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Downward trend of new COVID-19 cases continued last week in Berrien County PAGE 3 Narcotic seizure, arrest made in New Buffalo Township PAGE 4 Police take real life training into neighborhoods PAGE 5 Sunflower Speech Therapy planting seeds of hope for children to grow PAGE 6

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HEALTH DEPARTMENT, SPECTRUM HEALTH LAKELAND GUIDED BY PRINCIPLES OF STATE’S VACCINATION STRATEGY

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

errien County was continuing to see the downward trend in positive COVID-19 cases last week, Nicki Britten, health officer at the Berrien County Health Department, said during a Facebook Live update with Spectrum Health Lakeland (SHL) Thursday, Feb. 25. Britten said Feb. 25 that the county was “down under about 20 new cases per day.” The percent positivity rate was below 5%. Testing remains at a good level. Kendall Troyer, vice president of quality, patient safety and physician practices at Spectrum Health Lakeland, said Feb. 25 that there were currently 12 COVID-19 positive patients who had been admitted in the hospital. In total, as of Tuesday, March 2, the Berrien County Health Department reported 10,696 confirmed cases and 217 confirmed deaths. There have also been 9,899 30-day recoveries. As of late last week, 34,594 total vaccine doses had been given in Berrien County, with 14,435 vaccine doses being administered by the health department. Last week, the health department administered 1,918 doses. “We’re definitely meeting the benchmark of 90% of vaccine is administered within seven days of receiving it,” Britten said, adding that, a lot of times, it’s “closer to 100%.” As of Feb. 25, Britten said that at least half of those residents who are over age 75 have received a first dose of the vaccine. Beginning March 1, MDHHS announced that agricultural and food manufacturing processing workers, who have working conditions in which social distancing isn’t possible, are eligible for vaccination. The state recently launched a COVID-19 vaccination strategy to get 70% of

Michiganders age 16 and older vaccinated as quickly as possible. The strategy is being guided by the following guiding principles: All Michiganders have equitable access to vaccines; vaccine planning and distribution is inclusive, and actively engages state and local government, public and private partners and draws upon the experience and expertise of leaders from historically marginalized populations; communications are transparent, accurate, and frequent public communications to build public trust; data is used to promote equity, track progress and guide decision making; and resource stewardship, efficiency, and continuous quality improvement drive strategic implementation. Troyer said the health department and SHL have been ensuring all residents have equitable access to the vaccine by being “intentional” in planning and coordinating so “we’re hitting all communities.” Mass vaccination clinics are the way the two agencies get a “high volume” of people vaccinated. An effort has also been made to vaccinate homebound patients, as well as to partner with organizations like the Area Agency on Aging to identify community members who can’t get out of their homes Additional strategies include communitybased clinics, where a partnership has been formed with a community agency (such as a senior center, church or housing community) to do a pop-up clinic there. Partnerships have also helped the two agencies engage state and local leaders, including those from marginalized populations, in the conversation around vaccines Britten said there’ve been partnerships

that have been formed with churches and other community-based organizations as well as additional stakeholders. Community influencers have been engaged since the beginning of the pandemic, such as Traci Burton from Benton Harbor. Troyer said the Center for Better Health was established on a grant by the Michigan Coronavirus Task Force on Racial Disparities. Britten said the two agencies have taken a “multi-pronged approach” to ensure transparency and accuracy as well as to build public trust.

nformation has been posted on websites and social media channels, and connections have been made with the mainstream media, which has covered a “swath of the population.” Direct forms of communication have involved sending fliers to schools to be shared with families. Hotline numbers have also been established by both the health department and SHL. The two agencies have been utilizing the Social Vulnerability Index (SVI) from the CDC as a way to use data throughout the vaccination process and to guide decisionmaking. The SVI can “target outreach to specific zip codes or census tracks that might have higher risk or poor outcomes in any type of disaster,” Britten said. “We know census tracks in Michigan that had the highest SVI also had the highest rates of COVID-19,” she said. “We’re using that data to drive a lot of that decision-making and targeting some of the key places for outreach and for partnerships to make sure we’re getting vaccine out in very meaningful ways in those locations,” Britten added.

