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“Baby steps,” Cottage Company owner and developer Rob Mossburg said with a smile after the Harbor Springs City Council approved an ordinance regulating decks, includ-ing rooftop decks, in the downtown business district. The approval is yet one more “step” in a series of hurdles Mossburg has cleared in getting the go-ahead to build a new hotel downtown on the corners of Main, Gardner and Bay Streets.

Council approval Monday night, January19, came following a public hearing and lengthy review of the ordinance Thursday, January 15 by the Harbor Springs Planning Com-mission.

While the rooftop deck of the planned Hotel Janelle project may have been the catalyst for this regu-lation, city attorney Jim Ramer, city manager Tom Richards, and city planning consultant Larry Nix, all told Planning Commission mem-bers that the code needed updating.

The officials said even outdoor dining is not currently allowed by the code, despite the many restau-rants that have been approved to do so in the past several years. The code needs to be updated to define the term “deck”, and code language needs to distinguish between resi-dential and commercial use.

The planned three-story hotel would be among the tallest down-town structures. Concerns had been raised about an additional structure on the roof as part of the planned deck there. There were also concerns about noise emanating from the outdoor dining.

In a memo to City Council, city manager Tom Richards noted: “...the Planning Commission initiated the development of certain zoning code revisions that were felt to be needed to allow, but restrict and regulate such outdoor uses to control the potential negative impacts on the area and the neighboring property owners.”

The ordinance defines decks, rooftop decks, patios; regulates deck/patio usage for safety, noise, lighting, hours of usage and other impacts; prohibits amplified music; restricts sound levels to established noise level limits; limits commercial rooftop activities to 50-percent of the rooftop area; regulates com-mercial use of rooftop decks through approval via Special Land Use at the Planning Commission (this means any commercial property seeking use of its deck--for commercial pur-poses-- still needs to appear before

Moving ForwardCouncil okays outdoor deck regulation; a step in downtown hotel approval process

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The 50th annual Moose Jaw Snowmobile Safari saw nearly 144 participants register at the Harbor Springs Skate Park, 88 of which were vintage sleds. The riders traveled from Harbor Springs to the bean pot at Larks Lake in Center Township last Saturday, Jan. 17. A mild day helped bring out a big turnout. In all 495 people registered at the township hall.

“After much internet searching, we have the oldest consecutive annual snowmobile trail event in the US! And the 50th was the “Best of the Best” Moose Jaw Safari,” said Ric Curnow, President of the Harbor Springs Snowmobile Club.

During the event 44 donated door prizes were given away and 37 plaques were awarded to present, former, and deceased members of the “Bean Team.”

City Council member and long-time participant John Cupps, Sr. told his council colleagues at Monday’s meeting that they had over 1,000 hot dogs and went through most of them and they made 130 gallons of bean soup and finished with only 15 gallons.

“For us it was the best Moose Jaw ever,” said Kevin

50th Moose Jaw one of the best

By Kate BassettHarbor Light Newspaper

Harbor Springs is known as a town that “takes care of its own” and a town that values its elders. An important new initiative, Community Connections of Greater Harbor Springs, combines these two attributes. The initiative’s mission, assisting seniors aged 62 and older in locating and accessing resources and services that will allow them to maintain their independence and remain in their homes as long (and as safely) as possible, will provide critical connections in an area with an increasingly elderly population.

On Thursday, January 29, Commu-nity Connections will host a launch party at the initiative’s office space in Fairview Plaza. The event, which will run from 2-5 p.m., will include information about the program and services, as well as an opportunity to sign up to volunteer or become a member. Light refreshments will be served.

“It is a member-driven and volun-

teer supported program,” said coordi-nator, Cyndi Kramer. “During our first year all members will be given ‘charter’ status and will not pay a membership fee for the first twelve months. There will be an annual fee after that time, the amount as yet undetermined.”

Kramer said the initiative will be in an ongoing mode of growth, as services continue to expand.

“Our inaugural offerings will be to serve as a portal for finding out about and assisting in navigating programs already in place in our community and the surrounding area,” she said. “For example, the Friendship Center of Emmet County in Petoskey offers several services that many people are unaware of and the Village of Hillside welcomes any senior needing help in dealing with their Medicare, Social Security, or problems with any service provider.”

In addition, Community Connec-tions will start a “Rise and Shine” phone check-in service for those seniors who may live in an isolated area or who do not have family or

friends nearby. “We will call them on a schedule

they determine, to make sure they are doing well. We also have a medical equipment ‘loan closet’ with items that people may need on a short or long term basis, like wheelchairs, canes, raised toilet seats and walkers.”

Knowing independent living also often means home care or routine maintenance, Kramer said Commu-nity Connections is developing a list of local vendors who provide commonly used services like plowing, plumbing and heating, and housekeeping.

“We will screen those vendors and ask our members to evaluate them for recommendation to other members. Also in the works, we’re building a list of local merchants who offer dis-counts or incentives to seniors.Those vendors and merchants who offer services and discounts will be listed on our website, as well.”

As a way to help offset costs for Community Connections, Kramer said there will be opportunities in the future for advertising on the initia-

New ‘Community Connections’ program being launched here to assist seniors with maintaining independence

Harbor Springs area residents and businesses can now benefit from classes in social media, digital marketing, and other broadband re-lated communication skills through HarborActive, a training program announced recently by a collabora-tion formed through HARBOR, Inc.

HarborActive grew out of initial work by HARBOR, Inc. Executive Director Rachel Smolinski and Mar-cie Wolf of Abuzz Creative, a digital marketing firm based in Northern Michigan. A collaboration of or-ganizations including the Harbor Springs Library, Harbor Springs Area Chamber of Commerce and Cheboygan-based AirNorth Cyber-Band are working together to offer the instructional program.

“HarborActive is the exciting result of organizations in our area working together to cross the digital divide,” said Smolinski. “We want to make it easy for everyone in the

New training program offered here in internet-related skills

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The Charlevoix and Emmet County youth or-ganization, SAFE (Substance Abuse Free Envi-ronment) in Northern Michigan, is attempting to make brown the most fashionable color of the season. The filthy, grimy brown hue was selected to carry an important message that will never go out of style. With a little positive peer pressure, SAFE’s Brown Out Project aims to dress area high school students in brown to send a strong anti-tobacco message to their fellow peers and community.

The Brown Out Project will give away 700 free t-shirts to the students of Boyne City, Char-levoix, East Jordan, Harbor Springs, Pellston and Petoskey high schools. The brown t-shirts are imprinted with this year’s slogan chosen by SAFE members, “Don’t be a Butthead.” A home basketball game at each high school has been designated as a Brown Out Game where the student section is asked to forego their school colors, pledge their commitment to a tobacco-free life, and cheer on their team in the brown t-shirts.

The Brown Out Project kicked off with bas-ketball games on December 12th in Boyne City followed by Petoskey on December 19th. Harbor Springs and East Jordan will host their games on January 23rd and Charlevoix on February 6th. Pellston will also be added to the schedule soon. Announcements of the games have been distributed to students with the call to action.

According to SAFE’s research, 90% of new smokers begin smoking before age 18 and almost all begin by age 26; hence the creation of the Brown Out Project to raise awareness and promote its anti-tobacco message among area youth.

The Brown Out Project is made possible by

the generous sponsors: Bayside Family Sports Medicine; The Insurance Shop; St. Francis X Federal Credit Union; Lynda’s Real Estate Service; Law Offices of Daniel J. Harris, P.C. Harry Ingleson, II Attorney and Counselor at Law; Van Dam Boats; Eikenhout, Inc.; Then & Now Antiques; The Bank of Northern Michigan; Petoskey Child Health Associates, Inc.; Prime Transport, Inc.; Charlevoix Screen Masters, Inc.; Pat O’Brien & Associates; Dr. Anthony Alessi, Petoskey Family Foot Care; Child Abuse Council; Kathy and Joe Audia; Anonymous Donor.

SAFE encourages everyone, please “Don’t be a Butthead.”

-Submitted by Lindsay Rensel, Susan Pulaski & SAFE in Northern Michigan

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at the twilight’s last gleaming,Whose broad stripes and bright stars

through the perilous fight,O’er the ramparts we watched, were so gallantly streaming?

And the rockets’ red glare, the bombs bursting in air,Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there;

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contributions to keep that endowment whole.”Dr. Oscar E. Remick (1933-2002)

2012 brings in another new year. Have you ever given thought to what our country would look like in 2112?

That’s right 100 years from now. What is your vision for that look and what are you doing to help make that a reality.

Happy New Year to all

By Charlie MacInnisEmmet County Commissioner, District 3

Emmet County’s former ambulance service, Allied EMS, had a popular pro-gram called “Allied Plus.” To become a member of Allied Plus, you paid a small an-nual fee. In exchange, Allied

would cover any out-of-pocket charges for medically necessary ambulance service to the nearest hospital. Allied Plus was created to generate cash for the non-profit organization; it wasn’t an insurance plan.

Last spring, about 1,500 Allied Plus members paid for another year’s membership starting on July 1. A little more than two months later, Emmet County decided to take over the local ambulance business.

The county’s ambulance advisory com-mittee received many calls from Allied Plus members seeking assurances that the program would be continued by the county after Allied was gone. Committee members said that it would. In their haste to please, they made three assumptions: that Allied would turn over to the county money paid in by members; that Allied would also turn over its membership list; and that it was legal.

Two assumptions turned out to be wrong and the third is still being determined.

After Allied went out of business in Emmet County and some contiguous townships on December 31, it sent refunds to Allied Plus members for their remaining, unusable membership period from January through June 2015.

To the community leaders on Allied’s board, it made no sense to turn the money over to Emmet County since Allied Plus was a private membership with no equivalent in the county. Turning over the membership list to the county seemed problematic and maybe a breach of confidentiality, so that wasn’t done either.

Some people involved with the county EMS have pledged to “honor” Allied Plus benefits to former members, but the county board of commissioners has never been asked to approve that pledge. In my opinion, there is nothing to “honor.” Former Allied Plus mem-bers have received a refund. The program no longer exists. No one is owed a special tax-funded discount.

Meanwhile, some former Allied Plus mem-bers have called the county to find out if they

have ambulance service at all, now that they have received their refund checks. They do. Just call 911 and the county ambulance will arrive as fast as ever.

Will the county offer something similar to Allied Plus? I am not sure that it should. County government is different from a private non-profit like Allied. The county’s civil counsel is researching the matter.

Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance and supplemental plans all have different rules, and cover ambulance charges in different ways and in varying amounts. Where would a county insurance plan fit into all of this, presuming it is legal? How do you set rates? The county shouldn’t make (or lose) money on any such deal.

Meanwhile, the total cost of the new am-bulance service to taxpayers remains a big unknown. A final estimate for the building now well under construction on M-119 still has not been determined. It will certainly be far higher than early ballpark estimates – maybe double. I have seen no cost estimates for two more proposed EMS buildings, a small one in Mackinaw City and a major headquarters in or near Petoskey. They aren’t in the design phase yet and land has not been purchased.

