportunity. You can build on yesterday’s success or put its failures behind and start over again. That’s the way life is, with a new game every day, and that’s the way baseball is.” Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

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uesday, November 8, 2016, was a great day for the residents of the City of New Buffalo. A needed bond issue was passed and four terrific City Council candidates were elected.

The bottom line is that this election will result in improved infrastructure projects throughout our City, with no increase in taxes. In addition, the new downtown improvement project will move ahead along with replacement of the 100+ year-old underground piping.

These results are due to the large majority of voters that supported the bond issue and the four winning candidates.

These voters gave their support which will result in an environment that will move our City Forward. Thank you!

In summary, the City and its residents were the big winners. Our hope is that this election will be a springboard that will bring all of us, no matter how you voted, together in a very positive way to help make our enchanting City even better.

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t is with great appreciation I wish to thank the voters of New Buffalo for your vote of confidence. The support shown for each of us, Mark Kroll, Elizabeth Ennis, Lou O’Donnell and myself means the Bond Referendum will move forward as we have promised.

We pledge to keep our promises to each of you and will be here to answer your questions

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With the passing of the Bond Referendum our town will become a place you will be proud to call your home.

— ROBERT SPIRITO

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would like to thank all the voters who took the extra step and wrote my name in for Supervisor.

Your support was greatly appreciated, and I’m sorry it did not work. I will miss working with all the Township residents, and being a part of the decision making team that has done a great deal for us all.

I only hope it can continue.

— ROSE DUDIAK

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would like to thank the voters of New Buffalo Township for electing me to the office of Township Supervisor. I will work hard for you and look forward to serving New Buffalo Township.

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ith the voterdirected change of New Buffalo Township’s Supervisor and Board makeup, perhaps the chosen officers can agree that basic governmentaltransparency is a benefit to the public and should be provided.

The following three past practices could be changed.

The Board has been allowing the general Public Comment segment to be placed on the Agenda right before the Board’s meeting is adjourned.

That has caused outside input to be rendered meaningless from a timing perspective. That segment should be near the beginning of Board meetings,

which most other public bodies provide. Secondly, the Minutes of past Board meetings have not included any details about the previous meeting’s Public Comment segment, even as a way to make up for the lack of Board input about the comments or requests; the media too has not reported on who says what and why.

The Township’s new Clerk can easily remedy the dysfunctional Minutes write-up practice, and, the new Supervisor has the authority to reorder the Agenda’s segments. The other, and curiously missing, aspect of transparency which relates to accountability is that the Board has failed to provide the public with live audio-visual access to its meetings. The completely refurbished building has provided state-of-the-art technology for doing so. The City’s live-feed has greatly improved public involvement in governmental decisionmaking, and consensusbuilding. So, these changes in the Township’s practices will likely result in benefit to the officers as well as being responsive to affected people and informative to the public at large.

—C HERYL MARIE, NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP

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wish to extend my deepest gratitude to the voters of Chikaming Township for their overwhelming show of support in the election. I am humbled by the number of volunteers and everyone that embraced me throughout the campaign.

I am excited about the opportunity to work with all boards and commissions in the Township, striving to be the best we can be for the citizenry.

There are exciting times ahead for everyone in our community and by improving the lines of communication with active engagement, enhanced systems and transparency, we will achieve our goal of keeping people informed and involved in our future.

Thank you for your support, encouragement and friendship.

I promise to do my best to

achieve and exceed your expectations.

— DAVID BUNTE, CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR ELECT

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uch has changed in the past few days, but much remains the same. The White House will shift from Democratic to Republican control in January.

The makeup of the Great Lakes Congressional delegation did not change much, and the House of Representatives and Senate will remain with Republican leadership.

Regardless, our commitment to ensuring the Great Lakes are protected and safe for all remains unwavering.

During the election, candidates throughout the region pledged to support Great Lakes protection efforts. We appreciate those commitments. And we will hold elected officials accountable to their promises.