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Murdered prison guard laid to rest

BY STAN MADDUX

as a correctional officer in 2009 at the correctional officer fatally stabbed by an inmate at prison on Michigan City’s west side. Indiana State Prison was Lasco was stabbed multiple times laid to rest Monday, March after going over to assist Schmidt, who 1. was being attacked, prison officials said. Lt. Gene Lasco, 57, of LaPorte was Kellems said Lasco was nothing short hailed for running over to help another of a hero for his actions in a line of prison guard being stabbed by the same work that unfortunately doesn’t receive offender Feb. 21. the same level of Retired LaPorte recognition as a County Police Sgt. police officer despite Mike Kellems said the extreme danger. he’s certain Lasco is “They’re among being rewarded for the lowest paid in paying the ultimate the law enforcement sacrifice. circle and they have “The Bible a very, very difficult actually says greater job,” he said. love have no man Kellems as than one who a member of would give his life “Cops Cycling for for a friend. That’s Survivors” greeted exactly what Lt. Lasco’s wife during Saturday’s heavily Lasco did,” Kellems attended visitation. said. He informed Services for Lasco her the group’s were Saturday and Lt. Gene Lasco annual fund raiser Sunday at the Orak by officers and Shrine in Michigan supporters of law enforcement riding City. bicycles throughout Indiana will be His body was taken in a procession dedicated to her late husband in 2022. Monday from Root Funeral Home in Kellems also gave her a donation Michigan City for burial in Decatur, from the organization, which provides Illinois. financial assistance to families of fallen Correctional Officer Sgt. Padrick police officers. Schmitt, 22, of Lake Station was last “He will be honored during our ride reported still hospitalized in serious next year. His photograph will be on condition. the side of our support truck. He’ll Tymetri Campbell serving a 130be the main focal point of our ride in year sentence for a triple murder in 2022,” he said. Indianapolis is expected to face murder State Sen. Mike Bohacek of Michiana and other charges. Shores has also created a GoFundMe According to the Indiana Department Page to help support the Lasco family. of Correction, Lasco began his career

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Narcotic seizure, arrest made in New Buffalo Township

According to a press release from the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office that was released by Berrien County Sheriff Paul Bailey, at approximately 11:02 p.m. Saturday Feb. 27, Deputy Pellerito of the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office New Buffalo Township Patrol was conducting radar on westbound Interstate 94, when he saw a 2015 Volkswagen Jetta traveling in excess of 90 mph. “When Deputy Pellerio attempted to affect a traffic stop on this vehicle, he observed the front seat passenger open the door and throw something out of the vehicle. After the items were discarded from the vehicle, the driver of the vehicle pulled over,” the press release stated. Deputy Pellerito was assisted at the scene by a deputy from the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office and an officer from the Pokagon Tribal Police Department. After recovering the items discarded from the vehicle, he deputies and officers confirmed them to be methamphetamine. The front seat passenger, Darrell Lindsey was arrested for Possession of Methamphetamine 2nd Offense and on a Felony Warrant out of the State of Illinois for Delivery of Methamphetamine. During a search of the 2015 Volkswagen, the deputies also seized over $11,000 in U.S. Currency, which was located in a backpack on the passenger side floorboard. This U.S. Currency was seized under the State of Michigan’s Civil Forfeiture law. Darrell J. Lindsey was lodged at the Berrien County Jail on the charges that were mentioned above. The driver of this vehicle, who was identified as a 35-year-old male from Peoria, Illinois, was released pending further investigation. — STAFF REPORTS

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Police take real life training into neighborhoods

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olice officers with semi-automatic weapons shouted “get your hands up.” They also responded to reports of fellow officers being shot. All of the activity at vacant homes on February was strictly for training by members of the Special Weapons and Tactics Unit from the Michigan City Police Department and the Emergency Response Team at the LaPorte County Sheriff’s Office. For about four hours, officers in full response gear practiced carrying out drug raids and other high-risk

situations at four empty dwellings on State Street, Park Street and John Street in LaPorte. More than a dozen officers discussed strategy before marching inside to sharpen their skills. Their mission as in real life was making apprehensions without anyone getting hurt and reacting properly when there was an injury. The military like weapons were not loaded. “It’s as realistic as we can make it in a training scenario without actually having live fire,” said Corp. Mike King, a SWAT training coordinator for Michigan City Police.