The total cost of buildings, ambulances and equipment will likely exceed the $3 million that’s been set aside – maybe by as much as 50 percent.

There are enough moving parts to make it difficult to accurately forecast first-year rev-enues and expenses for the new operation. They could end up somewhere in the vicinity of the $2.9 million budget estimate, but maybe not: the revenue forecast includes $92,000 from a county insurance plan that doesn’t currently exist.

Emmet County is committed to providing excellent ambulance service to its residents and adjacent neighbors. Over-budget spend-ing because of hasty and inadequate planning is unfortunate and could have been avoided, but when you call 911 and a brand new ambu-lance with a well-trained crew arrives at your door, the county budget will be the last thing on your mind.

(Charlie MacInnis is Emmet County Com-missioner for District 3 which includes the City of Harbor Springs, Little Traverse Township and small portion of Bear Creek Township. He can be reached via email: [email protected])

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“One of the programs we are developing is Community First Responders, a township based offering. Seniors may call in and request help with things like changing a light bulb, shov-eling a porch, or picking up a prescription and our office will call a volunteer in their town-ship to assist with that.

“By keeping it in a small geo-graphic area, volunteers and members will be more likely to know each other, be more

able to assist in a timely fash-ion and be able to develop an on-going relationship that will help lessen the social isolation some of our seniors face. In the future we are looking to have a volunteer driver program that will provide the much needed service of transportation for appointments,” Kramer said.

“We are a program that grew out of an increasing national ‘village’ movement that recognizes people do much better if they can stay in familiar surroundings as

they get older, among friends and family, and with the com-munity support that aids them with housekeeping, home maintenance, healthcare and social interaction,” Kramer added. “Community Connec-tions is being started under the umbrella of Presbyterian Villages of Michigan, with fi-nancial support from the Luella Hannan Foundation. The first program of this group was ur-ban and started in the greater Midtown area of Detroit; our initiative will be the rural pilot

project with a grant from the Thome Memorial Foundation. This first grant is $50,000, and membership fees, along with fundraising efforts, will help us continue the program beyond that.”

Local launch committee members include Mary Cath-erine Hannah, Gary Stewart, Jody Ewbank, Gene Reck, Terry Ozenburger, Kathryn Breigh-ner, Rachel Smolinski, and Greg Borgman.

“This is an exciting pros-pect for seniors in the Harbor

Springs area and I am excited to be in on the ground floor,” Kramer said. “In many ways, it is an extension of the com-munity connections we already have in our town and sur-rounding area; this validates the feeling of responsibility we share in making our town a truly wonderful place to live and grow old.”

There are no income guide-lines for joining Community Connections of Greater Harbor Springs and while the services are directed at those communi-

ty members aged 62 and older, families who are interested in getting their parents or other loved ones involved are most welcome.

The initiative’s launch event is January 29 from 2-5 p.m. in the Community Connections of Greater Harbor Springs of-fice, located in Fairview Plaza.

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Harbor Active classes will generally be 90-minute ses-sions offered at the Harbor Springs Library with the first session on How to Tweet Like a Pro on January 21st. Topics covered in future classes will include social media trends, Facebook, sales, and reputa-tion management through digital media.

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Edward John Gray, 84, passed away on Janu-ary 17, 2015, at his home in Notre Dame, IN, following an illness.

Ed was born in Chicago on June 28, 1930, to George P. and Helen Sheehan Gray, who along with a sister, Mary Helen, preceded him in death. His family moved to Evansville, Indiana in 1944, where he attended Reitz Me-morial High School, graduating in 1948. He then enrolled in the University of Notre Dame and graduated in 1952. While attending Notre Dame, he met the love of his life, Mary Jane McKeon, a Saint Mary’s student.

Ed served as an officer in the U.S. Navy from 1952 until 1955, which included a year-long, round the world tour of duty on the destroyer, Kula Gulf 108. Upon his return, he and Mary Jane were married in Chicago, on July 2, 1955. He then enrolled in Notre Dame Law School, graduating in 1958. He was a partner at Barnes & Thornburg for nearly 40 years and felt fortu-nate that he had a career that he loved.

Mary Jane and Ed bought a home in Birch-wood in Harbor Springs in 1984. They loved Harbor Springs and eventually moved there year around. They took up golf and skiing (be-coming avid but average skiers and mediocre golfers). They loved the Birchwood Golf and Country Club where Ed served as a director and treasurer of the club for six years. Ed was very active in the financial affairs of the club and took on a leadership role in numerous litigation matters. Ed and Mary Jane moved back to South Bend in 2008 to be closer to their family

Ed and Mary Jane have six children and fourteen grandchildren, all of whom survive and will miss him greatly. Quite simply, Ed was a good man. He was devoted to Mary

Jane, his wife of 59 ½ years, his children and their families. Some of the family’s favorite memories are from the summers they spent at Eagle Lake, swim-ming, racing sailboats and enjoying family life. Ed was a lifelong Chicago Cubs fan and also enjoyed watching Notre Dame sports. Ed loved reading, hugs, crossword puzzles, great food, candy, Old Fashions at cocktail hour, looking out at their flower garden and traveling. He thrived on great conversation, enjoyed discussions and debates that were deep and meaningful.

Ed loved people and always knew that fam-ily and friends came first. Throughout his life people sought out Ed for his advice, wisdom and guidance. He was a role model and men-tor to many, and performed acts of kindness regularly. Ed and his family are grateful that so many people made the effort to call, write or visit these past few weeks to thank him and tell him how much they loved and admired him.

Ed’s body has been donated to the Indiana University School of Medicine. Services for Ed will be on Saturday, January 24, 2015. A Me-morial Mass will be held at noon at St. Joseph Chapel at Holy Cross College. Visitation with the family will be an hour before the mass. A celebration of his life will be held immediately after from 1:00 – 4:00 p. m. at Andre Place in Holy Cross Village.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The CASIE Center, 533 N. Niles, S.B. 46617 or South Bend Heritage Foundation, 803 Lincol-nwayWest. S.B 46616.

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I took a bit of a header last week and I was basically housebound for the week-end, so I had far too much time to think (never a good thing if you ask my husband.) Between seeing a bunch of photos of the early days of the ski hills and the running of the Moose Jaw, I became very nostalgic for so many people and places that are no longer with us.

You know my favorite thing about the Moose Jaw? The fact that it was the brainchild of a bunch of guys who were just sitting around talking and they came up with the idea. It didn’t require committees or months of meetings, they just took an idea and ran with it. When they ran into issues, they solved them. When it got bigger, they adjusted. For 50 years, this has been THE big winter event for so many people; that is a success story from which we can all learn.

The running of the safari always makes me think of the smile of Eddie Swiss. Eddie died in a crash in 2001 and will be remembered each year

by those who knew him. Jerry Hoffman, my father-in-law Bob Zumbaugh, Keith Price; there are so many faces that pop in my head when I think back of the early Moose Jaw outings. I think of my mother; I don’t think the woman was ever on a snowmobile, but she loved watching them go by. In the early years, the safari went through my parents prop-erty, right up the driveway. My brother told me recently that was my mother’s idea/demand. They were planning to go through the field, but she wanted to be able to see them and each year she would sit at her table and count the sleds, looking for people that she recognized.

Thinking about the early days of the safari made me wistful for (no offense intend-ed by this term) dive bars. The earlier days at the Lark’s Lake Bar, playing the table games at the Crow Bar, Sunday jam sessions at the Douglas Lake Bar; I understand why these places had to change and I can certainly attest that they are nicer and definitely cleaner and safer places now, but there is an ambiance (or lack thereof) that I miss from places in those days.

We had a burger at Bar Har-bor on Saturday night and it was very good, but looking around, I had to chuckle and wonder what George and Carl McKinney would think

of the place now. It’s so very different (and sorry, Jeff, but I still miss the jar of pickled bologna on the bar and the pinball machine.)

I can’t imagine Deacon serving dinners at the Lark’s Lake Bar and I remember sharing a bathroom stall with a very large frog one after-noon at the Douglas Lake Bar.

Most of those places used to be bars that served some food. Now they are restaurants that serve drinks. Sometimes to survive you have to change with the times.

Very happy that the week-end was a safe and successful one and here’s to another fifty years.

Happy to report that Janey

Thorpe is back in town and now at Bay Bluffs for some rehab. Janey was involved in a very bad car accident a couple weeks ago, leaving her with a broken foot, both knees and a hip. After a couple surgeries, she is on the mend and happy to be back in town.

We need to send some con-dolences out to several area families. To the families of Virginia Allerding, Maryanne Huminski and Larry Niswan-der, we send our thoughts and prayers. We’re also thinking of Sally Frisbey, who lost her mother over the weekend.

On a happier note, let’s also remember some birthdays this week. On Thursday, Janu-ary 22nd, Happy Birthday to

Bruce Carlson, Happy 1st of Avery Smolinski, to my won-derful mother-in-law, Mae Hilliker and to everyone’s favorite bread lady, Jib Liska. On Saturday, January 24th, Happy Birthday to Marilyn Kors and Kathy Bodzick and on Sunday to Ken Fowler, She-li Young and a very Happy 3rd birthday to Clete Fisher. On Monday, January 26th, Happy Birthday to Colleen and Larry McRoberts (I love the idea of marrying someone with whom you share a birthday) and on Tuesday to Perry Irish Hodgson. Finally, we’ll end the week on Wednesday with Happy Birthdays on January 28th to Karen Bradley, Rick Major and Greg Smith.

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Kruzel, owner of Moose Jaw Junction. “Falling on a holiday weekend it really helps, you get all the local traffic plus the vacationers and holiday people up here for the week-end. It was definitely the best we’ve ever had.”

“If I had to estimate we probably had a total of 800 sleds come through here. I think they had 500 or 600 over at the Township Hall but we got all the other traffic too,” Kruzel added. “The weather was fabulous. We could have used a little more snow on the trails, they got knocked off pretty quick. With the warm temperatures we saw a lot more families because the kids were able to sit outside and it wasn’t as bad.”

“It was a good crowd, there were no issues at all. the nice thing was the trails were good enough that people were bouncing around hit-ting other locations which was beneficial for the whole area up here,” said Kruzel. “It was good, the Harbor Springs Snowmobile Club did a phe-nomenal job.”

“Thanks to all who, attend-ed the 50th Annual Moose Jaw Safari, worked behind the scenes, and/or supported by donations of time, money, or just plain hard work,” said Curnow. “I’ve been involved since 1971...and this was the was the absolute BEST!”

-Mark Flemming and Charles O’Neill contributed to this article

50th Moose Jaw turned out to be one of the best-CONTINUED from page 1.

