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Chikaming Township Board to continue discussion of zoning ordinance text amendment PAGE 4 Three Oaks Village Council approves Industrial Development District PAGE 5 Mayor disputes mailer urging his recall PAGE 6

New Buffalo Elementary School’s got talent PAGE 8 New Buffalo school board accepts resignations of band director, Spanish teacher PAGE 10

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Journeyman Distillery growing in Indiana BY STAN MADDUX

he popular Journeyman Distillery will have two locations inside old factory buildings in Three Oaks and Northwest Indiana next year if recently started construction goes smoothly. The business, which started in 2010 inside the historic Featherbone Factory, hopes to equal or surpass its success at Valparaiso inside a much larger manufacturing structure abandoned for close to 40 years. Owner Bill Welter said the plan is to finish construction in August 2023 and open to customers two months later. “There’s something special about coming into a building that’s been around 100 or more years and has its own history and story to tell,” he said. Welter said the facility will allow his business to start offering craft beer for the first time at both locations. The beer will be made at a brewery inside at the Valparaiso site and offered to customers at both locations. Welter makes the spirits. He learned how to make whiskey at a friend’s distillery in Australia before opening the Three Oaks distillery, which features a restaurant and bar that seats up to 160 people and event space

that can fit as many as 800 people. Welter said he will hire a brewer at his second location. He said he’s just too busy running his growing company to learn how to make and brew it to the high standard he expects from his products. “We want to start with great beer on day one,” he said. The new location is going inside what’s known as the old Anco windshield wiper factory in the 300 block of S. Campbell Street. A woolen mill was originally at the site in 1860. The mill was later torn down and replaced by a 140,000 square foot building once home to more than a dozen manufacturers. Several years ago, the city, which wanted to redevelop the site, initiated an environmental clean-up of the grounds and contacted Welter because of the success of his establishment in Three Oaks and its contribution to drawing tourists.

Welter, who’s originally from Valparaiso, was already looking to grow his company. He said expansion wasn’t possible in Three Oaks, though, and the opportunity near downtown Valparaiso was too good to pass up. Welter said about 70% of the original building still exists after an extensive demolition of badly decaying portions of the structure inside and out. He said the building is now just a shell but will have a distillery and brewery along with a restaurant and bar serving up 400 customers.

here will also be event space for as many as 1,500 people and courtyard to eat, drink and listen to live music. “There’s a lot of great history there and I think people are very excited to see it come back alive,” he said. At first, Welter said the plan is to occupy about onethird of the structure and later expand into other areas of the building to keep up

with future demand. Despite the challenges, Welter said he saw enough potential in the site to make a considerable investment that included paying for some of environmental remediation on the property. “It just kind of came together. We like the story of bringing factory buildings back to life. It’s really kind of one of the core principals of the brand and what we want to do,” Welter said. Welter started working in his family’s small bank in Valparaiso before moving to Chicago to make a living in the restaurant and hospitality industries. Welter said he later became interested in making whiskey and went to a friend’s distillery in Australia to learn the craft. After returning home several months later, he started looking for a location to operate a distillery and found it in Three Oaks. Welter said Journeyman Distillery was more of a cocktail lounge back then before adding food and space for private events like weddings. “We were definitely in on the ground floor of the craft distillery movement and certainly it’s something we’re proud of,” he said.

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CITY OF NEW BUFFALO JOHN HUMPHREY, MAYOR CITY COUNCIL LOU O’DONNELL, IV. MARK ROBERTSON, JOHN HUMPHREY, ROGER LIJESKI, BRIAN FLANAGAN City Council meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30PM CITY OF NEW BUFFALO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS to be determined NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP BOARD PETE RAHM, MICHELLE HEIT, JUDY H. ZABICKI, PATTY IAZZETTO, JACK ROGERS Board meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:30PM NEW BUFFALO AREA SCHOOLS BOARD CHUCK HEIT, PRESIDENT HEATHER BLACK, VICE PRESIDENT JOHN HASKINS, TREASURER LISA WERNER, SECRETARY JOYCE LANTZ, TRUSTEE FRANK MARGRO, TRUSTEE PATRICIA NEWSTON, TRUSTEE CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP BOARD DAVID BUNTE, PAULA DUDIAK, LIZ RETTIG, RICHARD SULLIVAN, BILL MARSKE Chikaming Board meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30PM CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Meets on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 6:30PM THREE OAKS THREE OAKS TOWNSHIP BOARD Meets on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7PM VILLAGE OF THREE OAKS BOARD Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7PM GRAND BEACH Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7PM MARY ROBERTSON, CLERK DEBORAH LINDLEY, BLAKE O’HALLORAN, JAMES BRACEWELL, PETER DOERR, PAUL LEONARD, JR. MICHIANA VILLAGE OF MICHIANA COUNCIL Meets on the 2nd Friday of each month at 1PM