The joint practice sessions are held twice a month, with sites rotating between Michigan City and LaPorte. Michigan City Police Corp. Nick Krause said drills include officers locating suspects wanted for major felonies hiding inside a residence, reacting to someone with a gun and freeing hostages. “We do every circumstance you can possibly come up with,” he said. Krause said SWAT members respond to actual situations roughly a dozen or more times a year and rehearsals help with whatever they might encounter next in real life. “You just never know what

you’re going to walk into in a house,” he said. No doors were forced open as they are sometimes in drug raids. Officers were also careful not to disrupt or damage anything on the inside. The owner of the properties gave permission for the training before allowing new tenants to move in. King said the conditions were still excellent for practicing strategies designed for the safety of everyone involved when it truly counts. “”We want to get in and get out as quick as possible,” he said.

o you engage with the Village of Three Oaks as a resident or visitor? The village would like to hear from you. Three Oaks is conducting a survey through April 1 to help the village improve its website and communications. Village and township residents, business owners, visitors—anyone who engages with Three Oaks—is encouraged to participate. The three-minute survey can be found on the village website (threeoaksvillage.org), Facebook page, or at tiny. cc/ThreeOaksWebSurvey. Paper copies are also available in the lobby of Three Oaks Village Hall, 21 N. Elm Street. — STAFF REPORTS

Acorn Theater executive director search is underway

he search for a new executive director of the Acorn Theater in Three Oaks is currently underway. Sandra Thompson, the former executive director, stepped down from the role late last year. Thompson will be staying at the Acorn but in a role where she’ll be booking talent and identifying locations for new Acorn Anywhere! concerts. According to Kathy Stady, who’s chairing the nationwide search, as of Feb. 25, resumes for the position have been received from applicants who hail from seven states outside of the immediate area

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(Michigan, Illinois and Indiana). The Acorn hopes to make an offer by early May, Stady, who also serves on the theater’s board of directors, said. The application period hasn’t closed yet. “If you’re interested, apply soon,” she said. Interested applicants can find a link, titled “Acorn Executive Director Job Opening, to the full job description on the main page of the Acorn’s website, ]www. acornlive.org. The Acorn is using KEES, a nonprofit executive search firm out of Chicago, to assist with the search.

Last summer, the Acorn debuted Acorn Anywhere!, which has been described by the theater as “an exciting new series of fun events hosted by The Acorn that could pop-up... anywhere!” Events were held at select outdoor locations throughout Harbor Country. According to a newsletter, there were 10 Acorn Anywhere! outdoor shows in six “different tranquil settings,” along with “70 unique artists and performers, more than 1,200 music-loving patrons, and hundreds of hours of volunteer time.” “Everyone did great with setups,” Stady said in reference to the outdoor concerts.

A newsletter from last month stated that theater lovers can “look forward to Acorn Anywhere! events in new outdoor venues and, when it’s safe, shows inside our special theater.” The newsletter stated that the Acorn team is in the process of booking a wide variety of shows which will feature “wellknown favorites as well as some yet-to-bediscovered up-and-coming artists.” Information on upcoming events can be found on the Acorn’s website. A nonprofit organization, the Acorn Theater is located at 107 Generations Drive in Three Oaks.

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Sunflower Speech Therapy planting seeds of hope for children to grow BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