Jim Harrington of the Straits Striders Ski Club and Dennis McDermott, Department of Natural Resources Parks and Recreation Supervisor at Petoskey State Park stand next to a snowmobile donated to the State Park by the Straits Strid-ers Ski Club of Northern Michigan. The park has begun to groom some trails for classical and skate skiing. Parking can be found at the campground check in building about a half mile into the park. A recreation passport is required for entry and is good for year round use of the park. Self-service Passports can be purchased at the first check-in station. According to Dennis McDermott, “We are excited to begin grooming and very thankful to the Straits Striders for their donation. The trails are shaping up very nice and provide a wonderful opportunity to get out, stay fit and enjoy our beautiful winters in Northern Michigan.” (Courtesy photo)

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MASS SCHEDULEHo ly Childhood of Jesus Church,

Harbor Springs Saturday 5:00 pm; Sunday 8:30am & 11am; Tuesday 6 pm; Wednes-day-Friday 8:00 am (Thursday 10 am Bay Bluffs Care Center)

Ho ly Cross Church Cross Village Monday and Wednesday 8:30 am and 1st Friday at 8:30 am Saturday 4 pm

St. Nicholas Church Larks Lake Sunday , 11:00 am

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St utsmanville Chapel • Sunday Worship: 9:30 am and 11:00 am • Primary & Adults Sunday School: 9:15am • Daniel Vandock, Pastor • 526-2335 • 2988 N. State Rd.

Ma in Street Baptist Church 544 E. Main St, Harbor Springs • 231-526-6733 (Church); 231-526-5434 (Pastor) • Family Sun-day School: 10:00 a.m.; Morning Family Worship: 11:00; Evening Family Praise Svc 6:00 p.m.; Wed Bible Study & Prayer: 7:00

Ha rbor Springs United Methodist Church 343 E. Main St. • Worship, Sunday school:11:00 a.m. Com-munion: 1st Sunday of month • Pastors Hillary & Vaughn Thurston-Cox • 231-526-2414 (church) www.umcharborsprings.com

Fi rst Presbyterian Church Worship 10:00 am Adult Education, 8:50 Children’s Sunday School, 10:00 526-7332 7940 Cemetery Rd, Harbor Springs www.fpchs.org

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Petoskey

Services at Red Sky Stage (445 E. Mitchell in Petoskey) beginning in November 1st, 2nd and 3rd Sun-days of the month at 11 a.m. www.unitarianpetoksey.org

Zion Lutheran ChurchServices: Sunday Worship – 8 & 10:30 AMMonday Night Informal Worship – 7:07 PM500 W. Mitchell St.Petoskey, MI 231-347-3438Preschool: 231-347-2757

Worship, Nursery, Junior Church: 11:00 • Communion: 1st Sunday of month • Bible Study: Pastor-led Bible Study at 3:00 p.m. Wed • Pastor, Kathy Cadarette

St. John’s Episcopal ChurchJune 19 - Sept. 4Sunday Services:8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.West Third/Traverse St.All Welcome

St. John’s Episcopal ChurchJune 16 - Sept. 1Sunday Services:8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.West Third/Traverse St.All Welcome

The 11th Annual Harbor Springs Area Chili Cook-Off set for Sunday, Feb. 15, delivers a hot and spicy time during the wintery days of Northern Michigan. Amateurs and food-service professionals alike compete in this 11th annual cooking contest. The event is held at Stafford’s Pier Restaurant and is spon-sored by the Harbor Springs Area Chamber of Commerce, which is open to everyone to participate and/or attend! Space is limited and the event is expected to sell out again. Come and taste the area’s best chili and vote for your favorite!

People’s Choice Awards go to 1st & 2nd Place in each category. Winners walk away with cash prizes, trophies, and serious bragging rights.

Admission: $12 for adults and $5 for children (8-12 years old). Plus, beer & drink specials available.

The event is partnering once again with the Harbor Springs Food Pantry to help keep the shelves full throughout the winter. Everyone attending the Chili Cook-Off is encouraged to bring non-perishable items for donation. Food, cleaning supplies, paper products, toiletries, and even pet food, is greatly ap-preciated.

Visit www.visitharborspringschamber.com for more info or join the event onFacebook for photos, receipts and more!

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Week’s Low: Tues, Jan 20, 2FWeek’s High Sat, Jan17, 37F

The bitter cold we experi-enced last week did let up somewhat although we seem to be in a fluctuating situa-tion. Over the weekend on Saturday the temperature hit a “balmy” 37 degrees making a great day for the Moosejaw and the skiers on the slopes and cross country ski trails. We also had a couple of bright sunny days which help to make show off the beauty of northern Michigan in the winter. Predictions for the rest of the week are for chances of snow showers on a daily basis but no big storms. Enjoy

Burger NightAmerican Legion Post 281, Harbor Springs, will host a $7.00 Burger Night on Thursday, January 22 from 5:30 to 7:00 pm at the Legion Hall., corner of Third and State St in downtown Harbor Springs. The public is welcome.

Stork ReportA daughter, Emma Rose, was born to Erin (Newbury) Hogan and Michael Hogan of Charlotte, NC. on Wednesday, January 7, 2015, weighing 6 lbs 19 0z. Emma Rose is their first child. Cliff and Dawn Newbury are the grandparents and this is their first grandchild. Great-Grandmother is Sharon Thornton and Great-great grandmother is Pauline Termening. Emma Rose will be the center of attention as all her relatives get to spend with her in the coming months. Sharon is planning to make a trip to get acquainted with her very soon.

Graduate NewsLeah Bartz, a freshman at Lake Superior State University was named to the dean’s list for the 2014 fall semester. To make the dean’s list, students must achieve a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Leah is majoring in Computer Science and is a graduate of Harbor Springs High School. She is the daughter of Teresa Bartz and Curt Bartz of Harbor Springs.

Sk8 ParkAt the Harbor Springs Sk8 Park. A Community Sledding night at Kiwanis Park is planned for Sat Jan 24 from 5pm to 8 pm weather permitting. A winter themed community night with food, prizes, games, crafts and sledding. Contact the Sk8 park at 231-526-0610 for more information.

Ski Team Fundraiser DinnerThe Harbor Springs Ski Team is hosting their annual Italian Dinner Fundraiser at Nub’s Nob in Harbor Springs Friday, Janu-ary 30, 2015 from 5 to 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 each and include spaghetti, lasagna, salad, roll, cookie and soda. A cash bar will be available. Tickets may be purchased from any Harbor Springs Ski Team member, at Nub’s Nob the night of the event, or by emailing [email protected]. The proceeds from this event will help offset coaching, equipment and other costs.

Chamber’s Chili Cook-Off set for Sunday, Feb. 15

The constellation of the great serpent has set and the earth has donned its heaviest winter blanket of snow, which means it’s storytelling time at the Headlands International Dark Sky Park in Mackinaw City. This afternoon and evening program is designed for the outdoor adventurer who wants to take a snowshoe hike to the stars.

Joe Mitchell, local tribal member and teller of native tales indigenous to the area, will present his craft at the Headlands Snowshoe and Storytelling event from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24.

“Storytelling traditions are a beautiful way to explain the geographic peculiarities where they originate,” said Headlands program di-rector Mary Stewart Adams. “For example, the aboriginal people of Australia have a specific mood and manner in their stories, as do the Nordic tribes of Northern Europe, and else-where throughout the world. We are fortunate to have gifted tellers in the local tradition to weave the wonder of weather and mystery into the mood of the season.”

Program is free and open to the public, and reservations are not required. A limited number of snowshoes will be provided, to-gether with light refreshment, a crackling fire and stories to warm you through the season.

Please plan to bring your own snowshoes for this event, as only a limited number will be available to borrow.

Naturologist Maureen Stine will guide the snowshoe hike through the beautiful and beautifully groomed trails of Headlands, lead-ing on to the bonfire where Mitchell will share stories under the stars. Program will be both indoors and out, and guests should dress for weather. Follow the signs for parking.

This event takes place just past January’s New Moon, when skies are darkest and stars are at their most brilliant, especially the region of the mighty hunter Orion.

If you have questions about the program, call Adams at (231) 838-8181 or email [email protected].

2015 Dark Sky Park Program schedule now available!

Emmet County has finalized the 2015 program calendar for Headlands! It includes monthly programs covering a range of astro-nomical topics and celestial insights, plus some exciting observation opportunities and guest speakers. Check out the schedule on the county web site: www.emmetcounty.org/darkskypark/

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Tuesday, January 27 2015, at 10 am marks Crooked Tree Arts Center’s January install-ment in the popular Coffee @ Ten lecture series. “New Orleans and Beyond: the Story of Jazz” will be presented by musician and CTAC’s Asst. Director of Music Education, Kevin Richardson.

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the basket and we really needed that from her. Harmony was good all around and especially tough as she fought through having to play extended minutes with Shallon and Libby in foul trouble. Haley and Alexa were both very clutch down the stretch, taking care of the ball and knocking down free throws. Jessica Worm and Zoey Bezilla were very good in slowing down the Charlevoix team speed. Libby’s offensive rebound put back gave us our first lead of the second half. Mikayla Dickinson, even though she did not score in this game, contributed with her rebounding and zero turnovers.”

Boys Varsity BasketballFriday, January 16 Harbor Springs at CharlevoixCharlevoix 61, Harbor Springs 37Scoring: Michael Erxleben 10 points; Mark Leonard eight points.

Coach Adam Wood: “Tonight was a great struggle for us on both ends of the floor. Charlevoix came out the aggressor and we reacted very poorly to their pressure. It is very hard to simulate the intensity of a varsity game in practices, and we were not prepared. On top of that, we couldn’t put the ball in the basket and struggled to find our man on defense. We are not a big team so we have to shoot well and we just haven’t been. We ultimately just have to make shots to give ourselves a chance. Defensively I put responsibility on my shoulders to ingrain in them our expectations. We very simply have to get better.”

Middle School Girls BasketballMonday, January 19 @ East JordanCoach Katie Wilson: “Monday night the Harbor Springs Middle School girls’ basketball teams started their season with a bang. We took on the East Jordan Red Devils in East Jordan.

The Rams team took the floor first and finished the game with a big win 31-6. The first half was a little shaky, but they definitely got their confidence back in the second half. Alexa Oldman came alive in the 3rd and 4th quarters finishing with 16 points. Kara Adams was also a tremendous help offensively and defensively ending the game with seven points.

The 8th grade team was the last to play and defeated the Devils 41-8. Tough defense and seeing the floor was what got them the win. This group of girls does not let up on a team. They play their hardest from tipoff to the end. Madi Bezilla lit up the place scoring 19 points. Allison Fought was right along side her finishing with 10. Our next game is Wednesday, Jan 21, at home vs Boyne City. The first game starts at 4:30.”

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Cross country skiers can gather each week at Nub’s Nob for the Nordic Ski Series fun, community, and skill building in mind. Happening every Wednesday night, this midweek staple offers a great reason to get out of the house and on the trails.

“At Nub’s Nob we have 21 kilometers of groomed nordic trails which we are happy to see utilized for the Nordic Ski Series. Our hope is that more people will discover this life-long sport and make some new friends in the process,” said hiring manager of Nub’s Nob, Ben Doornbos.