For decades, we have educated elected officials on both sides of the aisle on the critical importance of the Great Lakes, and we will continue this work in 2017 and beyond.

We expect our leaders to keep existing laws and regulations in place and enforced. We stand firm against efforts to undermine basic clean water protections. Great Lakes protection and clean water are not options or add-ons. They are fundamental to the health and vitality of this region and all of its people.

Our region’s work to protect the Great Lakes and clean water is strongest when it includes all who live and work here. There is no space for divisions by race, gender, faith, or economic status when doing the job of protecting our Great Lakes. Voters in the Great Lakes region share a common value for clean water. And we will be here, alongside Great Lakes voters, standing up for clean water for all.

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ew Buffalo High School students and teachers, along with community members, paid their respects to those who had served for their country during a special Veterans Day ceremony at the Performing Arts Center Friday, Nov. 11. Included in the ceremony was a Presentation of Color Guard and Veterans by the American Legion Post 169 as well as a guest speaker, Dawn Rice, who spoke of her father’s World War II war experiences. Her father, Harold Zeiger, was also present at the ceremony.

Afterward, students had the opportunity to shake hands with and thank the veterans in the hallway.

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he New Buffalo City Council had its first regular meeting since the November 2016 election, starting the meeting with one new member and three re-elected members.

At the start of the Nov. 15 meeting, Acting City Clerk Mary Robertson read the results of the election, as certified by the election bureau. Liz Ennis, Mark Kroll and Robert Spirito took the three seats up for four-year terms while Lou O’Donnell IV retained the partial term he held.

O’Donnell was also reappointed to serve as mayor while Ennis was elected mayor pro tem.

Downtown Development Authority Chair Robert Kemper congratulated the elected members and encouraged the public to get involved in the DDA’s designs for North Whittaker Street.

He said the plan must be complete by January in order to apply for grants.

Resident Jeff Dryden echoed Kemper’s congratulations and urged everyone to work together for the community, stating “democracy works best when competing ideas sharpen each other.”

The council quickly got to business, approving the evening’s agenda with Ennis and Councilmember Mark Robertson abstaining from approving minutes from meetings that took place before they had been on the council.

With the Council’s permission, Attorney Sara Bell Senica presented her findings on ethics charges made against Police Chief Larry Pitchford. City employee Anthony Ashbaugh alleged Pitchford had committed two ethics violations- allowing a private towing company to use the city’s portable loading ramp and violating his privacy by listening to recordings of a private conversation Ashbaugh had on city property after business hours. Senica said after reviewing information and speaking with former city manager Rusty Geisler she determined there was nothing unethical about allowing the towing company access to the ramp. She said it has long been practice, as directed by the city manager, to allow this access so the company can quickly clear accidents from public roads. Senica said the alternative was to use two city employees to transport the ramp to accident sites, possibly in the middle of the night, at great cost to taxpayers.

The matter of recordings was more complicated. Senica said the issue dealt with a conversation recorded in city

hall Sunday, Aug. 7. Pitchford told her he had been made aware that someone was inside the building at a time when employees generally are not there and he had reviewed the video and audio recordings. While he did not observe anything illegal, he ordered a transcript be made and reported it to City Manager Rob Anderson. Senica said Pitchford followed protocol, but there is no city policy on recordings and courts have made various determinations on if individuals have a reasonable expectation of privacy if they have conversations in public places.

In light of this, Senica, who is currently working with several other municipalities to create policies on recordings, recommended the council cease using audio recorders in city hall until liabilities and other issues can be considered, the city develop a written policy on recordings and not release recordings unless directed by the courts and remind councilmembers and employees that any action on such recordings is outside the scope of their position. The Council voted 5-0 to follow her recommendations.

Anderson said the audio recorder by the front desk has already been shut off, while video remains. The police department will be exempt from the audio restriction as state and federal regulations require recordings in interview rooms.

O’Donnell asked Senica about the cost to have her help create a policy for the city. She replied she is willing to spread the costs among the multiple municipalities she is working with to save all of them money.

wo long-time city employees were recognized at the meeting for their years of service. Bob James has been with the city’s water department for 30 years and Ron Lonske has been the city’s custodian for 28 years.