Chikaming Township Board to continue discussion of zoning ordinance text amendment

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

embers of the Chikaming Township Board of Trustees decided to continue to table the matter of a text amendment to the zoning ordinance at their Thursday, June 9, meeting. Board members approved the motion in a 4-0 vote (Bill Marske, who sits on the Planning Commission, abstained). In May, members of the Planning Commission recommended to the board amending the text in the Union Pier Corridor Standards portion of the Union Pier Districts Development Standards Table for First Floor uses in Article 5 Section 5.01 (H) (3) (e) (i). The table under Union Pier Corridor Standards for First Floor Uses currently reads that “commercial first floor shall extend for the entire width of the front of the building as viewed from the adjoining public street.” An amended text would read: “Commercial first floor shall extend for the entire width of the front of the building as viewed from Red Arrow Highway.” In the same meeting, planners also approved the site plan designated as Alternate Two for the proposed Union Green development (at the corner of Goodwin and Red Arrow Highway). Planners passed another motion approving Alternate One if the township board didn’t pass the text amendment. Alternate One includes two office spaces along Goodwin Road, while Alternate Two would revert the spaces back to residential. Liz Rettig said that passing the text amendment eliminates commercial on all side streets because it was never intended that there be commercial on side streets. Rich Sullivan said he spoke with Jerry Kohn, who sat on the Planning Commission, who said that the corner of Red Arrow and Goodwin was a “unique

corner lot” that would probably not occur in any other situation. He added that the issue of “never intended” keeps coming up; however, it was probably “never intended to have a loophole in the density that could be allowed (regarding the Union Green development) because of this” and that there are probably other things that were “never intended” in the zoning ordinance. “I don’t see why we’re pushing this to have to be decided tonight when what we really should be doing is making sure that all of the things that apply to that type of situation are addressed and brought to the community, so they know we’re acting on them and acting on them as a whole package because if we start looking like we’re picking and choosing, I think it sends the wrong message to the public,” he said. Sullivan added that the Planning Commission has already approved two alternates for Union Green, so passing it wouldn’t stop it from occurring. Rettig said that she would prefer to see residential there, as commercial would bring more traffic to Goodwin.

hikaming Townshi[p Supervisor David Bunte said “that’s where the crux is… We feel the public did not want additional commercial or to reduce traffic along Goodwin or any other side street going into residential neighborhoods of Union Pier; however, if we proceed with this (text amendment), the public says we’re fast tracking the development.” Board members approved Bunte meeting with representatives from New Buffalo Township Library, Three Oaks Township Public Library and Bridgman Public Library on what funding would be with regards to a possible library millage.

Board members can then discuss some type of millage proposal to put on the November ballot, bringing it to a public vote for a referendum on whether a millage should be added to support local libraries. A rifle buyback program for two police officers was approved. Police chief Todd Taylor said that, for a cost of $3,900, the program would allow each officer, through a contract with them and the township, to purchase a rifle and then pay back the township within a year. The hiring of Brad Miller as the next full-time medical first responder (MFR) firefighter for the Chikaming Township Fire Department was approved. A Special Land Use (SLU) permit, which would allow the construction of an accessory dwelling unit on the second floor of an attached garage at 15256 Lakeshore Road to be used for family only, was approved (with Marske abstaining). Board members approved Bunte setting a date for a future special meeting with the park board and the township board. Board members approved receiving clarity on the exact rental registration fees from Greg Nelson, code enforcement officer at the township. Bunte said that the CSX crossing at Lakeside Road is now completed and the Sawyer Road crossing was scheduled to begin this Monday and the Three Oaks Road crossing will start June 20. Bridgman Public Library Director Dennis Kreps said he expected this to be his last meeting representing the library and that, until his successor is hired, there will be representatives there. “I just wanted to say how much I appreciate your commitment to library service, the earnest discussion you’ve all had supporting library services to township residents,” he said.