Whether you’re an avid racer or first-timer, the Nor-dic Ski Series offers you a fun opportunity to improve your skills and get together with fellow ‘skinny’ skiers. Each weekly session will start with a

skill demo and drills followed by an optional, non-guided trail ski so that skiers can improve their efficiency and refine their technique no mat-ter their ability level in a non-competitive atmosphere.

Skiers will be self-divided into two groups: beginner/intermediate and advanced. Josh Baker of The Outfitter of Harbor Springs will lead the beginner/intermediate group and Jim Harrington of Madshus will work with the intermediate/advanced group.

“I can think of no better way to improve skills, get great exercise in the fresh winter air and benefit from expert guidance at the same time. Jim Harrington of the Straits Striders XC Ski Club shares his skills with the more advanced participants and his knowl-

edge with all; his enthusiasm for the sport is contagious,” said Harbor Springs resident and Nordic Ski Series partici-pant Julie Anglim.

The series ends on March 11, alternating each week between classic and skate ski-ing. Skiers can attend any/all weekly sessions that fit their schedules. Registration is required and gear rentals are available both at The Outfitter of Harbor Springs and Nub’s Nob. Skiers should meet at 6:00pm outside the locker room by the purple chair for the skills clinic (20-30 min-utes) with the non-guided group ski to follow. There is no fee for the instruction but a nordic ski pass is required; Nub’s Nob is offering passes for $8 at 50% off the regular rate.

“Knowing that there will be

a group of like-minded indi-viduals interested in improv-ing Nordic skiing skills - as a group on a beautiful Northern Michigan night - is motivating and encouraging,” Anglim said. “The tips and technique presented by the experts from The Outfitter are extremely helpful. Following the skills review, the opportunity to ski the beautifully groomed and illuminated trails at Nub’s is pure joy.”

The Nordic Ski Series is pre-sented by Nub’s Nob and The Outfitter of Harbor Springs and sponsored by Nub’s Nob Winter Sports School, Bayside Family and Sports Medicine, Toko and Madshus.

To register and for infor-mation about the Nordic Ski Series, visit outfitterharbor-springs.com or call 231-526-2621.

Harbor Springs sophomore Noah Erxleben (14) goes up for a shot over Pick-fords Derrick Edington (23) during the fourth quarter of the Monday, January 12 Rams Panthers matchup. (Photo courtesy Kevin Johnston)

Upcoming Sporting Events Varsity Boys Basketball: Fri, Jan 23 home vs Elk Rapids 7:00; Tues, Jan 27 @ Grayling, 7 pm; Fri, Jan 30 home vs East Jordan, 7pmJV Boys Basketball: Thurs, Jan 22 @ Elk Rapids, 7 pm; Tues, Jan 27 @ Grayling, 5:30 pm; Thurs, Jan 29 @ East Jordan, 7 pmGirls Varsity Basketball: Fri Jan 23 home vs Elk Rapids 5:30; Tues, Jan 27 Home vs Grayling, 7 pm; Fri, Jan 30 home vs East Jordan, 5:30Girls JV Basketball: Thurs, Jan 22 @ Elk Rapids 5:30.; Tues, Jan 27 home vs Grayling, 5:30; Thurs, Jan 29 at East Jordan, 5:30Girls MS Basketball: Wed, Jan 21 home vs Boyne City 4:30; Mon, Jan 26 @ Kalkaska, 4:30; Wed, Jan 28 home vs Elk Rapids, 4:30.Harbor Springs Rams Skiing: Thurs, Jan 22 at Boyne Mtn, host Boyne City, 5:00 pm; Thurs, Jan 29 @ Nubs Nob, Host Harbor Springs, 5 pmMiddle School Skiing: Tues, Jan 27 Nubs, host Petoskey 4 pm; Tues, Feb 3 at Nubs Nob, host Harbor Springs 4 pm.

Middle School Ski Team Race ResultTuesday, January 13 at Nubs NobThe Harbor Springs and Petoskey Ski Teams hosted their first official meet of the season at Nubs Nob on Tuesday, January 13, competing against some tough teams from the Traverse City area.

The Harbor Springs sixth grade boys took First place with 27 points. Grant Richardson led the pack in 4th place and Ian Davis on his tail in 5th. Robbie Gillette 8th and Luke Baker 10th. Other notable Harbor Springs finishers were Noah Cro-ton 19th and Liam Ransford 21st. Petoskey sixth grade boys took second with 51 points. Jack Cockfield was 9th, William Pizzuti finished 11th, Michael Iverson was 15th and Gavin Dryer finished 16th.

The Petoskey sixth grade girls finished second behind a Traverse City Team with 47 points. For Petoskey it was Emma

Squires finishing 4th, Emma Lindwell in 10th and Ainsley Hellens finished 13th. Team requirements were not met for the Harbor Springs sixth grade girls (you score 4 racers and they only had 2 competing on their team). Notables for Har-bor Springs were Brianna Goldsmith taking 3rd and Hailey Tippet 8th.

The Harbor Springs 7th and 8th grade girls finished second behind a visiting Traverse City Team. Frannie Kelbel led the race for the 7 & 8th grade girls with a 1st place victory, followed by Evie Gaver in 10th, Mackenzie Gillette 11th, and McKayla Gillette 15th. Marley Shepherd was 18th and Sophie Cranny finished 25th. The winning team from Traverse City finished with 27 points, Harbor Springs second with 37 points and Petoskey was third with 46 points. A notable from Petoskey was Emma Makela who finished in 2nd place.

The Harbor Springs 7th and 8th grade Boys had a great day as well with a First Place finish and 25 points. Dean Cameron led the boys in 1st, followed by Andrew Truman 5th, Cole Hoff-man 6th, Ian Whitman 13th and Harrison Luplow 25th. The Petoskey Boys were in second place with 43 points, Nathaniel Wurster finished 8th, Gabe Rothman was 10th, Aleks Martusiuk was 11th and Gabe Meyerson finished 14th.

For complete results, http://www.live-timing.com/race2.php?r=141093.

-Submitted by Tom Trautman

Harbor Springs Ski team Lake Michigan Conference Meet at Schuss MountainThursday, January 15In giant slalom, Harbor Springs girls’ team placed first overall with 19 points, with five Rams finished within the top five: Tia Esposito placed first overall in 58.53; Maddy Fuhrman finished second in 58.64; Isabel Gracy was seventh, Robyn Dendel,, ninth; Demi Trabucchi 10th. Sadie Cwikiel took second on her first run but missed out on her second run, for a 31st place. Boyne City placed second with 32 points.

In Slalom, the Harbor girls placed first, earning 18 points; Elk/St Francis was second with 31. Esposito led Harbor with a third place finish in 1:22.58; followed by Alexa Wespiser, fourth; Trabucchi, fifth; Cwikiel, sixth; Fuhrman, seventh; and Dendel, 12th

The Harbor Springs boys took second in the giant slalom with 21 points, edged out by Elk/St Francis with 20. John Bailey took second place with a 51.92, while teammates Matthew Fought, Sam Bailey and Thomas Kelbel finished fifth, sixth and eighth places respectively. Nick Mogford finished in 11th place for Harbor. In the Slalom, Harbor finished in fourth place with 50 points; Elk/St Francis won with 23.5 points, Grayling was second, Boyne City third. Fuhrman finished first overall in the event with a time of 1:04.96 for Harbor; John Bailey took third and Sam Bailey, 15th

Girls Varsity BasketballFriday, Jan 16 Harbor Springs @ CharlevoixHarbor 51, Charlevoix 49Scoring: Shallon Grawey 15; Harmony Lang 12; Perry Bower nine; Haley Rushing seven; Alexa Jensen-Philbrick six; Libby Sylvain two. Sorry, no other available stats.

Coach Tom Brogger’s Comments: “A great win, against a Conference rival and on the road. I felt we were two evenly matched teams. They were a little quicker and we had a little more height. It was a back and forth first half that ended with us down by three. That deficit grew to minus seven late in the third quarter and that’s where Perry scored six straight points to bring us back to basically even. I thought this was a huge momentum shift in our favor and came at a time when the game could have gotten away from us. In the final quarter the game remained close, then with about two and a half minutes to go, we finished a pretty good stretch of near perfect free throw shooting that put us up by six. The final two minutes that followed would be our stall versus their attacking defense and fortunately for us we were composed just enough to finish it out. As already mentioned, Perry had a huge impact getting us back in the game. Shallon played very aggressive around

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(Left to right) Marlee Shepherd, Makenzie Gillette, Frannie Kelbel and Evie Garver are all smiles at their first home Ski Meet. (Courtesy photo)


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Public NoticeCity of Harbor Springs Amendment

To Harbor, Waterfront and Marina Rules and Regulations

(Approved by Harbor Commission July 16, 2014)(Approved by City Council July 21, 2014)

(Published in the Harbor Light July 23, 2014)

Rule C.11 of the Harbor, Waterfront and Marina Rules and Regulations, is amended and restated to read as follows:

“11. Mandatory Occupancy Requirement. The slip or mooring assigned shall be used as the pri-mary slip or mooring for one (1) vessel owned by the permit holder. Unless approved in writing by the City Manager, if the permit holder does not occupy the assigned slip or mooring with the permit holders vessel more than twenty-nine (29) of the nights be-tween June 28 and August 15 during the rental pe-riod season, it shall be deemed a violation of these Rules and Regulations, and shall entitle the City to revoke the permit, provided, if a permit holder has sold his or her vessel, and is unable to meet the required occupancy requirements for a rental period season, the permit holder, upon written request to the City Manager, and upon presentation of proof of sale of his or vessel, shall be granted relief from the occupancy requirement for the requested year only. Such relief shall be available only for the seasonal rental period requested by the permit holder.

We hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of an Amendment to the Harbor, Waterfront and Marina Rules and Regulations recommended by the Harbor Commis-sion at a regular meeting held on July 16, 2014, and ad-opted by the City Council of the City of Harbor Springs at a regular meeting held on July 21, 2014.

Al Dika,Mayor Ronald B. McRae, City Clerk

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

January 15, 2015

The City of Harbor Springs Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on January 15, 2015 during its meeting at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 160 Zoll St., Harbor Springs, MI 49740 to consider amendments to the City’s Zoning Code: (1) to regulate the use and density of residential and commercial decks in the City; (2) to amend the Planned Development CBD Overlay section of Zoning Code to allow certain structures to be used in connection with a commercial roof top deck in the PD-CBD District to extend above the top story of a building, subject to Planning Commission and City Council approval; and (3) to amend the provisions of the CBD and Waterfront district to allow, subject to special land use approval, full line restaurants, specialty restaurants and hotels to serve customers outside a building in outdoor space on the ground level of the property where the building for such use is located.

A copy of the proposed zoning ordinance changes will be available at the City Clerk’s office beginning Wednesday, December 31, 2014. Anyone interested in this matter may present comments:

1. In person at the public hearings;2. By mail to the Planning Commission, C/O the City Man-

ager, City of Harbor Springs, PO Box 678, Harbor Springs, MI 49740;

3. By fax to the City Manager at 231-526-6865; or4. By e-mail to the City Manager at

[email protected].