Both men received standing ovations.

A new city clerk has been named.

Lori Vanderclay will begin her new position the first week of January 2017. Vanderclay, currently Clerk for the City of Allegan, was offered the spot in June but declined because of other obligations. Anderson said New Buffalo staff members still felt she was a strong candidate and when reoffered she was able to take the position. Mary Robertson’s agreement to serve as Acting City Clerk was extended until Vanderclay comes aboard. Councilmember Robertson abstained from voting on a

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The terms for Anderson’s role as Interim City Manager were adjusted to allow for a smooth transition to a replacement. Anderson said he wants to make the change stress-free for his colleagues. The Council voted to extend his interim status by up to four weeks at the mayor’s discretion and to adjust the begin and end dates of the termination agreement accordingly. Anderson said several good candidates have been identified. The Council is trying to schedule interviews in the next two weeks.

The Council also approved up to $20,000 for work needed to allow a newly constructed home on Clay Street to connect to the city’s sewer lines. Anderson said the Street Department will work with Wightman and Associates to determine why the system is bulkheaded and find where to tap in. Ashbaugh said Wightman will produce engineering documents and go out for bid. He hopes the work will be done in three weeks. Councilmember Robert Spirito noted records made by previous staff were inaccurate, causing the current issue.

The Council also approved up to $5000 for the Planning Commission to complete the Master Plan by the end of 2016. Once completed there will be a review period and a public hearing before the Plan is brought to the Council for approval.

Long-time city employees will receive a $100 year-end bonus. Anderson said the increase has been called a salary adjustment but is a one-time increase that does not follow through the year.

This year 21 employees will receive the bonus, totaling $2,223. The Council also approved a list of meeting dates and holiday closings for 2017.

Robert Cook received permission to use the parking lot of Cook Electric at 400 S. Whittaker Street for Christmas tree sales.

The New Buffalo Business Association received permission to hold a holiday parade Saturday, Nov. 26. Anderson said the city is still deciding which location to use for the tree lighting.

The Council read into the record a letter from resident Stanton Bloom thanking Police Sergeant Jason Grimmett for his assistance and reassurance when Bloom had a medical emergency.

Before the meeting ended, O’Donnell said the city-owned property on South Whittaker Street is expected to be added to the county tax rolls at the next county assessor’s meeting.

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NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING & REGULAR MEETING The City of New Buffalo Planning Commission will hold a Special Meeting during their Regular Meeting on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 7:00 p.m., in the New Buffalo City Hall, 224 West Buffalo Street, New Buffalo, MI 49117.

The Regular Meeting will include a Site Plan Review approval for Sergei Antipov to construct a private swimming pool, complete with decking, fencing and landscaping.

This pertains to Article 19: Site Plan Review, 19-8, Amendment of an Approved Site Plan. The property is located at 40 Peninsula Drive, New Buffalo, MI 49117, with property tax code 11-62-6100-0040-00-0.

The Zoning Ordinance is available online at cityofnewbuffalo.org and more information regarding this request is available at City Hall.

This meeting is an open meeting.

The notice is posted in compliance with Open Meeting Act, Public Act 267 of 1976 and the Americans with Disabilities Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids should contact the City Clerk by writing or calling the following: Mary Lynn, Deputy Clerk, (269) 469-1500, 224 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo, MI 49117.

All interested parties are urged to attend.

MARY LYNN – DEPUTY CLERK/ RECORDING SECRETARY CITY OF NEW BUFFALO PLANNING COMMISSION

FOR RENT

UNION PIER 2 Bedroom. 1 Bath Cottage/Home Walking Distance to Beach. Fenced Property. Storage Unit Included. Rent: $750 per month. Please call/text (269) 876-7452.

THREE OAKS Very nice 3bed. 1bath home, large 2 car garage, pets ok. $875 @ month.

312-422-1222.