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NEW BUFFALO LIBRARY PROGRAM TO SHARE HISTORY OF NATURE WRITING

endy Jones, director of environmental education at the Bubolz Preserve in Appleton, Wisconsin, will discuss the history of nature writing in a program at New Buffalo Township Library at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 21. Jones is a frequent speaker at the Friends of the Library’s Community Forum lecture series. Her energetic and knowledgeable presentations have made her a Forum favorite. “Nature writing has been a distinct tradition for over 200 years,” Jones said, “with journals, essays and books describing personal encounters with the outdoors, the interconnection of all living things, the solace and healing spirit to be found in nature, and human responsibility to take care of Planet Earth.” Among Jones’ selections are writings of George Catlin, William Bartram, Ursula LaGuin, Charles Darwin, and Henry David Thoreau. Jones will be presenting live via Zoom on the library’s screen. New Buffalo Township Library is located at 33 N. Thompson Street in downtown New Buffalo. The Community Forum programs are free and open to all. In accordance with current CDC guidelines, use of face masks is optional. — STAFF REPORTS

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Three Oaks Village Council approves Industrial Development District

ollowing a brief public hearing, the Three Oaks Village Council approved a request for an Industrial Development District (IDD) for Journeyman Distillery at their meeting Wednesday, June 8. Speaking on behalf of the distillery, Cathy Tilly, director of business development at Cornerstone Alliance, explained the business plans to add a bottling factory and rickhouse (for storing and aging barrels) on the property. She said the approval will not change the current zoning, but the State of Michigan requires an IDD prior to beginning a project in order to request a tax abatement for the land. An IDD is part of a tax incentive that entitles a newly-built facility to apply to be exempt from real and property taxes for a limited period approved by the local government. Journeyman has not applied for an exemption so far and Tilley said approving the IDD did not obligate the village to grant an abatement. She also said if there was an abatement request, all impacted entities would have an opportunity to speak at a hearing. Prior to the council vote, former village treasurer Lois Jones asked if the proposed project would qualify for an IDD, noting the state’s description of qualifying structures listed facilities for manufacturing or processing by chemical change. Tilley said the state included the bottling process as a manufacturing process. After the council reconvened the regular meeting, village manager Dan Faulkner updated the council on the village’s efforts to identify the source of high waste levels in the village sewer system. The high-strength waste sampler approved at the May council meeting has been taking samples at the village wastewater ponds and Faulkner said Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD) levels have dropped from readings of 800-900 mg/L to roughly 450 mg/L,

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but are still above the state’s limit of 300. Council member Tyler Ream asked if the village could sample from other locations to pinpoint the source of the high levels. Faulkner said the initial samplings were being done at the ponds in an effort to detect a pattern to the output, but levels remained fairly consistent. He said once the second sampler arrives, the water department will be able to collect samples at locations throughout the village. Later in the meeting, Faulkner informed the council the consumer confidence water report is complete and will soon be printed. Faulkner said there will likely be a need to replace lead service lines over the next 20 years. Theresa Schmaltz is officially the village treasurer. Schmaltz was hired as administrative assistant and utility billing clerk and has transitioned into additional duties. At the May council meeting, Faulkner recommended appointing her to treasurer. The council also prepared for Flag Day celebrations set for June 11 and 12, officially approving the Saturday night fireworks display at the fields near the American Legion Hall. Village President Rich Smith said both the police and fire departments had approved the plans. In addition, the Council approved closing North Elm Street and portions of adjacent side streets starting at noon Sunday, June 12, for the annual Flag Day Parade. As part of Flag Day preparations, the Department of Public Works has been cleaning up. Faulkner reminded residents that yard waste must be left at the curb and branches must be bundled and no more than four feet long. The council still has not made a decision regarding the proposed purchase of the village administrative building at 21 N. Elm Street, but Faulkner said Berrien County is preparing a purchase agreement for the village to review.

During public comments, Berrien County District Court judge candidate Paul Jancha introduced himself to the council and audience members. Jancha is currently chief public defender and is running unopposed to replace judge Dennis Wiley, who is retiring. In committee reports, councilmember Tyler Ream told the council the Parks and Recreation Board is continuing to work on the five-year master plan. He praised chair Lindsey Clement for her work gathering more than 250 public surveys to use as part of the plan. He also presented the council with samples of planned signs to post rules in the village parks. Ream said in compiling the rules, the board realized there is no village ordinance regarding park hours. He said the board recommended the council create such an ordinance so police can enforce the time restrictions.

olleen Froehilch’s term on the Downtown Development Association has expired and, on the DDA’s recommendation, the council appointed to the empty seat. In her report on the DDA, Colleen Newquist said the DDA recommended the council establish clearer guidelines on short-term rentals in the village. One suggestion was setting districts where rentals would be allowed. Village attorney Charles Hilmer said a district could possibly be created if it was justifiable on a basis such as protecting property values. Newquist also announced the village’s new website is up. One of the goals for the redesign was to make the site easier to navigate and Newquist said she welcomes feedback to further improve it. The village’s annual audit has been delayed due to scheduling issues, Faulkner said, and he asked councilmembers to let him know their availability for a Saturday meeting.