eing a pediatric speech language Donnelly is certified to work with people from At the end of every session, Donnelly gives parents a pathologist is a lot like being a sunflower. birth to death; however, she’s chosen to focus recap and what their child can work on for the week “Just as a sunflower produces all of primarily on children. Currently, her clients range before the next one. these seeds, a speech pathologist can from being 2 to 12 years old. Children can also do teletherapy, depending on a produce all of these seeds for a family and “It’s speech sounds so children who can’t produce parent’s comfort level in the time of coronavirus. plant these seeds for helping a child learn to grow certain sounds, maybe with language delays – they While her current case load consists of children and develop…A sunflower grows toward the sun don’t have certain words in their vocabulary or can’t who are 2 to 12 years old, she can also work with and the goal is that these children can learn their express their thoughts and wants and needs,” she children from birth who are dealing with issues that skills and grow toward the sun and be successful said. are feeding based, such as failure to latch or get in their lives and reach their fullest potential,” Donnelly added that she also works with children enough nutrition. Nicole Donnelly, owner of Sunflower Speech ost Therapy LLC, said. children Donnelly just opened are Sunflower’s new office seen by location in downtown Donnelly New Buffalo in February. once a week, although “I feel glad there’s if a child has a more such a need for this in significant disability, then this area judging by the it can be put in through phone calls I’ve been insurance to request the getting from people child to come to therapy reaching out – I can twice a week. be here and have this Sunflower Speech is service here for families considered In Network that need it,” she said. with Blue Cross Blue Before opening her Shield PPO Plans. central office location, Donnelly said she also Nicole Donnelly said she strove to make Sunflower Speech Therapy’s office The Sunflower Speech Therapy sign in the window (at the top floor of the Teacher’s as bright and kid-friendly as possible Credit Union Building) can be seen from North Whittaker Street Donnelly was driving does private pay for around and providing those who are Out of with a variety of disabilities, such as autism or Network or who prefer to pay out of pocket. in-home therapy. “The demand was getting more and more clients Down syndrome or just a basic speech and language On the side, Donnelly nurtures her creative side and it didn’t make sense to be in my car, driving (she was originally planning on being a graphic disorder. around all day – it made more sense to have a space designer) by creating and selling therapy materials Recently, Donnelly has seen an increase in where clients can come to me,” she said. online for other speech pathologists to purchase or children who are stuttering. Donnelly has been a speech pathologist since download at www.candyapplespeech.com. “I feel like right now with COVID, everyone’s a 2013. She received her Bachelor of Science in Donnelly can be contacted at www. little more anxious, so we’re seeing a rise in children Communication Disorders in 2010 and her Master of who stutter,” she said. sunflowerspeechtherapy.com, where parents can fill Science in Communication Disorders in 2013 from out a form that will be sent to her. They can also Donnelly works on the following areas: Expressive Eastern Illinois University. Previously, she worked give her a call at 269-235-9821. Language, Receptive Language, Articulation, for a school system in Illinois. Sunflower Speech Therapy LLC can also be found Phonology, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, Stuttering, Donnelly spent many a summer in New Buffalo on Facebook and Instagram. Pragmatic (Social) Language, Sensory Feeding, at her grandparents’ house. Eventually, she met her Donnelly said she’s also available for free inFollowing Directions, Auditory Comprehension and future her husband, Pat Donnelly (who is the parks person or video consultations Executive Functions. director at New Buffalo Township), here. “I feel this is my calling - I’m finally where I need Donnelly said she uses a “sensory feeding Donnelly holds her Certificate of Clinical to be in my career and I feel I can make the biggest approach” to help children who may have an Competence (CCC), which is a nationally recognized impact with families in this setting,” she said. intolerance to certain textures and an aversion to credential awarded by the American Speech Sunflower Speech Therapy is located at 45 N. some foods be introduced to new foods. Language Hearing Association. 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SPORTS

Lady Bison stomp Bees on hardwood

BY STAN MADDUX

he Lady Bison did the stinging against the Bridgman Bees in a 5623 win at home in girls basketball Saturday,

Feb. 27. The game was close until New Buffalo opened a 10 point lead in the second quarter on quick buckets from offensive rebounds by Alex O’Leary and Aaron James and a jump shot from Nadia Collins. The lead extended to 12 points on a lay-up from Kelsey Corkran driving the lane just before the halftime buzzer. In the third quarter, Sophia DeOliveria ignited the Lady Bison attack with a lay-up off a steal at half court and short bucket from a pass by Ava Mullen. A flurry of other buckets included a 10 foot baseline jumper by Emma Lantz and three point shot from DeOliveria. The run ended with New Buffalo ahead by 26 points when Georgia Arvanitis sank a 12 foot turn around jump shot at the third quarter buzzer. Lantz after making a shot from the top of the key finished the scoring by nailing a baseline jumper with .35 seconds left on

the clock. DeOliveria said a victory against Bridgman is always special given the rivalry but it meant even more this year. The victory was on senior night when DeOliveria and other players in their final year along with their parents were recognized on the court prior to the game. “It was a good senior night to have for sure,” she said. The win came two nights after New Buffalo (51) defeated Eau Claire 51-10 and toppled defending District 4 champs Michigan Lutheran 33-31 at the buzzer earlier in the week.

eOliveria said the winning streak after the season opening loss to Michigan Lutheran has been a confidence booster for the team hoping to unseat Michigan Lutheran for the district title. “I’m excited,” she said. Head Coach Scott Syme said the team is getting better as it learns to execute new plays introduced to the offense every week. “I’m really happy with the attitude and the effort. Fun group of girls to be around,” he said.

From the Bleachers COLUMN BY KURT MARGGRAF IN CHICAGO

hile strange things happen all the time in the sporting world, this year seems to be going for a record. Many of these events take place on the field, and many off the field stories are augmented by the press. This column makes every effort not to criticize participants, officials, fans, or anyone else connected to the games it covers, but occasionally an error takes place that seems to beg for attention. Eastern Washington was the college football team that was the victim. When their kicker put the ball through the uprights in the fourth quarter with the score tied 21-21, everyone presumed that Washington had taken the lead. Everyone except the official whose job it is to see if the kick is good or not. This official was not properly positioned and while the kick was in the air, he decided to look down and adjust his mask. The ball took a funny bounce off the wall behind the goal post so he assumed the kick was bad. I’ve probably seen a zillion football games, and I have no ties to this team so my take on this is completely unbiased, and I have never seen such a terrible call. The Bulls continue to improve as do the Blackhawks and both teams could make the playoffs but seem to be a year or two away from challenging for championships. If and when Toews and Dach return for the Blackhawks, look for them to get to the top soon. Congratulations to Patrick Kane who became the 100th player in history to