NEW BUFFALO TOWNHOME AND BOAT SLIP Recently updated, 2 Bedroom. 1.5 bath, Roof Top Deck, attch. 1 car garage and a 50 Ft. Boat Slip adjacent to the unit. Located on the harbor, with a gated community, with a community swimming pool. Price Reduced to $273,000. Available immediately. For information or to schedule a showing call 219-796-5514

STORAGE BARN 20 Ft. x 60 Ft. Storage Unit. Pull Thru Bay, 2 – 14 Ft. doors, insulated, renter can heat. $575 per month. State Road 39 Storage. Available July 10.

219-362-8817

NEW BUFFALO Large 2 Bedroom Apartment, 1st. Floor.

Plenty of closets. Quiet Living. No Pets.

269-469-1364.

BEAUTIFUL TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT Monthly Rent—$1050 Charming townhouse is located in the heart of New Buffalo, just a short walk to the beach as well as the Galien River Preserve, the Marina, and the Amtrak train. This 2 Bedroom unit has an extra-large master bedroom and 1.5 Baths with front & rear facing decks in a park-like setting. It is freshly painted and has beautiful new floors and crown molding. The unit also comes with an assigned off-street parking space and a detached garage.

Available now for 9 month or 1 year lease. Tenant has to cover electric and cable/internet/phone. No Smokers or Pets. Security Deposit required. If interested, please contact (312) 203-6615.

LARGE NEW SPACIOUS LUXURY APARTMENT Above my garage includes: Central air, Gas heat, Cable Television and Wi-Fi. Super Nice, Bathroom and Kitchen.

Everything included for $625 per month. 269-470-9911 NEW BUFFALO 1 Bedroom Apt. $545/per month.

Water & garbage included. No pets.

No smoking.

269-861-1001 NEW BUFFALO Apt. Large 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 2nd floor, water incl. No Smoking, no pets $575/mo. Contact 269-612-2889.

NEW BUFFALO House 3 bedroom, 1 bath completely remodeled, all appliances and central air. No smoking. No pets. $875/mo.

Contact 269-612-2889 NEW BUFFALO Large 2 Bedroom Apt. 2nd. Floor.

Plenty of Closets.

No Pets, Quiet Living. Full time.

FOR INFORMATION CALL 269-469-1364

NEW BUFFALO TIMES

FOR SALE

ITEMS FOR SALE

Solid Wood Dining Set: table/chairs, hutch and server $350.00. Solid wood bunk bed set w/ trundle desk and book shelf $300, Ping Pong tble w/acces $75, 6 outdr chairs/ cushions $75. call/txt 708-648-5019 or spetersfam@sbcglobal.net.

10 month five burner gas range.

36” wide, slide in. Extra large oven, storage drawer under. Italian Cosmo manufacture. Selling due to total kitchen remodel. New $1700, asking $1000, or best offer. Located in New Buffalo, MI. Call Jude 312-520-0829.

SERVICES

FISH FOR STOCKING Most Varieties For Pond Lakes Call Laggis’ Fish Farm 269-628-2056 DAYS 269-624-6215 EVENINGS.

HELP WANTED

CAREGIVERS Seeking experienced, responsible caregivers in your area. Based in St. Joseph, Home Helpers provides in-home, non-medical care for families throughout Berrien County.

Call 269-983-4800 or email 57554@ Homehelpershomecare.com.

MASSAGE THERAPIST Must have MI license and insurance.

Call Melissa 219-898-5398.

GROUNDSKEEPER Garden, lawn, equipment maintenance, supervise crew, security, other duties.

40 hr week April-October. Wages negotiable, paid bi-weekly.

Mail resume to Friendship Gardens, PO Box 8834, Michigan City, IN 46361 or email internationalfriendshipgardens@ yahoo.com. No phone calls please.

ACCOUNTING HELP WANTED Accounting. Quick Books online Phone/text 269-876-7452.