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Mayor disputes mailer urging his recall

N Following the “World’s Largest Flag Day Parade” in downtown Three Oaks Sunday, June 12, Three Oaks Village President Richard Smith presented the key to the village to Miss and Mr. Three Oaks/River Valley, Maura Killips and Sebastian Kirk, at the Three Oaks American Legion Post 204. — PHOTO BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

BY STAN MADDUX

ew Buffalo Mayor John Humphrey said flyers making claims of restricted property rights are fake news aimed at having him and city councilman Brian Flanagan removed from office. “These people are putting out misinformation for two reasons. They either don’t understand, are uninformed or just ignorant of the process and how these things work or they’re doing it maliciously,” he said. An effort is underway to try and recall Humphrey and Flanagan over their support of a cap on short-term rentals and new regulations governing the use of existing vacation homes. Recently, citizens began receiving information in their mailboxes alleging diminished property rights and invasion of privacy on large post cards in support of the recall attempt. The post cards allege it’s now illegal for people to allow family members or struggling friends to live in their homes rent free under the city’s new long-term rental ordinance. There’s also mention of a $250 fine for violators and a $150 fee for an inspector to go through their homes. “New Buffalo is governing WHO is close to you and who’s allowed to stay in your home rent free,” the card proclaims. In response, Humphrey said residents can let parents or anyone else stay in their primary residence or second home at no cost. He said a $150 inspection fee must be paid only if guests are living in a second residence used previously for commercial purposes or if rent is currently being charged. Humphrey said homes used commercially must be inspected to help prevent a fire or some other tragedy and protect the city financially from potential liability if people were injured or died while staying in a vacation home the city failed to inspect.

“You can’t let people live in homes that you’re renting as a business uninspected. It’s just the law,” he said. Humphrey said the mailers were distributed by the same people involved in the recall attempt and lawsuits against the city over things like the cap on short-term rentals. He said some of those people also complained a few years ago about homes lived in by nearly a dozen or more restaurant workers. He said the city answered their concerns with the long-term rental ordinance now being used as a tool in their recall effort. “They were calling about that complaining you got to do something about that. So, we did and now they’re complaining about what we did,” he said. Humphrey said requiring rental homes to be registered helps the city enforce the regulations but also looks out for property owners who might not realize they must have commercial insurance or they’re in violation of some other land use. “If you don’t live there and you’re using it for commercial use to make a profit you could potentially be violating your mortgage and that’s mortgage fraud,” he said. Prior to adopting the ordinances, Humphrey said the city lacked proper land use regulations and, in some cases, was breaking or unable to enforce some laws. He said the goal from the beginning was to do not just the right thing for the community but what the city was legally obligated to do under state and federal guidelines. “A lot of these people try to pretend they’re not commercial businesses. When something goes wrong and you’re caught, it’s a big deal. These are the things that got to be cleaned up for the future and safety of the community,” he said. Humphrey and Flanagan would have to run for election half way through their first terms if more than 200 signatures are obtained on recall petitions. The vote would occur in November.

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Humphrey portrayed as villain by recall supporters BY STAN MADDUX

eople behind the effort to recall New Buffalo Mayor John Humphrey paint him as a nuclear bomb leaving the local economy in ruins by detonating over Chicago. The portrayal was contained in a picture of Humphrey smiling under a mushroom cloud from the make believe nuclear blast. The image was printed on documents that Humphrey alleged contain false information in order to build support for recalling him and city councilman Brian Flanagan. Humphrey said the picture was created and sent to him as a joke by a friend after he moved from Chicago to New Buffalo in 2014. He said the picture was meant to show him at peace and glad to be here away from the turmoil in Chicago. However, a caption under the picture distributed by his opponents describe his policies as the “nuclear option.” His opponents blame him for the recent ban on additional short-term rentals, which they claim will significantly hurt the local economy by discouraging tourists from the Chicago area. Humphrey said the idea behind the ban is to help increase the number of full-time residents and build more of a year round economy. He said he’s exploring his legal options because the picture was taken from his personal Facebook page without his authorization and used to depict him in a false manner. “We’re looking at this overall for various legal things. We don’t know exactly where we’re going yet,” he said. The documents containing the picture also tell residents to be prepared for a series of negative outcomes as a result of his policies. Among the claims is potential higher property taxes because of costly lawsuits challenging the short-term rental ordinance and removal of two residents during the public comment portion of separate city council meetings. Humphrey said the claim is false because municipalities are restricted on how much of an increase in revenue can be collected in property taxes from the previous year and a vast majority of property taxes go to the state and schools. He also said any damages the city would be legally ordered to pay is covered by the city’s insurance policy