Ronald B. McRaeCity Clerk

City of Harbor SpringSDireCtor of publiC WorkS

The City invites applications from experienced and skilled candidates for the position of Public Works Director.

The Director is responsible for supervision of a dedicated staff of six and the maintenance and improvement of the City’s water and sewer systems, streets, parks, marina, municipal buildings, vehicles and equipment. The successful candidate will have proven skills and experience in each of these areas.

The City seeks candidates with demonstrated qualities of enthusiasm, leadership, technical skills, sound judgment and the ability to inspire team-work and delivery of the required high level of customer service.

Requirements include a minimum of five years experience in municipal wa-ter distribution, storm water and sanitary sewer facilities, Michigan Drink-ing Water Operator certifications, strong interpersonal and communication skills, high levels of organization and motivation, computer skills, CDL and construction vehicle operation and maintenance experience. Planning, budgeting and personnel management and engineering experience are preferred.

A competitive wage (commensurate with experience) and benefit package are offered.

First review of applications will be November 3, 2014. Candidates will be considered until the position is filled. References, criminal background checks, drug screening and physical exams will be required from the se-lected applicant being considered for hire.

A full job description and application can be obtained at Harbor Springs City Hall, 160 Zoll Street, Harbor Springs, MI 49740 or on the City’s website: www.cityofharborsprings.comApplications should be sent to City Manager Tom Richards at the above address or fax: (231) 526-6865

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CITY OF HARBOR SPRINGSCITY COUNCIL MEETING

SYNOPSISJanuary 5, 2015

1. All Council members were present, except Bugera.2. Council approved the December 15, 2014 City Council regular meeting minutes as

read. 3. Council approved bills in the amount of $927,797.20.4. Council authorized the City Manager to obtain architectural and engineering estimates

for the proposed Waterfront Project to improve the Harbormaster Building and con-struct public restrooms.

5. Council, by consensus, approved the following mayoral appointments: Harbor Springs Area Sewage Disposal Authority (3-year terms) Ed Timm Term Ending 07/01/17 Ron McRae Term Ending 07/01/17 Jeff James Term Ending 12/01/17 Harbor-Petoskey Airport Authority (3-year terms) Tom Richards Term Ending 12/01/17 Lakeview Cemetery (3-year terms) Robert Kieliszewski Term Ending 04/30/17 H.A.R.B.O.R., Inc. Al Dika Mayor’s Designee John Cupps Mayor’s Designee Harbor Springs Area Fire Authority Pringle Pfeifer Mayor (Tom Richards & Ron McRae Advisory)

6. Mayor Pfeifer adjourned the meeting at 8:10 p.m.

Ronald B. McRae City Clerk

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Thursday, August 30, 2012

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICECITY OF HARBOR SPRINGS

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALSFebruary 11, 2015

The City of Harbor Springs Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at 5:30 p.m., at the City Council Chambers, 160 Zoll St. Harbor Springs, MI 49740. The purpose of the hearing is to hear a variance request from James Fata, for property located at 435 E. Third Street, Harbor Springs Michigan, an R-1-CZoning District. Mr. Fata is requesting a variance to construct a second story deck attached to the exist-ing home. The proposed deck would be located 4 inches from the front yard line and twelve (12) feet from the west side yard line. The Zoning Administrator has determined that the required front yard set back is twenty (20) feet and the required side yard setback is 13.1 feet, pursuant to Article 6, Section 50.600, 2, c and e. A copy of the application and conceptual building placement plan is available for review during regular business hours at the City Hall, 160 Zoll St. Any person interested in the above stated hearing may be present at said hearing to voice an opinion. Comments may be presented in writing to the Zoning Board of Appeals, c/o Tim Grimm, PO Box 678, Harbor Springs, MI 49740, or VIA FAX at 231-526-6865 prior to the hearing.

Tim Grimm, Zoning Administrator

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WEST TRAVERSE TOWNSHIPREGULAR BOARD MEETING, JANUARY 13, 2015

Regular Board meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.5 members were present.Approved December 9, 2014 meeting minutes.Approved a Credit Card Use Policy ResolutionApproved budget amendments for the 2014-2015 fiscal year.Approved payables and payroll.Next regularly scheduled meeting will be February 10, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.

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TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a mortgage made September 6, 2007 by Rosanna Givens (and/or the Estate of Rosanna Givens) as mortgagor, to St. Francis X. Federal Credit Union, as Mort-gagee, and recorded on September 12, 2007 in Liber 1095 and page 51, Emmet County Records and the entire balance secured by said mortgage having become due and payable by reason of the acceleration provisions contained in said mortgages and the note secured thereby; and on which mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid at the date of this notice principal and interest in the amount of $38,672.98, including interest at 8.25% per annum, and no other legal or equitable proceeding have been in-

stituted to recover the debt or any part of the debt secured by the mortgage; and the power of sale contained in the mortgage having become operative by reason of the default.Notice is hereby given that on THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 2015 at 11:00 o’clock a.m., in the main lobby of the Emmet County Building, 200 Division Street, Petoskey, Michi-gan, that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Emmet is held, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, the premises described in the mortgage, situated in City of Harbor Springs, Township of Little Traverse, Emmet County, Michigan and described as follows:Lots 2 and 3, Block 14, BOGARDUS’ ADDITION TO PELLSTON, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Liber

3 of Plats, Page 28, Emmet County Records, and commonly known as: 6082 Edgar, Pellston, Michigan 49769This sale is for the purpose of satis-fying the amount due and unpaid on the mortgages, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including the attorney fees allowed by law and in the mortgages, and any sums subsequent to the date of this notice to protect its interest in the premises. The length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from date of sale.

Dated: January 15, 2015St. Francis X. Federal Credit UnionMortgagee/Lender2140 M-119Petoskey, MI 49770Kurt M. Kobiljak (P45297)PENTIUK, COUVREUR & KOBILJAK, P.C., Attorney for Mortgagee/LenderPO Box 277Harbor Springs, Michigan 49740(734) 281-7100‘For Love of Water’ (FLOW)

plans program on fracking Jan. 27 in Petoskey

An organization known as “FLOW” - For Love of Water - will hold a program about fracking on Jan. 27, 2015 in Petoskey. It will take place at the Community Building at the Emmet County Fair-grounds, 1129 Charlevoix Ave. in Petoskey. The program begins at 6 p.m.

The presentation is titled, “Horizontal fracking for oil and gas in Michigan: Legal strategies and tools for local communities and citizens.” The Emmet County Planning, Zoning and Construction Re-sources Department invites the public to attend; there is no charge.

FLOW will provide an educational presentation on the nature of oil and gas development in Michigan, with a focus on high volume hydraulic fracturing (“HVHF” or fracking), the associated potential impacts and likely harms to local water and land resources and infrastructure; and an overview of legal strat-egies for local communities to consider in regulating ancil-lary activities, facilities and structures of HVHF.

For more information about this program, contact Planning and Zoning Director Tammy Doernenburg at (231) 439-8998 or email [email protected].

‘Fracking’ program planned for Jan. 27 in Petoskey

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An ordinance to amend Chapter 50 and 60 of Title V and VI of the Code of the City of Harbor Springs, by add-ing new Sections 50.202(17), 50.202(18), 50.206(3), and 50.304 and by re-numbering former Sections 50.202(17) - 50.202(22), 50.206(3) - 50.206(17) and 50.304, and by amending Sections 50.1200, 50.1202(2), 50.1203(3), 50.1302(1), 50.2301(4) and 60.403, therein. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Harbor Springs has studied the existing provisions of the Zoning Code and has considered amendments to the Zon-ing Code (1) to regulate the use and density of residential and commercial decks in the City; (2) to amend the Planned Development CBD Overlay section of Zoning Code to allow certain structures to be used in connection with a commer-cial roof top deck in the PD-CBD District to extend above the top story of a building, subject to Planning Commission and City Council approval; and (3) to amend the provisions of the CBD and WF Districts to allow, subject to special land use ap-proval, full line restaurants, specialty restaurants and hotels to serve customers outside a building in outdoor space on the ground level of the property where the building for such use is located, and has determined that changes to the Zoning Code as proposed are desirable; and, WHEREAS, the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on January 15, 2015, on the proposed amend-ments to the Harbor Springs Zoning Code, including those which are contained in this Ordinance; and, WHEREAS, after said public hearing, on January 15, 2015, the Harbor Springs Planning Commission recom-mended the adoption of the zoning provisions contained in this Ordinance; and, WHEREAS, the City Council has studied this matter, accepts the recommendation of the Planning Commission, concurs therewith, and finds that adoption of provisions of the within Ordinance that amend the Zoning Code is neces-sary for the health, safety and welfare of the City of Harbor Springs; and, WHEREAS, the City Council has also studied the question of decibel limits in the CBD and WF Districts, and has determined that it would be appropriate to make the deci-bel limits in the CBD and WF Districts the same as that for the B-1 District, subject to such more restrictive provisions as are being considered in the Zoning Code for decks and patios, and has determined that such change is desirable; and, WHEREAS, the City Council finds that adoption of provisions of the within Ordinance that amend the City Code is also necessary for the health, safety and welfare of the City of Harbor Springs,NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY OF HARBOR SPRINGS ORDAINS:

Section 1 Chapter 50 of Title V of the Code of the City of Har-bor Springs is hereby amended by adding new Sections 50.202(17) and 50.202(18), and by re-numbering former Sections 50.202(17) - 50.202(22), as follows: “50.202(17) Deck. A non-load bearing outdoor platform without walls or a roof, that is wholly or partially supported from the ground below, and is more than thirty (30) inches above grade, and which may be surrounded by a railing, balustrade, or parapet. A deck can be freestanding or at-tached to a building. 50.202(18) Deck, Roof Top. A deck constructed above any top plate of a structure and which is designed to func-tion as useable outdoor area.”Former Sections 50.202(17) – 50.202(22) are renumbered as Sections 50.202(19) – 50.202(24).

Section 2 Chapter 50 of Title V of the Code of the City of Harbor Springs is hereby amended by adding new Section 50.206(3) and by re-numbering former Sections 50.206(3) - 50.206(17), as follows:“50.206(3) Patio. A level surfaced area adjacent to a prin-cipal building that has an average elevation of not more than thirty (30) inches above grade, and without walls or a roof and usually made of concrete, brick, or other masonry material.”

Former Sections 50.206(3) - 50.206(17) are renumbered as Sections 50.206(4) - 50.206(18).

Section 3 Chapter 50 of Title V of the Code of the City of Harbor Springs is hereby amended by adding new Section 50.304, and by re-numbering former Section 50.304 as follows:

“50.304 Deck or Patio Usage. The following provisions are intended to regulate deck or patio usage to reduce safety concerns, noise and other nuisances, and visual impact on neighboring properties and on the community generally.