LOCAL INTELLIGENCE • SINCE 1942

ROOFING AND CONSTRUCTION COMPANY SEEKING FULL TIME ROOFING AND SIDING INSTALLERS AND LABORERS Three years experience and valid drivers license required.

Qualifying applicants.

Call Sarah at 219-363-6151.

LAKESIDE HOUSEKEEPER Seeking an experienced housekeeper one full day per week.

Please have local references and be willing to do dishes, laundry, organization etc.

Text or call 574-849-7383.

FULL/PART-TIME MASSAGE THERAPISTS We are looking for full/part-time massage therapists and nail technicians. Please call 269-4699111 if you are interested.

NEW BUFFALO Skills needed: Climbing, Patience, Flexible Schedule, Part Time, Outdoor work, Excellent Pay. Please call 269-469-8453 ENERGIZE YOUR INCOME! Energize your income, marketing products habitually used and unconsciously purchased. Contact Jennifer (219) 608-2956 jenniferh@hericenergy.com.

SEEKING WEDDING COORDINATOR FOR FRIENDSHIP BOTANIC GARDENS! Part-Time Position Year Round Seeking Dynamic, Organized, Flexible, and Positive Individual to coordinate Ceremonies and Receptions at our beautiful venues at the Gardens.

Must be available Friday evenings and Saturdays Mid-May through Mid-October. This is an incredibly fun position with a lot of opportunities to grow an already successful program.

Please send resume and letter to info@friendshipgardens.org by 11/30/16.

SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Responsible, compassionate lady looking for caregiver positon. Please call 269-479-833 CAREGIVERS NEEDED Caregivers needed in New Buffalo area for clients using a home care agency. Personal care & homemaker needed. No nights or weekends!

Must pass background check & drug test. Pet free, smoke free homes, no nights or weekends. If you want to make a difference in someone’s life, we offer competitive wages & raise reviews. Call Comfort Keepers at 269-556-9999 M-F 8am-4pm or email stjoe@comfortkeepers.com

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REAL ESTATE

LAKEFRONT • NEWS • BANKING STATISTICS FOR LEASE • NOW FOR SALE • CONSTRUCTION

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MORTGAGE RATES 30 Year Fixed Jumbo.. 4.37% 30-Year Fixed............... 3.68 15-Year Fixed Jumbo... 3.75% 15-Year Fixed............. 2.79% US CDS (NATIONAL AVERAGE) 1 year............................ .54 6 month......................... .34 1 month......................... .11 Fed Fund Rate................ .37 Fed Reserve Target Rate. .50 Prime Rate..................... 3.5 US Unemployment Rate.. 4.5

You will never do anything in this world without courage. It is the greatest quality of the mind next to honor.

— Aristotle

New Buffalo Times LOCAL INTELLIGENCE — SINCE 1942 —

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50 Pocantico Trail, New Buffalo $1,325,000 | 3bd, 5ba

46302 Fairway Drive, Grand Beach $1,599,000 | 5bd, 4ba

ShorelineAdvice.com 269.612.4104

312 Marquette Drive, New Buffalo $1,650,000 | 3bd, 2ba

11086 Riverview Drive, New Buffalo $997,000 | 4bd, 5ba

18520 Dunecrest Drive, New Buffalo $779,000 | 5bd, 4ba 615, 619, 623 Marquette Drive, New Buffalo

3 Premium Homesites in Wolverine Beach

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30 West Buffalo Street New Buffalo, Michigan

4030 Pontchart rain Drive, New Buffalo $749,000 | 4bd, 4ba

8856 Blackhawk Drive, Lakeside $875,000 | 4bd, 5ba

615-623 Marquette Drive, New Buffalo Starting at $699,000

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Round Barn hosts holiday give-back events

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he family and crew behind Round Barn Winery, Distillery & Brewery, located in Baroda, Michigan, is gearing up for the holidays and giving back to the community.