and was confident of victory in what he described as claims lacking good legal standing. Other claims include warnings about a significant drop in property values and higher property taxes if the cap on short-term rentals leads to STRs converting back to single family dwellings. A single family dwelling has higher market value when it’s used as a short-term rental and a majority of local taxes are generated by non-homestead or second homeowners. “The result will be a higher tax burden for existing full-time residents,” said the unknown publisher of the material. There’s also mention of a city council member allegedly showing up for meetings and voting on matters while intoxicated. Humphrey said no names were mentioned but the claim is meant to create a false impression about him. “This very easily is defamatory toward me because it doesn’t specify that it’s not me and anybody that knows me more than five minutes knows that’s a joke because I very rarely even drink,” he said.

he mayor is also portrayed in the documents as a bully prohibited from school property because of his “explosive temper.” Humphrey said it was a six month ban imposed last year but not because of any explosive temper. He said he swore in front of two school employees during a school board meeting over a decision he disagreed with on an issue involving his daughter. Humphrey said especially upsetting is some of his private text messages were obtained and printed in the documents. In some of the messages, he calls people “idiots” and viewed one man with disgust for his “pointless rambling.” Humphrey said he has not publicly made disparaging remarks about anyone and it’s not unusual for private messages from people to contain insults. “If I want to make private derogatory statements against people personally that is my right. You cannot make those public and then accuse me of doing something wrong,” he said.

‘Memories of Michigan’ paintings to be featured at Vickers Theater Focusing on the local charm of southwest Michigan, artist Annie Hickman has created a colorful and whimsical collection of 65 acrylic paintings depicting her favorite places in Three Oaks and nearby towns that will be at the Vickers Theater, 6 N. Elm Street in Three Oaks. Opening Thursday, June 30, the show will remain open during theater hours through late August. Each painting will sell for $50, and the proceeds go directly to Vickers Theater. Hickman spent many days camped out sketching the buildings and the park with the cannon and gazebo. She developed her own techniques that combine using black permanent markers and acrylic paint on inexpensive stretched canvas, making the works unique yet affordable. “Living near Three Oaks has given me the opportunity to focus my art on the community I see every day,” said Annie Hickman of Harbert. “I am so inspired by the buildings and parks, I took advantage of having many childhood memories here: shopping for school clothes, going to the beach, the bakeries, and the park.” Hickman’s art has evolved from performance art, from her handmade, basketry-woven costumes to these acrylic paintings that depict the personality and love she has for these buildings. “Some of them look lost in time, but I see the poetry and elegance of their simple grandeur,” she added. The Vickers Theater has a history of exhibitions featuring art of interest to the community. — STAFF REPORTS

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New Buffalo Elementary School’s got talent

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

inging, rapping, playing the piano, and gymnastic feats were just a handful of the talents that graced the stage at the ninth annual New Buffalo Elementary School Talent Show at the New Buffalo Middle/High School Performing Arts Center Friday, June 10. The show was emceed by students Rafe Siewert and JJ Sullivan, who kept everything moving with their steady stream of jokes (“Why do hummingbirds hum? Because they forgot the words”). Christina Beushausen, who teaches music at the elementary school, said the show began 13 years ago to celebrate Music in Our Schools Month, which takes place across the country every March.

Gia Mancinci and Shawna Yech

Emcees Rafe Siewert and JJ Sullivan

Kayleigh Ford and Alivia Sturgill Roar

Third graders Eva and Vivian Gryzwacz, Katiah V and Acacia Baney

Mazzie Bowen and Meredith Johnson

Brother and sister duo Victoria and Jeff Remijas take the stage

Kate Welsh and Fiona Duffner sing Buy Dirt

Makenna Bowers and Annabelle Gross

Chloe Lemiex sings to the crowd

A group of second grade girls sing Count On Me

Rapper Emmett Hannon

Jayda Hotwagner performs gymnastics

Meredith Johnson sings a song to close the show

Serenity Kestner performs gymnastics

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Berrien County Health Department names health officer

uy Miller, who has served as acting health officer of the Berrien County Health Department (BCHD) since November 2021, has been promoted to the permanent role, which became effective Thursday, June 9. The Berrien County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved Miller’s appointment at its June 9 meeting. Miller will continue to lead the 86 budgeted fulltime staff members to implement health department operations and advise public entities on best public health practices in a permanent capacity.