(1) Residential Usage. Use of decks or patios for resi-dential uses such as sunning, lounging, and small social gatherings is permitted in all residential districts and in the CBD, WF, B and TR Districts. Use of decks (including roof top decks) or patios for residential purposes in these dis-tricts is subject to the following restrictions: (a) A zoning and building permit for any deck must be first obtained from the City and Emmet County Building Department and is subject to construction of and maintenance of guardrails and other protective features as required by the Emmet County Building Code. (b) Amplified musical instruments are prohib-ited. Any other music or sound that would violate the City’s noise ordinances and restrictions, or would exceed seventy (70) decibels measured at the property line of the property where the deck or patio is located, is prohibited. (c) Lighting shall be shielded and pointed downward and shall not be a nuisance to adjacent proper-ties. (d) Any structure on a deck or patio must be permitted under the Zoning Code.(2) Roof Top Deck Commercial Usage. Use of a roof top deck for commercial purposes may be permitted in the CBD, B, WF and TR Districts but only as a special land use and only as accessory to the principal use permitted for the building, and subject to the following restrictions: (a) Planning Commission approval of the roof top deck usage as a special land use must be first obtained. (b) Any structure on a roof top deck must be permitted under the Zoning Code. (c) The Planning Commission may limit the number of persons using such roof top deck as determined necessary or advisable by the Planning Commission to prevent the City’s noise ordinances from being violated. (d) A building permit for any roof top deck activ-ity must be obtained from the Emmet County Building De-partment and such usage is subject to construction of and maintenance of guardrails and other protective features as required by the Emmet County Building Code. (e) Such usage must be screened from view of adjacent properties and the area proposed for such usage shall not exceed fifty (50%) percent of the total square foot-age of the roof area. (f) Structures for such usage shall be set back at least five (5) feet from the edge of any roof not fronting on a public street or right of way, and at least fifteen (15) feet from the edge of any roof that fronts on a public street or right of way. Mechanical, heating, or cooling equipment or structures that are required by the Building Code as a health or life-safety feature shall not be subject to this set back requirement. (g) The dimensional area of all structures (oth-er than a mechanical, heating, or cooling element or one that is required by the Building Code as a health or life-safety feature) shall not exceed fifteen (15%) percent of the square footage of the total top roof area. (h) Amplified musical instruments are prohib-ited. Any other music or sound that would violate the City’s noise ordinances and restrictions, or would exceed seventy (70) decibels measured at the property line of the property where the deck or patio is located, is prohibited. (i) Roof top deck usage is permitted only be-tween the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m., except for special events approved by the City Council. (j) Lighting shall be shielded and pointed downward and shall not be a nuisance to adjacent proper-ties.” Former Section 50.304 is re-numbered as Section 50.305.

Section 4 Chapter 50 of Title V of the Code of the City of Harbor Springs is hereby amended by amending Sections 50.1200, 50.1202(2), 50.1203(3), 50.1302(1), 50.2301(4), to read as follows:

“50.1200 Uses Permitted. In addition to the general regu-lations to which all buildings and uses are subject as pro-vided in Article 3 of this Chapter, no building or premises shall be used and no building shall hereafter be erected or altered in the CBD, Central Business District, except for one of the uses hereinafter provided. Within the CBD, Central Business District, all uses must be conducted to-tally “within a building”, as defined in Section 50.201(33) of Article 2 of this Chapter, except as provided in Section 50.1202 and 50.1205 of this Article 12.50.1202(2) Hotels and Motels and Condo-Hotels. Sub-ject to special land use approval, a Hotel or Condo-Hotel offering restaurant service to its guests and the public as an accessory use to the Hotel or Condo-Hotel may use a patio or roof top deck for customer seating and service on the property where the Hotel or Condo-Hotel is located without the requirement of providing additional parking.

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50.1202(3) Restaurants, Full Line, and Restaurants, Specialty. [Introduction and subsections (a) through (c) unchanged].

(d) Subject to special land use approval, a Full Line Restaurant or Specialty Restaurant offering restaurant service may use a deck, a roof top deck, a patio or other ground level space for customer seating and service on the property where the Full Line Restaurant or Specialty Restaurant building is located without the requirement of providing additional parking.

50.1302(1) Restaurants, Full Line, and Restaurants, Specialty.[Introduction and subsections (a) through (c) unchanged].

(d) Subject to special land use approval, a Full Line Restaurant or Specialty Restaurant offering restaurant service may use a deck, a roof top deck, a patio or other ground level space for customer seating and service on the property where the Full Line Restaurant or Specialty Restaurant building is located without the requirement of providing additional parking.

50.2301(4) Height and Density Regulations.

[Introduction and subsections (a) through (e) unchanged].

The last sentence of the Section shall be supplemented with the following:

“, provided structures for a commercial use in the CBD PD District may be permitted on a roof top deck of a build-ing to serve the primary principal use of the building or an accessory use, subject to special land use approval by the Planning Commission and the following special re-strictions: (i) No structure shall extend more than forty-nine (49) feet high. (ii) Any structure other than a restroom or mechanical, heating, or cooling element or one that is re-quired by the Building Code as a health or safety feature, or one that is determined by the Planning Commission to be essential to the proposed roof top deck usage, must be one that provides shade or other protection from inclem-ent weather, and must have at least fifty (50%) percent of the side wall areas open, so that the structure is not enclosed.”

Section 5 Chapter 60 of Title VI of the Code of the City of Harbor Springs is hereby amended by amending Section 60.403, to read as follows:

“60.403 Business District Limits. In the CBD, B-1, B-2, C, WF or M-1 Districts, as such districts are defined in Chapter 50 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Har-bor Springs, the noise level from any activity conducted on any premises within any of said districts shall not exceed seventy-six (76) decibels measured at the boundary of the lot or parcel on which such activities take place, subject to any more restrictive provisions as may be otherwise provided in this Code or the Zoning Code.

Where the boundary of the CBD, B-1, B-2, C, WF or M-1 Districts adjoins any residential district, the sound pres-sure level from the activities conducted on the non-resi-dential district property shall not exceed seventy (70) deci-bels measured at the boundary of the residential district or property.”

Section 6 The provisions of this ordinance are hereby de-clared to be severable, and if any clause, sentence, word, section or provision is declared void or unenforceable for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remain-ing portions of said ordinance shall remain in force.Section 7 This ordinance shall take effect ten (10) days after its adoption and publication.

Section 8 A copy of this Ordinance may be purchased or in-spected during normal business hours at City Hall, 160 Zoll Street, Harbor Springs, Michigan. We hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of an ordinance adopted by the City Council of the City of Har-bor Springs at a regular meeting held on January 19, 2015.

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FundraiserThe Harbor Springs Ski Team

is hosting their annual Italian Dinner Fundraiser, on Friday, January 30 at Nub’s Nob from 5-8 pm. The proceeds from this event will help offset coaching, equipment and other costs the team incurs during the season. Tickets are $10 each and include spaghetti, lasagna, salad, roll, cookie and soda. A cash bar will be available. Tickets may be purchased from any Ski team member, at Nub’s Nob the night of the event or by emailing [email protected].

Support homeless animals, while snowshoeing some of the most scenic trails in northern Michigan. Be sure to attend Little Traverse Bay Humane Society’s Grateful Snowshoe Benefit on Sat, Feb 14, from 11 am-2 pm. Three snowshoe trails will be available at the beauti-ful PB&J Farm north of Harbor Springs.There will be a bonfire to make s’mores and drink hot chocolate, and everyone will receive a swag bag full of goodies. A delicious lunch will be available, courtesy of Cathy and Mark Bissell and Janie and Tim Jenkins. Snowshoes will be available courtesy of Bearcub Outfitters. Come walk for a $30 entry fee or get your family and friends to sponsor you. Bring your dog or walk a shelter dog if you don’t have your own. For more information or to register, go to www.ltbhs.com or call 231-347-2306.

Ski EventsNordic Ski Series is presented

by Nub’s Nob and The Out-fitter, every Wednesday night at 6:00 pm. A great way to get outside, gain skills, and meet fellow skinny-skiers. Each weekly session will feature a Skill-of-the-Week (demo and

drills) and a non-guided Trail Ski followed by an optional, informal Time Trial at 7:00 pm and Apres Ski in Nub’s Pub with free hors d’oeuvres at 7:30. Starting January 7, 2015, weekly schedule alternates between classic and skate skiing. Free of charge with a discounted $8 trail pass (or season pass or daily lift ticket). Open to skiers of all abilities and ages 9 years and over. Register for any/all dates that fit your schedule; pre-register to be eligible for weekly gear give-away. To reg-ister and for more info: visit outfitterharborsprings.com or call (231) 526-2621.

Women in the Wild: XC Ski Clinic, will be hosted by The Outfitter of Harbor Springs on groomed trails at Birchwood Farms Golf and Country Club on Thursday, Jan 29 from 10:30 am-12:30 pm. Open to women of all ages who want to improve their classic ski technique and efficiency through drills and a trail ski. Previous x-c ski experience required. Fee is $10 and equipment rentals are available. Limited space and pre-registration required: call (231) 526-2621 or online at outfitterharborsprings.com.

XC Ski Loppet, will be hosted by The Outfitter of Harbor Springs on Sunday, Feb 1. This 32nd annual classic cross country ski tour on 16 miles of groomed trail from Harbor Springs to Cross Village is open to skiers of all ages and abilities. Skiers may opt for shorter mileage by start-ing at aid stations along the way. Loppet ends at the Crow’s Nest restaurant with a celebration of food, drinks, fun and door prizes. Don’t miss this winter tradition unlike any other! Note: classic skis only as trail is not groomed for skate. Ski rentals available. Registration limited to 120 skiers. To register and more info: www.outffitterhar-

borsprings.com. stop in The Outfitter at 153 E. Main Street, or call 231-526-2621.

Ski Wax Clinic, will be hosted by The Outfitter of Harbor Springs on Tuesday, February 10 at 6:00 pm. Learn best techniques for waxing your nordic skis - both grip and glide. Jim Harrington of Straits Striders Ski Club will share tips for mastering this tricky skill. Don’t miss out on learning from an experienced nordic racer. Open to all. Ad-mission: Please bring food items for the Harbor Springs Food Pantry. The Outfitter, 153 E. Main Street in Harbor Springs. For more info: Call (231) 526-2621 or visit www.outfitterharborsprings.com

Snowfest 2015, will be hosted by Birchwood Farms Golf and Country Club with The Outfitter of Harbor Springs on Saturday, February 21 from 12:00-3:00 pm. A free, fun fam-ily event open to the public! Come cross-country skiing or snowshoeing on Birchwood’s groomed trails. Gear in Kids and adult sizes is available compli-ments of The Outfitter. Enjoy a bonfire, hot cocoa and outdoor picnic lunch and build a snow creature contest. For more info:call 231-526-2166 or visit www.birchwoodcc.com

ArtDrink and Draw Wednes-

days, at the Pier Restaurant is held in the Pointer Room from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. It is free but tipping the model is en-couraged. Food and Drink are available for purchase. Some are supplies will be on hand. Spectators are welcome. New this year: Figure Drawing in the Irish Boat Shop breakroom on Sundays from 2:30 to 5:00 pm. There is a minimum tip for the model of $10 and all artists are welcome. Any questions about either event, please call Cyndi at 231-268-8990.