score 400 goals. Watching Kane play is a joy. He is a magician with the puck that we have been fortunate to witness him grow from a boy to a man. I hope he stays in Chicago for the rest of his career. Zach LaVine of the Bulls became an all-star for the first time in his career. Having a really good coach is making a big difference for the young Bulls and the front office seems to be pushing all the right buttons. The team is playing well, winning almost as many as they lose. Baseball and football are being talked about a lot even though the Bears, White Sox, and Cubs aren’t playing. The Bears need a new quarterback and almost every day another rumor surfaces. Personally, I hope the latest rumor comes true. Russell Wilson would immediately become the best quarterback the Bears ever had. The White Sox are young and brash and looking to win while the Cubs will try to hang on for one more year with the core that brought them a championship a few short years ago. Sports in Chicago are as interesting and exciting as ever. Warren Buffett said, “When you get to my age, you’ll really measure your success in life by how any of the people you want to have love you actually do love you.” Be silly. Be honest. Be kind. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

We all need reminders. — Dino

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Bison suffer first loss to Bridgman

he New Buffalo High School boys’ basketball team suffered their first loss of the season at home against Bridgman. The Bison (6-1) remained within striking distance for much of the game Saturday, Feb. 27, before losing 64 to 52 in the Berrien Cass St. Joseph Conference match. Head Coach Nate Tripp said he believes his players didn’t quite have the energy level needed against a solid Bees squad because of a hard fought 84 to 71 win the previous night at Eau Claire. “We didn’t have that effort. I don’t think it’s because our players didn’t want to give the effort. I just don’t think they had it left in their tank,” he said. Ten of the buckets from Bridgman were from beyond the three-point line. The Bison scoring heavily from

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beyond the three point arc in their previous games made just three of their three point shot attempts. A turning point in the game came with about four minutes left in the second quarter. A one-point lead for the Bees quickly turned into a seven deficit for the Bison after a bucket off a steal followed by a three point shot and free-throw resulting from a technical foul called against New Buffalo. New Buffalo trailing by five points at halftime and 11 points after the third quarter never pulled to within single digits in the final period. Hurting the Bison in their comeback attempt were turnovers, poor selection and easy buckets from Bridgman finding open shooters close to the rim several times during a full court press. Mark Shaw led the Bison attack with 15 points. Kayden Parmley added 11

points while Jeremiah Mitchell contributed 9 points. Zack Forker, who’s 6’9”, scored four points and grabbed a rebound during the final 90 seconds of the game. Jayce Warren scored 23 points for Bridgman.

ripp also took some of the blame for the loss and hopes his players come out better in the long run in terms of execution and

attitude. “I don’t care what our record is right now. I care how we’re playing at the end. While it’s very disappointing, it’s a good learning opportunity and it brings them back down to reality that we do have to buy into what’s we’re doing and we have to work harder,” he said.