Since stepping into the role, Miller has been instrumental in leading the county’s COVID-19 response and other programs designed to build a stronger, healthier Berrien County community. “In the past seven months as acting health officer, Miller has proven to be an intelligent, compassionate leader who is well-equipped to serve the community in this role

the reach and programming of the health department.”

permanently,” said Berrien County Administrator Brian Dissette. “We are excited to formalize his appointment and work alongside Guy as he continues to expand

rior to his appointment as acting health officer, Miller worked as an epidemiologist at BCHD for six years. He led multiple programs that analyzed local and national data to make the community a healthier place and collaborated across BCHD and other local health

organizations on initiatives to prevent infection and disease. He played a pivotal role as the COVID-19 operations section chief, designing contact tracing programs, testing strategies and disease prevention measures in high-risk facilities. Prior to joining BCHD, Miller worked as a phlebotomist at Mercy Health Partners in Grand Rapids and served as a volunteer medical assistant with Oasis of Hope. He holds a bachelor’s degree in biomedical science from Grand Valley State University and a master’s degree in public health from Walden University in Minneapolis. — STAFF REPORTS

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New Buffalo school board accepts resignations of band director, Spanish teacher

embers of the New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education accepted the resignations, with regret, of two employees who will be heading to Lakeshore Public Schools at their Monday, June 13, meeting. Board members accepted the resignation of bands director Christina Baumann and high school Spanish teacher Luis Sanchez. Baumann, who has been at New Buffalo since 2008, has accepted a position teaching fifth through eighth grade band at Lakeshore Middle School. Sanchez, who has been with the district since 2011, will be teaching high school Spanish at Lakeshore High School. Regarding the open middle school principal position, New Buffalo Area Schools Superintendent Dr. Jeff Leslie said that there have been six applicants and he’ll have a recommendation for the board at their June 27 meeting. Board members approved granting tenure status to Angela Robertson as well as Melissa Forker. The employment of Jamie Bartelheim in the position of recreational aid for weekday afternoon/evenings and every other weekend was approved. Leslie said she’ll be working at the fitness center every other weekend and Monday through Friday from 3:30 to 9 p.m. Board members approved Frank Rowley in the position of morning recreational aid, pending background approval. The employment of Julie Williams in the position of recreational aid every other weekend, pending background approval, was approved. Board members approved employing Morgan Motycka as administrative

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assistant to the athletic director. Leslie said Motycka has been studying athletic administration and coached the girls’ softball team this past spring. Board members heard updates from the district’s counselors as well as the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). Angela Robertson, the elementary school counselor, said that, regarding Tier 1 & 2 support, this year, the 250 students received whole group lessons (29 for kindergarten through fifth grades and seven for prekindergarten); 56 students participated in small group lessons; eight participated in small groups (approximately 40 lessons), two of which were provided by a RESA consultant and Lory’s Place; 91 students received individual counseling sessions; 38 students received ongoing trauma/ behavioral intervention services; and there were 51 parent consultations. New Buffalo Elementary School is a Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) school, and Robertson said that PBIS Tier 1 was finally completed. Community support for staff, students and families continued to be received from organizations such as Toys for Tots, Harbor Country Rotary and Lions Club. Student successes are highlighted throughout the year with events such as February Kindness Month Challenge and the Good Citizenship Trait monthly winners’ donut breakfast. Middle and high school social worker Hilary Cunningham said that this year, she focused on Covid response and student mental health. A monthly parent newsletter was added to the principal’s mailer, with this year’s focus being on “Building a Resilient Family.” With grant funding from United Way of SW Michigan, each student and staff

members (including virtual) were given a Calming Kit that included a calm strip ﬁdget for their devices. Through The Pokagon Fund, the New Buffalo Pandemic Response for Student Wellbeing Initiative Project was awarded to the district, which included a partnership with Willow Tree Counseling that can offer one to one counseling services to students in need of additional mental health support funded through the at no cost to students/families. High school counselor Lisa Price said the Class of 2021 had earned a total of 436 college credits, which included Southwest Michigan College credits for Spanish and music; Purdue Northwest credits, and AP and CLEP exams that students passed. Students take the PSAT/NMSQT, the CLEP three times a year, Michigan Merit Examination (SAT, Workkeys, MSTEP), the AP (English Language, English Literature, Spanish Language and Culture, Biology, Calculus AB, US History, Government, Economics) exam.