Sturgeon River Pottery, will host an open studio day every Saturday from Jan 10-April 25, 10 am-4 pm as our Michigan/based artists conduct live demonstrations on pottery and tile making techniques. Free, open to the public, no reserva-tions required. Located at 3031 Charlevoix Ave, Petoskey, 231-347-0590.

FilmThe Petoskey Film Theater,

will be showing the Swedish film “As It is In Heaven” on Wed & Fri, Jan 21 and 23 at 7:30 pm at the Petoskey District Library, Carnegie Building, 451 E . Mitchell St, next to Arts Cen-ter) This film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. Dona-tions are appreciated. For more information on upcoming films call the PFT Movie Hotline at 758-3108.

On Saturday, Jan 24, the Peto-skey Film Theater will show the British film, “On a Clear

Day” beginning at 7:30 pm at the Petoskey District Library, Carnegie Bldg, 451 E Mitchell. Downtwon Petoskey. Dona-tions appreciated.

Farmers MarketsHarbor Springs Farmers

Market, has closed for the winter season. The summer market will open on Main St in June. See you there!

Petoskey Winter Farmers Market, is held on Fridays: 9:00 am-12:30 pm at NCMC Student & Community Resource Center (Gym). Stop by and shop . Easy access & parking.

Snowmobile Safety CourseThe first Snowmobile Safety

Course of 2015, will take place on Sat, Jan 24, at the Emmet County Sheriff’s Of-fice substation, 3460 M-119 (Harbor-Petoskey Rd), Harbor Springs. It will take place from 9 am-3 pm. There is no cost for the program. Please call (231) 439-8900 to register between the hours of 8 am and 4 pm, Monday through Friday. Those interested in taking the course must be at least 12 years old. Adults are welcome. Please bring a lunch and a pencil. Class size is limited to 25 students.

Program on FrackingAn organization known as

“FLOW”, For Love of Winter - will hold a program about fracking on Tues, Jan 27 at the Emmet County Fairgrounds Community Building in Peto-skey beginning at 6 pm. The presentation is titled, “Hori-zontal fracking for oil and gas in Michigan: Legal strategies and tools for local communities and citizens.” The public is welcome to attend.

OutdoorsLittle Traverse Conservancy

volunteer Mary Trout, is passionate about sharing her love of birds and is offering a monthly birding series for all ages. Field guides and bin-oculars provided, but please bring your own if you have them.. Programs will be at the Conservancy office and Round Lake Nature Preserve (near the Petoskey State Park) un-less otherwise noted. Program time is 4-5:30 pm. Dates follow with the makeup date in pa-rentheses. This program offers kids an opportunity to discover the intriguing lives of birds, their role in the environment, and connection to the natural world. Through a combination of presentations, stories, nature hikes, fun activities, technology and crafts, kids will explore northern Michigan bird life and more! Dates: Sat, Feb 14 (Feb 17); Tues, March 10 (March 17).

Dark Sky Park EventsThe Headlands International

Dark Sky Park, in Mackinaw City will hold a Snowshoe and Storytelling event, on Sat, Jan 24 from 4:30 to 8:30 pm. Joe Mitchell, local tribal member and teller of native tales indig-enous to the area, will present his craft. Program is free and open to the public and reser-vations are not required. This afternoon and evening program is designed for the outdoor adventurer who wants to take a snowshoe hike to the stars. Naturologist Maureen Stine will guide the snowshoe hike through the groomed trails of Headlands, leading on to the bonfire where Mitchell will share stories under the stars. Program will be both indoors and out, and guests should dress for weather. Please plan to bring your own snowshoes as only a limited number will be available to borrow. Follow the signs for parking. If you have questions about the program, call Headlands program direc-tor Mary Stewart Adams at (231) 838-8181 or email [email protected].

North Central Michigan CollegeNCMC Used Book Sale, will

take place Tues through Thurs, January 27-29 from 9 am until 5 pm in the lobby of the main administration building on the Petoskey campus. The sale in-cludes fiction and non-fiction, self-help, poetry, cookbooks, coffee table books and paper-backs. Proceeds from the sale go to North Central’s Student Emergency Fund, established to help students deal with fi-nancial challenges that impede their ability to complete their coursework. For more info on the book sale or to donate books, contact the NCMC Foundation at 231-439-6218.

North Central Michigan Col-lege’s Luncheon Lecture, on Friday, Jan 30, will look at Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary. The luncheon begins at 11:30 am with the presenta-tion starting at noon in the Library conference room on the Petoskey campus. Russ Green, deputy superintendent and research coordinator, will give an overview of this federal sanc-tuary headquartered in Alpena and operated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Cost for the event is $10 and includes lunch. Reservations are required. Call 231-348-6600 to reserve your place at the table.

North Central Michigan College’s Corporate and Community Education De-partment, is offering a wide variety of winter workshops in Petoskey - from media mes-saging and conflict resolution to the business of farming and online business tips. All workshops will be held on the Petoskey campus. Please reg-ister for workshops in advance to guarantee enough students and materials. For more in-formation or to register, visit www.ncmich.edu/cce2 or call 231-348-6705

North Central Michigan College’s, nursing and al-

lied health faculty will hold monthly information sessions on Thursdays at 4 pm to explain the process for admission into the college’s highly competitive nursing and allied health career program. The sessions will be in Room 347 of the college’s Health Education and Science Center on the Petoskey campus. The sessions will be held on Thursdays: Jan 22, Thursday Feb 19; Thursday, March 19, and Thursday, April 23.. Anyone planning to apply for the nurs-ing or allied health program is strongly encouraged to attend this informational session. The information on prerequisites will be particularly important for those applying for the fall 2015 program.

ChurchesFirst Presbyterian Church

Harbor Springs:Sunday, Jan 25: the Reverend Pat Megregian will preach on Jonah at the 10:00 a.m. worship service The Chancel Choir returns after sev-eral weeks off. Soprano soloist Dore Furstenberg will sing for the offertory, accompanied by music director Peter D. Sims. At 4 pm the church will host an afternoon recital sponsored by the Great Lakes Chamber Or-chestra, featuring duo-pianists Michelle Mitchum and Robin McCarty in the first half of the program, and baritone Peter D. Sims in the second half. A free-will offering will be taken at the door and a reception will follow the concert. For more informa-tion visit www.fpchs.org or call 526-7332. First Presbyterian


The Wedding RingerOkay, the concept is silly and more than a little pathetic; a company that provides best men for socially inept guys who are getting married and who have no close friends. As sad as that sounds and as embarrassed as I am to admit it, this nonsense may have been exactly what I needed and it did make me laugh. Do I think they went too far in some instances? ABSOLUTELY and if you see it, you’ll know ex-actly what scene I am talking about. I can’t go into detail here; this is a family paper.

Doug (Jad Harris) is a nerd who is unbelievably marry-ing the girl of his dreams, but she wants a big wedding and he is stuck trying to find seven guys to stand up with him. He is referred to Jimmy Callahan (Kevin Hart) who owns a company that specifically meets this need; Best Man, Inc. Far fetched? Absolutely, but it does produce some humorous moments. This does turn into a bromance of sorts, as Jimmy and Doug begin to bond and actually care about each other.

In this season of awards, I can assure you that this movie is not going to win any. I was looking for a short movie that wouldn’t tax my brain or make me think or feel; this was just the ticket for that and while I did find some of it way over the top for my taste, it did honestly make me laugh some, too.

Rated R, there is some nudity (topless women and a nude man), lots of profanity, some violence played for laughs and some definite adult/sexual situations. Truly not for children.

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Church is located at the corner of W . Lake and Cemetery Roads and is completely handicap accessible..

Harbor Springs United Church, located at 343 E. Main St in downtown Harbor Springs. Sunday Jan 25 Worship at 11:00 am. 526-2414. Alanson United Methodist Church, 7330 Chicago St, Sun, Jan 25, Worship service at 9 am.

Stutsmanville Chapel, Sun-day. Jan 25: We have two morning services at 9:30 and 11. Childrens’ Sunday Sunday School is held during the first service with adult Sunday School, Children’s church and Nursery held during both ser-vices. AWANA Clubs and Middle & High School Youth Group meet on Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Groups are available for 3 yr olds - 12th grade. All women

and daughters are invited to a Welcome Tea for Stacey Van-dock on Saturday, Jan 31 at 1 p.m Contact the church office at 526-2335 if you’re planning to come.

Crooked Tree Arts CenterThe first Swirl of the New Year

at Crooked Tree Arts Center, will be on Thursday, Jan 22 from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. Michelle Chenard will perform in the galleries, while Twisted Olive provides a plentiful spread of delicious appetizers and wine for sampling. Guests will also get a sneak peek at our two upcoming shows. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 per person the day of Swirl, when available. For more information and to purchase tickets, contact the CTAC at 231-347-4337 or visit www.crookedtree.org. The Crooked Tree Arts Center

is located at 461 E. Mitchell St, downtown Petoskey.

CTAC began their winter 6 week session of classes the week of Jan 12, They offer a variety of classes for all ages. For adult, classes include the Culinary Series; drawing; knit-ting and crocheting as well as a writing workshop; adult ballet and much more. Preschool and youth classes are abundant - something for all ages. Regis-tration and more information can be found online at www.crookedtree.org or by calling 231-347-4337

Music/EntertainmentLittle Traverse Youth Choirs

are holding auditions for young men and women, ages 14 to 19 for The Touring Choir which rehearses Thurs-day evenings 6:30 to 8:00 pm at First Christian Church of Petoskey (Corner of Liberty and Monroe). New singers do not need to prepare an audi-tion piece. Their voices will be evaluated during the rehearsal process. Younger singers, ages 8-13 are invited to join the Little Traverse Treble Choir, rehears-als 6-7 pm at Cross of Christ Lu-theran Church, 1400 E Mitchell in Petoskey. For more informa-tion contact Choir Director, Jamie Platte at 231-881-8857 or by email at [email protected].

LTYC is a program of Voice Without Borders, Inc. a local non-profit organization, which also produces the Children of the World in Harmony Festivals.

Northern Michigan Chorale, is a community chorus; audi-tions are not necessary to join.. Practices for their April 25-26 concerts, “Spring is in the Air” will be held every Monday from 7-9 pm.All area singers are in-vited to join in the joy of singing together. Meeting at Cross of Christ Lutheran Church, 1400 E Mitchell in Petoskey. For more information, please call Tana Baldwin 231-347-2966 or visit nmchorale.org.