As a way of giving thanks, Round Barn Public House will host its annual free Community Thanksgiving Dinner. Everyone is welcome ‘round their table; whether you are in need of a meal, seeking companionship, or would just like to leave the cooking to someone else. Join them for a free, delicious, and traditional Thanksgiving dinner, buffet style. They’re serving non-alcoholic beverages only at the family focused gathering. For

those who are able, a $15 donation per person the sweet moment. Bonus kid activities include community that has supported them for the is suggested and will be given back to local making ornaments and decorating holiday last 24 years. Donate a new, unwrapped toy Baroda nonprofits. (or $5 suggested donation for Toys for Tots) cookies. Can’t make it to the festivities? Toys Round Barn will host its annual “Sippin’ and help Round Barn make some Christmas for Tots will have an additional donation bin with Santa Toy Drive.” The family centered wishes come true. Your donation will score the at the Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room festivities will take place Saturday, December kids some quality time with the Man in Red so location during the month of December.

3, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m., at the Round Barn Winery, remember to bring your cameras to capture For those big kids over 21, sip on seasonal Distillery & Brewery cheer while shopping (10983 Hills THANKSGIVING DAY DINNER Round Barn's Road). Partnering Free for all ages, suggested $15 donation for those who can contributeextensive product with the New Buffalo donation will stay in Baroda community assisting nonprofits. line for the perfect chapter of Toys for November 24th | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. gifts for those wine, Tots, the Round beer and spirits Public House, 9151 First Street in Baroda, Michigan Barn owners and enthusiasts. — STAFF Reservations would be appreciated by November 20th, staff are delighted to REPORTS RSVP at 269-326-7059 or email hello@roundbarnpublichouse.com give back to the local

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2016

HOROSCOPE NOVEMBER 17-23, 2016

AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 Say goodbye to those inner struggles. It’s time to let some love and light shine into your heart. Things that may have wrapped you up in pain or drama, or situations that would have caused you to ignore your obligations, will be easier to deal with and moved past. Let go of unhealthy patterns and embrace freedom.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 Now is the time to breakthrough fear and stagnation. You are coming into a period where it will be easier to embrace a healthy lifestyle. Whether you are looking to eat better or exercise more, now is the time to create that pattern. Beyond that, it is the time to break free from restrictive organizations, too.

TAURUS

You will feel much more comfortable speaking up to friends and teammates, this week. Get it all out there, and don’t hold back. You have been skirting around the issues for weeks, which has slowed things down. A verbal purge is just the thing you need to clear the air and get team projects back on track.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 The drama queen has left the building. Now you can start focusing on numero uno. With the theatrics gone you will be less reactionary and more authentic. It’s hard to believe how much your buttons were being pushed, and how much you were reacting to a someone else’s mood. A nice break is coming.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 Your professional path will be illuminated nicely, now.

Plans that have been hung up in bureaucracy, or tied up in red tape, will start to unravel now. Opportunities that will put you closer to your career or leadership goals will open, now. On another note, issues you have had with a male figure will be resolved.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 All that questioning and soul searching is going to pay off.

The light is dawning my friend and you will make a fresh start. Don’t give yourself a hard time. Be glad you took the time to process your emotions, because now you can bounce back with some enthusiasm. The disappointments are behind you.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 Your higher-self will start to shine through the fog, this week. You are coming out of the haze, and starting to see your path more clearly.

Areas of your life that were left hanging, or that were hanging on uncertain terms will become more stable. Also, you will get the help and support you have been praying for.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 It’s time for a nice little wind down. No more rushing around from meeting to meeting, or answering to another’s beckon call. It is time for you to slow it down, reel it in, and don’t be shy about it. Obligations have been heavy for Capricorn, and with the holidays approaching you need to regroup.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 Relationship tensions will ease up nicely, now. If a competitive coworker has created stress at work, you will have the chance to get to know each other on a personal level, and a friendship will likely develop. If you have had a tense family dynamic, the upcoming holiday will give you the opportunity to relax with them.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 If you have been feeling insecure, or unsure of your financial situation, don’t worry. You will be much more in tune with the essential points of your budget and will trim down some of those debts easily, now. Getting involved in a group project could increase the cash flow and lift your spirits, too.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 Don’t get down and out about relationships. If things have gotten lopsided, or if you feel like you are giving more than your fair share, speak up about it. Some redistributing of the financial load may be in order. Stop any enabling behavior and put the responsibility back to where it belongs.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 You will have a clearer view on what you want from life, this week. The last few months, you may have felt confused about what you wanted to create and aspire to. Well, now you will start to see yourself with more certainty and optimism. Get ambitious with it. Your goals have that sticking power, now.