ichelle Pliske said that the PTO holds its Bison Stampede (which is all online and doesn’t include selling items) every fall and that the net profit for 2021 was $11,540.75. In April, a recurring grant application was submitted to The Pokagon Fund for the two book vending machines and, if awarded, the PTO and the Rotary have committed to $2,083.33 toward them. Another project included providing clothes to students with accidents during the day. The four-year lease of computer equipment from Apple, Inc., was approved.

Board members approved the purchase of Qubit Networks (which is the Firewall) in the amount of $30,370.32. Board members approved the purchase of Steam building security cameras from Communication Company in the amount of $32,172.91. The purchase to Upgrade District Communication Equipment, in the amount of $62,897.17 from Millennia Technologies was approved as well as the purchase of Promethean Boards from Corporate Image Services, LLC. in the amount of $26,140.00. The purchase of elementary playground equipment from Gametime/Sinclair Recreation for $62,897.17 was approved (Leslie said they’re going with the second option, which has more pieces of equipment). Board members approved the elementary, middle school and high school handbooks for the 2022-2023 school year. Board members amended the 20212022 Budget, as presented per resolution (General Fund, Bison Educational Trust Fund, Food Service Fund, Activity Fund, 2014 Debt Retirement Fund, Public Improvement Fund). Business manager Pano Arvanitis said that 70% of expenses are payroll and benefits, with the other 30% being what the district uses to fund everything else (such as operations as well as any classroom and technology needs). For this year, total revenues were $17,963,427, which includes all the Covid money. Expenditures were approximately $18,523,847, which leads to about a $560,000 deficit for the year. The fund balance as of June 30 will be $4,470,278. Board members approved Crystal Flash as the supplier of fuel products for 20222023.

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SPORTS From the Bleachers COLUMN BY KURT MARGGRAF IN CHICAGO

he question that is haunting me lately is, how much is enough? I wonder about this on a variety of subjects and levels, and I believe that in many cases, it’s not enough unless you have it all. I guess it’s natural to want everything, but if we could lessen our demands, our society would surely benefit. I’m going to begin with a baseball example because that is the subject I think most often about. Old school baseball had star players, who made a lot of money; however, the rank-and-file players basically were paid a livable wage. I remember reading a story about Rocky Colavito of the Cleveland Indians having to work during the off season at a furniture store. Baseball fans in Cleveland got to meet Rocky and maybe even buy a sofa or something from him. New school baseball has most players going to Florida or California because they make so much money, they can go wherever they want (usually the warmer climates). But owners got greedy, players revolted and free agency happened. Now, owners make billions, players make millions and fans have to pay $16.98 for a beer and a hotdog at Wrigley Field. The Cubs, my favorite team, are not good right now and their payroll is not high; however, they still decided to raise prices for their food. On the other hand, the World Series champion Atlanta Braves lowered prices this season and you can get a hotdog, waffle fries and a soft drink for seven bucks (and the soft drinks

come with unlimited refills). By the way, a beer is just $5. I appreciate the Ricketts family for leading the Cubs to a World Series victory, but they have fallen woefully short since then. They seem to have forsaken their fandom so they can make a couple of billion dollars more. Let’s turn to golf. The PGA tour has been the only game in town. The best players play and they play for a lot of money. I don’t know enough about them to pass judgment, but some players didn’t think they were making enough money, so when some backers from Saudi Arabia decided to compete, some golfers jumped ship, to the LIV. Their first tournament was this weekend and Charl Schwartzel, the 126th ranked player in the world, won the tournament. Second, third and fourth went to players ranked 133,123 and 327. Phil Mickelson said the Saudi backers were “scary MF’ers.” The winners of the PGA tours Canadian Open, on the other hand, were ranked 3, 5, 15, and 9 - obviously, better golfers on the PGA. The reason for playing on the LIV: more money. The winner of the PGA tournament, Rory McIlroy, earned $1.566 million of the $8.7 million purse, while Schwartzel won $4 million of the $20 million purse. Seriously, how much is enough? Socrates said, “He who is not contented with what he has, would not be contented with what he would like to have.” Be careful out there. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

Success is not an accident, success it’s actually a choice. — Steph Curry

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Local actor in commercial nominated for Emmy BY STAN MADDUX

t was like sinking a hole in one for a caddy at a New Buffalo golf course that had the lead role in a funny TV commercial nominated for an Emmy. Leonard Sales was the lead actor in a commercial that aired primarily in the Indianapolis area last year. Sales played “Chad,” an office worker making fun of a co-worker portrayed in a dinosaur costume for not changing with the times. The dinosaur, who looked irritated by his remarks, later switched from a vehicle burning gasoline to an electric car.