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embers of the Chikaming Township primary shoreland structures.” The corrected definition stated that the “township Supervisor or his or her Board of Trustees approved a final would read that unattached accessory structures “are designee shall issue a permit allowing the installation draft of Ordinance 147, which included as primary shoreland structures.” or placement of sandbags or geotubes, to minimize will prohibit “the installation and Trustee Rich Sullivan had stated “in an emergency, the risk of erosion and damage to property including maintenance of hardened shoreline the township needs to be able to move quickly.” shoreland structures,” subject to if the property owner armoring that interfere with and degrade the natural “People need to know they can contact us and “establishes that one or more primary shoreland and dynamic characteristics of the Lake Michigan we’ll quickly say yes because you feel it’s in danger structures are in imminent danger of damage from shoreline and infringe on the public trust while regardless of the word ‘imminent,” he said. shoreline erosion.” ensuring the use and enjoyment of private shoreland Treasurer Liz Rettig said that including the word Rettig said that lots of people put “hundreds of properties” at a special Thursday, Feb. 25, meeting. “imminent” isn’t necessary. thousands of dollars” into accessory structures, adding “If someone is coming to us and they feel their The ordinance was drafted with the assistance of that people are concerned about damage to unattached property is in danger - trust me, they know it’s environmental attorney Scott Howard, of Olson, Bzdok structures as well. & Howard, PC, out of Traverse City. “I’ve seen some of those accessory structures According to the draft ordinance, and they’re worth more than what my house “shoreline armoring” is defined as is worth - they put time, money and effort into armoring “comprised of concrete, these and I think they should be able to protect boulders, stone, gravel, steel, iron, them as well,” she said. timber, or other similar materials” Sullivan said that the township would be which includes but is not limited to “remiss” if someone who has legitimately built the “placement of seawalls, bulkheads, something within the township’s rules wouldn’t riprap, revetments, groins, and have the opportunity to protect it. breakwaters. “Maybe in some ways we have to trust the judgement of someone who comes to us and Shoreline armoring does not include says, ‘I’m concerned about my property, I’m sandbags, geotubes, and sand fences. concerned about the beach house that I have Board members also passed built with permission, I want to protect it,” he a resolution that states that a said. “moratorium is hereby placed on the issuance of any permit to install any revetment on the shoreline of Lake t one point, the Zoom meeting had Michigan or along inland lakes and more than 120 participants. streams within the township until the John Trinta was one of the time that Ordinance 147 addressing participants who was concerned with the use of the word “imminent.” shoreline armoring is approved and the He said the word can be defined as 30-day requirement for publication has been fulfilled or the board repeals this “immediate,” “within a short time” or “about to [clockwise from top right] The scene of a revetment along the lakeshore (Photo moratorium.” happen” which he feels is “too late.” provided by Cherry Beach Committee); Geotubes are seen from the shoreline Revisions to the ordinance include Trinta said he’s heard of several lakeshore (Photo provided by Fran Wersells); A rock revetment at the bottom of a bluff removing the word “imminent” from homeowners lose 30-45 feet of bluff in a single the following sentence in item 2A under storm and those who’ve reached out to sandbag Section 3, “Prohibition on Shoreline Armoring and imminent, they would not come to us unless they felt contractors know it could take three to four weeks “to Permitting Requirements for Sandbags and Geotubes”: their property was in danger,” she said. get them scheduled,” with the permitting process “on “Property Owner (or their designated representative) Chikaming Township Supervisor David Bunte top of that, all while the beaches, dunes and trees and establishes that one or more primary shoreland said that the term “imminent danger” was a “point other foliage are eroding.” structures are in imminent danger of damage from Rich Ham said that in Section 3, it’s stated that of contention for a lot of people” and “if it affords shoreline erosion.” owners are responsible for removing sandbags our lakefront homeowners the opportunity to be Board members approved deleting the word “not” or geotubes that cause substantial damage to the more aggressive or at least have more opportunity to from the following sentence in item 2 under Section shoreline or bluff; however, he wanted to know preemptively put in sandbags – again, I don’t believe 2, “Definitions” regarding the definition of “primary who will decide – and how they’ll decide - whether we would deny that…If we were to simply take the shoreland structure”: “Unattached accessory structures ‘imminent’ portion out of this ordinance, it would they’ve caused damage to the bluff and how will they such as a guest house, storage sheds, detached garage, distinguish “between damage done by the lake and satisfy a lot of those concerns.” detached gazebo, or pole barn are not included as damage done by sandbags themselves.” The draft ordinance that was reviewed that night

mwww.newbuffalotimes.com hile Ham said that he feels no one wants hard armoring, he asked what happens when sandbags or geotubes “aren’t enough.” “The board seems to be saying when sandbags aren’t enough, your home must fail,” he said, saying that they “owe it to the community to say that out loud.” John Immel, president of the Wildwood Homeowners Association representing 50 property owners in the Bridgman area, said he can “only hope” the “bold ordinance becomes a model” for Lake Charter Township and other communities. He said homeowners should secure their property by “following the science absolutely resisting the hard armoring of our precious shorefront instead being in strong favor of those sand tubes and geotubes that are also detailed in this ordinance.” Dan Coffey said revetments are “not solid armor, they are solid surfaces with many holes and slits” that are designed to “absorb the force of the water not to push it back.” “EGLE and the Army Corps of Engineers already regulate the lakefront with experienced experts – Chikaming won’t add any expertise or needed regulations to what already exists,” he said. Coffey said he believes that a million dollars in property tax dollars going to the schools would be lost and “never replaced.” Kit Nicholson, said that “the impact of the hard shoreline armoring boils down to the law of physics: for every action in nature, there is an equal and opposite reaction,” he said. Nicholson said he while it may not have been “anyone’s intention to destroy neighboring or adjacent beaches, in the process of protecting your stairs, your bluff or your structures, that the laws of physics show these actions have damaged and will continue to do so.” “Frankly, all you need to do is try to walk down to the beach if you can and take a look around and see what has occurred on or near these revetments,” he said. John Donley said that saying secondary structures mean those that are attached to a primary structure but all unattached secondary structures are unprotected (which he said the draft ordinance stated) is “meaningless.” “A secondary structure that’s attached to the primary structure of a home will be in imminent danger at exactly the same moment that the home is in imminent danger – so that’s no additional protection whatsoever,” he said, adding that all unattached