APRIL 20—MAY 20

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EVENTS

CITY OF NEW BUFFALO

POLICE BLOTTER NOVEMBER 7-13, 2016 NOVEMBER 7 False Alarm Property Damage Accident NOVEMBER 8 Pokagon Tribal Police/Assist Other Agency VIN Inspection NOVEMBER 9 False Alarm NB City Fire/Assist Other Agency

PLEASE SEND US EVENT INFO TO EVENTS@NEWBUFFALOTIMES.COM COMPILED BY LINDA HENDERSON

DAILY EVENTS

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

EVERY MONDAY

ULTIMATE MONDAYS 6-8PM. Township Memorial Park.

New Buffalo.

6PM warmup followed by game. Ultimate Frisbee on a small field; High school age or older, for info txt 206-465-5875.

EVERY WEDNESDAY

NOVEMBER 10 Missing Person Abandoned Vehicle Medic 1/Assist Other Agency NB Township PD/Assist Other Agency Suspicious Situation

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

All are welcome.

NOVEMBER 11 False Alarm General Assist Medic 1/Assist Other Agency Larceny of IPhone

EVERY THURSDAY AND SUNDAY

NOVEMBER 12 Medic 1/Assist Other agency/ Welfare Check False Alarm Breaking & Entering NOVEMBER 13 OUIL 1st Medic 1/Assist Other Agency

OPEN MIC NIGHT 8PM. Acorn Theater. 107 Generations Dr. Three Oaks. 269-756-3879. www.acorntheater.com.

Admission is free.

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.

EVERY FRIDAY

STORY TIME AT THREE OAKS LIBRARY 10:30AM. www.threeoakslibrary.org FISH FRY 5-9PM. American Legion Post #169.

New Buffalo.

EVERY SATURDAY-SUNDAY STORYBOOK TRAILS New Buffalo Township Memorial Park.

New Buffalo.

Walk along trails a read stories with your children. Co-sponsored

by New Buffalo Township Library.

EVERY SATURDAY

THREE OAKS’ FARMERS MARKET 9AM-2PM. Corner of Central & Elm. Downtown Three Oaks. www.threeoaksfarmersmarket.com.

YOGA CLASSES AT TOWNSHIP HALL 9:30-10:30AM. Township Hall.

17425 Red Arrow Hwy. New Buffalo Session are $10 per week.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18

FESTIVAL OF TREES 6:30-10PM. The Inn at Harbor Shores.

800 Whitwam Dr. St. Joseph.

A fundraiser for Volunteer Southwest Michigan and Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for children in the foster care system. Music by Mark Ficks Dance Band, live and silent auctions, generous hors d’oeuvres, wine, beer, cocktails, martini bar, complimentary photo booth. A special Chicago Bulls auction item. Donation Prices: $80 per ticket includes one complimentary beverage ticket. $100 per ticket which includes an open bar for the evening. 100% of all proceeds from this event will benefit CASA and Volunteer Southwest Michigan.

CARRIE NEWCOMER WITH PIANIST GARY WALTERS 8PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets $20.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19

NEW TROY FLEA MARKET 9AM-3PM. New Troy Community Center 13372 California Road. New Troy.

Lunch by Judy’s Style Hot Dogs.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19 & 20

THE AUTUMN ARTISAN MARKET 10:30AM-7PM Sat. 10:30AM-5PM Sun. Journeyman Distillery. 109 Generations Drive. Three Oaks. 269-820-2050.