The Little Traverse Choral Society, have begun rehears-als for their spring concert series.. Rehearsals begin at 7:00 pm on Tuesdays in the Petoskey High School Choral room. Anyone who would like to join is welcome. Under the direction of David Gladstone and accompanied by Ellen Kendall, the Choral Society will be rehearsing a variety of pieces to be presented on Sat, May 2 at the Harbor Springs Presbyterian Church at 7:30 pm and Sun, May 3 at the Cross in the Woods Catholic Shrine in Indian River at 3:00 pm The Little Traverse Choral Society is a non-audition community choir with emphasis on per-forming quality choral music. For more info, call Jean Fought at (231) 347-3762 or visit www.littletraversechoralsociety.org.

Health and FitnessMary Reilly will offer two

yoga classes on Wednes-days, at the Blackbird School gym through the Harbor Springs Community Schools this winter term starting Janu-ary 14 (late starts ok). Gentle Yoga will be held from 4:15-5:15 (10 weeks/$110) and General Yoga for all levels will be held from 5:30-7 pm (10 weeks/$130). Register through the Community School website or by calling the Community School at 231-526-4842 or call Mary at 526-5041.

McLaren Northern Michigan offers $15 health screen-ings, the first Thursday of every month from 8-10 am at the John and Marnie Demmer Wellness Pavilion and Dialysis Center (820 Arlington Ave, Petoskey). These screenings will be per-formed by the Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Rehabilitation Dept and will offer: BP, Height, weight and body mass index, finger poke blood test, on the spot results and education on reduc-ing cardiovascular disease risk. Fasting is not required. No apt is necessary. For more info call (800)248-6777.

If you don’t have health insurance or your insur-ance does not cover mam-mograms, the Health Dept of Northwest Michigan has appointments available for eligible women age 40-64 for free mammograms. Follow up tests are covered, and treat-ment, if needed, is covered by the Medical Treatment Act. The American Cancer Society rec-ommend women age 40 and up get mammograms every year. Call 1-800-432-4121 for more information.

OrganizationsProgressive Women of Char-

levoix County, will meet Tues-day, January 27 at the Boyne City Public Library in Boyne City. Members may arrive at noon and the speaker will begin at 12:30 pm. Speaker will be Lisa Del Buono, a Climate Reality Presenter for the Citizens’ Cli-mate Lobby. Her presentation is titled “Citizens Taking Action on Climate Change to Create a Livable World for our Children.” Members are invited to brown bag their lunch. The program is open to anyone interested in progressive issues, male or female. Please RSVP by Monday, Jan 26 by emailing [email protected] or calling 231-582-9005.

Kiwanis International, is a global organization of volun-teers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. Harbor Springs Kiwanis meet at noon the second and 4th Wednesdays of the month at Stafford’s Pier Restaurant. Interested potential members are always welcome, no reservations necessary!

Places to GoRaven Hill Discovery Center,

Open to the public from noon

to 4 pm on Saturdays and 2 to 4 pm Sundays or by appoint-ment through the winter. Treat yourself and your family to an afternoon of fun and explora-tion Located between East Jor-dan & Boyne City, just off C-48 at Pearsall Road, the Center helps visitors build connections between science, history and the arts in an interactive learn-ing environment..The Center is the only place in northern Lower Michigan where children and adults can link science, history & the arts with hands-on activities and explorations both indoors and outdoors. For more info call 231-536-3369 or 877-833-4254 or www.raven-hilldiscoverycenter.org

McGulpin Point Lighthouse, One of Emmet County’s most important historic sites, Mc-Gulpin Point Lighthouse and Historic Site, is on 10 acres, a half-mile north of the Head-lands International Dark Sky Park. The address is 500 Head-lands Rd, Mackinaw City

The Harbor Springs History Museum, located at 349 E Main St, is open year round. Our exhibit galleries are cur-rently open every Friday and Saturday from 11 am to 3 pm. Office hours for the Historical Society are Tuesday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. If you’d like to see the exhibits during our office hours, please call the Historical Society to set up an appointment at (231) 526-9771. Be sure to stop in and see our newest temporary exhibit, A Shadow Over the Earth on display until May, 2015. For more information about our upcoming events, please visit us online at HarborSpringsHistory .org and be sure to sign up for our eNewsletter.

Youth ProgramsTeen Club 150, is located in the

newly renovated Holy Child-hood of Jesus Youth Room. Hours this year are Tuesday-Thursday, 3-9 pm. Our entrance is off of Third St and is marked with Club 150 logo on the side of the Holy Childhood building, come in and head downstairs. The club is non-denomination-al and all teens are welcome. For more information call 526-2017, ext 22.

Organizations Northwest Michigan Habitat

for Humanity, Volunteers are the key to unlocking the dream of home ownership for deserv-ing families. Volunteers that are exceedingly skilled are needed to help supervise volunteers on the jobsite. If you have 6-8 hours you can give, you will allow us to move our mission forward faster! Become a skilled volunteer TODAY! Skilled and unskilled volunteers are wel-come to join. Habitat also needs individuals or organizations who are able to donate lunches for the volunteers.. Volunteers need to register for specific volunteer opportunities by call-ing Mandy at 231-348-6926. You can also learn more by visiting www.northwestmihabitat.org/volunteer.

Free Foreclosure Prevention Workshop, Michigan resi-dents, continue to fall victim of

losing their homes. Residents who seek foreclosure preven-tion assistance in northwest lower Michigan can find help with the Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency (NMCAA) Free Foreclosure Prevention Education work-shops are available in NMCAA’s Traverse City, Petoskey, and Cadillac offices. For details or more information, or learn about the workshop, please calllll (231)947-3780 or (800) 632-7334l NMCAA’s website is www.nmcaa.net

LibrariesHarbor Springs Library, Year-

round Library Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri, 10-5; Wed: 10-8; Saturday: 10-1. Closed Sundays. Community Stitch meets Tuesdays at 12:30; help make slippers, scarves, and socks for residents of the Ne-hemiah Project. The Harbor Springs Library offers free high speed WiFi internet access as well as Mac and PC computers available to the public. Library is located in downtown Harbor Springs at the corner of Spring and Main St. Please go to www.harborspringslibrary.org or call (231)526-2531 for more information.

The Mackinaw Area Public Library, main branch in Mackinaw City Library hours are Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 11 am-5 p.; Wed noon - 8 pm; Sat 10-2. For more info call 231-436-5451.The library is located at 528 W. Central Ave in Macki-naw City.

Petoskey District Library, Questions about youth pro-grams may be answered by phoning youth services staff at the library 758-3113 or by visiting the web site at www.petoskeylibrary.org.. Regular Library hours are: Mon-Thurs 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri, Sat, Sun: Noon-5 p.m. Library is located in downtown Petoskey, 500 E Mitchell St. 231-758-3100.

Friends @ the Carnegie, Mon, Jan 26 at 7 pm, Jim Gillespie, Ex-ecutive Director of the Blissfest Music Organization will present Past, Present and Future as he describes the history of this roots music organization, the excitement and challenges of presenting a major annual fes-tival, and developing opportu-nities for the future. All Friends @ the Carnegie programs are held at the Carnegie Bldg, 451 E. Mitchell St, unless otherwise noted. The programs are offered at 7:00 pm on the fourth Mon-day of every month, except May (third Monday) and December (no program).The programs are open to the public and admis-sion is free.

Alanson Public Library: The Alanson Area Public Library’s newly formed book discussion group will meet the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 4 pm, beginning in February 2015. The book to be discussed on February 17 will be Unbroken by Lauren Hillen-brand. Regular Library hours are Mon-Wed 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Thur 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri noon-5 p.m.; Sat 10 am-2 pm. Closed Sundays and Holidays. 548-5465, located at 7631 Burr Ave (Alanson Community Building)



Pictured are Harbor Springs Elementary School students who are among the cast that will present Aladdin Jr. The show is being performed by second through fifth grade students from both Harbor Springs Elementary Schools. The director is Doretta Furstenberg. Aladdin Jr. will be performed on Feb. 6, 7, and 8 at the Harbor Springs Performing Arts Center. Friday and Saturday night at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. (Courtesy photo)

Elementary students to present Aladdin Jr.

Planning Commission/City Council and request approval via a Special Land Use per-mit); and other restrictions.

City Council seemed to have a comfort level with the new ordinance. Mayor Pringle Pfeifer expressed some concern over the noise level allowance, saying she thought perhaps it should be more restrictive than the ex-isting decibel level currently in place.

City manager Richards said it would be somewhat arbi-trary to change the decibel level without actually hav-ing a formal study done. He and city attorney Jim Ramer noted that the existing noise level regulation has been in place for some 20 years. They

also noted that Council could change that in the future if it was deemed necessary.

“We can do a study after the hotel is built and can change (the decibel regulation level) then,” Pfeifer agreed. “We can pick what is right for us (noise level) and pick it after a study has been done.”

Other council members were satisfied that the new regulations were sufficient to move forward.

“I like the new changes. I think it defines the regula-tions,” council member John Cupps, Sr. said.

“I think it is a well-written ordinance,” council member Al Dika agreed.

“It’s good for the city and good for the downtown,”

council member Jeff James said.

The ordinance was ap-proved unanimously.

According to the city man-ager, the hotel project will next return to the Harbor Springs Planning Commis-sion in February for a Special Land Use hearing, which will be a public hearing, and fol-lowing that, subject to Plan-ning Commission approval, the project will come again before City Council. The Feb-ruary Planning Commission meeting will be Thursday, Feb. 19.

(Note: the complete ordinance is published as a municipal notice elsewhere in this issue.)


Council okays outdoor deck regulation; a step in downtown hotel approval process

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Business notes

The Harbor Springs Area Chamber of Commerce An-nual Meeting is planned for Thursday, January 29th, 2015 beginning at 11:30AM at Staf-ford’s Pier Restaurant.

Lunch will be provided free of charge to all members in attendance beginning at 11:30AM.

The Annual Meeting will begin at noon and will feature a presentation of the 2014 Annual Report, an induction of the 2015 Board of Directors and other special presenta-tions from the Chamber Presi-dent, Visitor Bureau, and Com-mittee Chairs.Please RSVP, by calling the Chamber Office at 231-526-7999 or email [email protected].

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Julie Wieman , owner at Mac-Gregor Plumbing & Heating in Harbor Springs recently presented a $500 check to Linda Noll and Nancy Shear of Dress For Chill Project. Dress for Chill Project, part of Eta Nu Charities provides new winter outerwear for 70 to 100 children in the Boyne City area. They provide new coats, snow pants, boot, hats, and mittens to children in No-vember each year. A $500.00 “MacGregor Cares” donation is made each month to a local group, fundraiser or organi-zation. If you would like to nominate a group, fundraiser or organization to be part of

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this program and become a possible recipient of the $500 donation, please visit the MacGregor website at www.MacGregorPlumbing.com .

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January Swirl at Crooked Tree The first Swirl of the New Year at Crooked Tree Arts Center is set for Thursday, January 22 from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm Michelle Chenard will be performing in the galleries, while Twisted Olive provides a plentiful spread of delicious appetizers and wine for sam-pling. Tickets are $15 in ad-vance and $20 per person the day of Swirl, when available.

Contact the Crooked Tree Arts Center at 231-347-4337 or visit www.crookedtree.org.

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