THURSDAY, MARCH 4, 2021 13 structures such as stairways are also left “to the wind and the storms and the waves.” Sally Bogert said that a local realtor wrote a letter to a paper stating that local schools are “largely funded by property taxes” and that “millions will be lost if lakefront homeowners can’t hard armor the shoreline.” If the shoreline gets destroyed “as science warns” from hard armoring, Bogert said, then many businesses that rely on tourists who come to the area to walk the shore will be affected by a reduction in tourists, Bogert said. All property values will be affected “not just lakefront homeowners,” which will have a “great negative impact on the economy and our schools.” Bogert stated that EGLE has made it “abundantly clear” in a webinar that sea walls and revetments prevent the “formation of sand bars near the shore

real concerns of homeowners who are closer to the lake than I am.” “I think this is a good compromise and I urge the board to pass the ordinance as amended,” she said. David Williams, who lives in the Wildwood Homeowners Association in Lake Charter Township, thanked the board for their “leadership in bringing a broader community voice into view and for taking a more balanced approach for managing and protecting one of Michigan’s most valuable assets - our lake - and one of Michigan’s most valuable public assets - our lakeshore.” Amy Mader said the issue is if the township can pass a police ordinance to “govern my land use.” “It’s about whether or not people the right to walk above the ordinary high-water mark on our property, it’s about whether or not I have to provide the sand for people to walk below the ordinary highwater mark as permitted by the law,” she The draft ordinance that was said. reviewed that night stated that Mader also objected to the ordinance the “township Supervisor or his stating that the sand in sandbags must be of or her designee shall issue a permit allowing the installation the same quality, size and texture of what’s on Lake Michigan and that sand used in or placement of sandbags geotubes isn’t “identical to Lake Michigan or geotubes, to minimize the sand” and the requirement is “setting us up risk of erosion and damage to for failure.” property including shoreland Gary Wood said that when planners were structures,” subject to if the revising the township’s zoning ordinance when property owner “establishes he served on the Planning Commission, they that one or more primary recognized the “importance of the shoreline shoreland structures are in and homeowners by increasing the setbacks to imminent danger of damage mitigate some of the issues related to shoreline from shoreline erosion.” erosion.” He added that the ordinance, like the The scene of a revetment along the zoning ordinance, can be tweaked. shoreline (Photo from Cherry Beach “Thank you for really being a beacon in Project Facebook Berrien County and what ciwvil discourse and community input is all about,” he said. Bob Hartman said he’s witnessed firsthand the effects of hard armoring further north in that are needed for replenishment and they essentially Alleghan and Van Buren counties, resulting in “loss of starve the beaches of sand.” Sand in sandbags can at beach, loss of the sandbar, loss of the ability to walk least be released back to the beach “if needed.” the beach safely just overall loss of enjoyment and even loss of property value for people who have deeded rthur Anderson, chair of the Chikaming beach access rights.” Township Park Board, said the ordinance Mary Kay said that she recently read an article in is “flawed” but can be fixed in the future. National Geographic that expressed “how very young “Waiting until you have a perfect the Great Lakes are in the larger scheme of things.” ordinance is not possible or an option…I She said this made her think “how very temporary we urge you to pass the ordinance tonight as other people are in the larger scheme of things.” in the audience have urged you to do,” he said. “My grandfather always said, ‘Leave things better Katie Fox said that provisions on the use of sandbags than you found them…so let’s do that, let’s be good (along with geotubes), what they can be used to protect and how long they can be used has been expanded in stewards (of the lake) and realize we are the temporary the revised document to “take into account the very one and the lake - hopefully - will be alive forever.”

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HOR0SCOPE MARCH 4-10, 2021

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

There will be a major uptick in activities with the neighbors, siblings or on the playground, this week and even though you’d like to stay tucked away in your cocoon, you’ll be drawn into the excitement. Use any tension or unrest this brings into your life constructively, by completing outdoor projects.