Free Admission.

NOVEMBER 21–JANUARY 2

LUBEZNIK HOLIDAY MARKET 11AM-4PM CDT. Lubeznik Center for the Arts. 101 2nd St. Michigan City.

219-874-4900. www.lubeznikcenter.org.

Shop for handmade, finely crafted items, perfect for holiday gift giving. Proceeds benefit LCA’s Education Outreach.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25-27

NEW BUFFALO HOLIDAY CELEBRATION In Downtown New Buffalo.

888-660-6222. www.newbuffalo.org.

Kick off the holiday season with a full weekend of activities! Santa visit & parade, Shop Local Saturday, decorate gingerbread houses, tree lighting & caroling, family fun activities.

BLUE MOON VINTAGE MARKET 10AM-5PM. 16860 Three Oaks Rd. Three Oaks. 219-851-0900.

Admission is free.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25

ROCKY LAPORTE COMEDY NIGHT 7:30PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets $35/$25.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26 NEW BUFFALO HOLIDAY PARADE

SNOWFLAKE STROLL 5-8PM. Downtown Three Oaks.

269-756-7507 Please join us for this holiday event!

Shops and restaurants in the Village will be decked out for the Holidays and offering special refreshments and drinks throughout the evening.

SEAN MASTERSON MAGIC MATINEE 7:30PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets $15, under 12 $10.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28 THE WEEPIES 8PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets $35/$25.

The information for these events is correct, as of the Tuesday before publication date. Please contact the events listed with any questions.

And please send us any events at events@ newbuffalotimes.com. Deadlines are the Fridays before the following week’s publication.

SCOUTS CORNER The Honor Scouts of Mackinac Island

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he Mackinac Governor’s Honor Guard is a scouts program that allows girls and boys from all over Michigan to participate in ceremonial activities every summer on Mackinac Island. This summer I participated in this program for the first time, though many girls whom I met have been attending as much as six years in a row.

The program started in 1929 just for boy scouts, and former president Gerald Ford was in the first troop. Girl scouts were included in 1974 at the urging of the Governor’s wife, Helen Milliken. Scouts have served on the island ever since, from the end of one school year to the beginning of the next.

Before we get to go to the island, we participate in several trainings so we know what to do once we arrive. The trainings include marching, raising, lowering, and folding the flag properly, and playing Fort Mackinac trivia so we can answer questions once we are posted.

Once on the island, our troop serves for 10 days. After we get off the ferry we march up Fort Hill to our barracks, where we live during our time at the fort. Throughout the course of our stay, the sixty scouts are broken into four patrols, A-D, and each patrol has different posts around the island where we answer visitors’ questions and give directions. We are also given a partner and a post where you raise and lower a flag every morning and evening.

Only three patrols have guide duty daily, while the fourth patrol stays in the barracks and cleans and cooks meals for all the girls. The girls eat breakfast and dinner together, but there are two lunches for girls going to or coming off of guide duty. After dinner we have some entertainment for all four patrols, such as kickball, bike rides around the island, and dinner guests like scout alumni and fort reenactors. In our free time we can go downtown to buy fudge, go to the Grand Hotel for lunch, or sleep— because Honor Guard is a lot of work!

— KEEGAN STOCKS-MCELLIGOTT, TROOP #00344

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NEW BUFFALO BUSINESS ASSOCIATION PRESENTS:

ALL DAY SATURDAY

NOVEMBER 26, 2016

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16TH ANNUAL

Teddy Bear Tea TO BENEFIT TOYS FOR TOTS

Sunday • December 4 • 1-3pm EST Marina Grand Resort $10 per person with an unwrapped Toys for Tots donation

Put on your best holiday gear, grab your favorite stuffed animal and experience a magical afternoon of giving, snacking and dancing.

Entertainment: The Wacky World of Dave Rudolf For reservations, call 269.469.9900.

kid-friendly tea service ∙ fantastic treats ∙ chat with Santa sponsored by Marina Grand Resort and The Harbor Grand