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SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21

You will gain some ground this week and start to make advancements on the social scene. There is a need to delve deeper into relationships and understand what connects you to other people, now. This is about getting to the heart of why you are involved in something or with someone.

Your interactions and relationships will be getting a charge this week and you will be open to discussing and making compromises now. This is a good time to bury the hatchet or reformulate how the day-to-day activities and household chores will be divided. Be sure to listen more.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20

Take care of finances or budget out large purchases, now. The iron will be hot over the next month and if you want to make things happen, now is the time to start making arrangements. Embrace a more “get it done” attitude and start making the cuts.

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CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19

Whether the company you work for experiences an uptick in business or you start your own business, you will be in contact with some very influential people over the next month. Make the most of it by spending time getting to know them. So, you can use those connections later.

Once you start working on things, projects will be completed quickly and efficiently now. The important thing, is to be very clear when communicating with the people you are working with. Lay any issues or fears on the line and continue to move forward; that’s how you’ll win the day.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21

You can expect to feel a little bounce in your step and a blessing from above l this week. There are a lot of big ideas and expectations filling your head and it will be up to you to recognize what goes with what, and who is going to come through and who isn’t. Be more forceful and outgoing.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 It will seem as if time itself is speeding up this week, helping you accomplish many different tasks. Now is the time to move forward with plans and release any fear or apprehension that you’re harboring. Trust in your ideas and don’t be afraid to communicate with team members more.

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CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22

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It’s time to get reconnected with your inner world and that which grounds you, as you will be very sensitive to gossip and other people’s opinions. Create some space where you can get in touch with eyour feelings and away from outside influences.

You are ready to sink your teeth in and get more committed to beautifying your home and surroundings. Whether you are thinking of a new color scheme or even moving to a new place, now is the time to put your feelers out there. Beautiful new beginnings will be hatching.

You will feel like you’re putting your heart on the line or having to invest a lot now, and even though that may be true, there is a big payoff available with this sacrifice. Let go of apprehensions and do what you love doing. The money will follow. The stellar energy is in your court now.

There will be a lot happening with your family or homelife this week, creating a lot excitement and the need for a solid plan. The good news is you will be aware of exactly what is working for you and what isn’t. The hard part is making the cuts and following through with letting go.

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n update on the New Buffalo Railroad Museum and the kickoff of an oral history program is on tap for the next Friends of New Buffalo Library presentation at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 9. During this Zoom presentation, Museum administrator and co-founder Katha Kissman will preview the season opening for the museum and its newly refurbished C&O caboose at 530 S. Whittaker Street. Kissman also will discuss plans for an oral history program to collect the memories of early New Buffalo area residents. Other FOL Community Forum programs via Zoom include “From Page to Pictures” by Dr. Annette Bochenek April 6; “Attracting Birds to Your Backyard” by Wendy Jones April 22, and “Lifestyles of the Mich(iana) and Famous” by Nick Bogert May 18. The Zoom link is found under Activities/ Events on either the library’s Facebook page or its website. For further information, email new.buffalo.fol@ gmail.com. — STAFF REPORTS

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Thelma Pauline Koziel

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helma Pauline Koziel, 86, of Bridgman died peacefully Monday, March 1, 2021, at home surrounded by her children. She was born November 22, 1934 in Monte Vista, Colorado to Nicholas and Irene Traxler. She married John Koziel June 23, 1956 at Saint John Kanty Catholic Church in Rolling Prairie, Indiana. Thelma will be greatly

missed by family and friends. She is survived by her husband of sixtyfour years, John Koziel of Bridgman; five children, Michael (Sally) Koziel of Niles, Mark Koziel of Buchanan, Matthew Koziel of Bridgman, Toni (Rick) Canada of Chicago, Illinois, and Nicholi (Bob) Eddy of Bridgman; eleven grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; one sister, Zelda Clark of St. Charles, Illinois; and a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Martin Koziel; and seven siblings. The family will observe a private remembrance. A celebration of life

memorial will be held at a date and time, to be announced. Thelma will be laid to rest in Saint John Kanty Cemetery, Rolling Prairie. The family prefers contributions in Thelma’s memory be made to Caring Circle Hospice, 4025 Health Park Lane, St. Joseph, Michigan 49085. The Koziel family would also like memorial contributions to St. Mary of the Assumption, 28 West Ash Street, Three Oaks, Michigan, 49128. Arrangements have been entrusted to Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, Three Oaks. Please share a memory or a message online at www. wagnercares.com.

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