At the end of the commercial, the character played by Sales is standing next to a gasoline pump as the dinosaur driving by the filling station says, “Who’s the dinosaur now, Chad.” Sales said he hopes the producers of the commercial being nominated for an Emmy opens more doors to his acting career. “Just to be part of a project that gets this kind of notoriety is special. The more opportunities you get to work with talented people, it really does help your career in more ways than one,” he said. The Emmy nomination was for commercials broadcast in

the Midwest region. Sales is a caddy at the Dunes Club, a private nine hole golf course on Marquette Road. The LaPorte resident also runs a business at home repairing golf clubs. Sales and his fiancée, Rachel McGinley, portrayed shoppers in the filming of a commercial two years ago for Aaron’s Furniture. Sales was in one other commercial for Maker’s Mark Whiskey. The 2010 LaPorte High School graduate never tried out for any of the plays at school.

ales said he was interested but didn’t take seriously his desire to perform on stage until 2014 before enrolling at the Acting School Chicago. “If you don’t do it now you’re going to wake up when you’re 40 one day and you’re not going to have a chance to do it,” he said. A year later, he joined the famous Second City theater group in Chicago to further his skills and trained in the same room as the late Chris Farley. Second City is where other famous comedian/actors, such as Dan Akroyd and

Stephen Colbert, cut their teeth. Sales has also performed in nearly a dozen films and served on work crews for television shows. He’s auditioned for many other productions with help from an agent he hired to provide him with job opportunities. “I always knew it was going to be kind of tough to break into the industry. It still is but I surrounded myself with a lot of the right people. They really kind of gave me a helping hand and showed me the way,” he said.

Lakeside Garden Walk returning next weekend

he Lakeside Garden Walk will be back from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 25. Happening every three years, this year’s event will capture a unique blend of shoreline

residences, community gardens, and country estates. Eight gardens will represent a variety of settings that display interest in design, passion for gardening, and distinctive style. Tickets are available online at www.

thelakesideassociation.com. Tickets can also be purchased at Alapash in Three Oaks, Sawyer Garden Center, and Whistle Stop. Tickets are $35 in advance and $45 after June 20. The event is sponsored by The

Lakeside Association of Harbor Country’s Lakeside, Michigan. All proceeds will go to the Scholarship Fund benefiting high school seniors in the River Valley School District. —

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Fire rescue boat paying dividends

new fire department lake rescue boat with ability to fight house fires near the shoreline is already reaping dividends in LaPorte. The over 22 foot boat docked in Pine Lake during the summer is also used to reach people seriously injured from mishaps in the water. After it first arrived in August, firefighters used the fast moving watercraft to reach an individual partially paralyzed from a water skiing accident on Pine Lake and a person floating on her life jacket with a broken leg after falling in between a dock and boat. “It’s been paying off,” said LaPorte Fire Chief Andy Snyder. The boat, which is equipped with lights and a siren, has not responded to any major rescue calls since being put back in the water in May. However, it was used recently to put out a fire in a wooded area beside Stone Lake. Snyder said it appears a trash can was intentionally set ablaze. After catching some debris on the ground on fire, the flames spread a short distance into the woods. The boat raced across Pine Lake and through a channel to Stone Lake to put out the fire from the shoreline, with two water guns on the deck emitting up to 750 gallons of water a minute. Snyder said the fire, which was about 75 feet from the boat, was well within reach of the guns, which can send water at a distance of about 150 feet. He said a truck would not have been able to get close enough for hoses to reach the fire, which deep in a wooded area near Cummings Lodge. “Luckily, the deck guns were able to reach it from the lake and they extinguished the fire,” he said. The tips of the water guns can be removed and equipped with hoses if water has to be carried on foot to fires at greater distances

BY STAN MADDUX

away. A pump on the boat draws water from the lake. He said the boat could also be called to assist with house fires if narrow roads make it too difficult for trucks to quickly reach some of the lakefront dwellings or extra time is needed to tap into fire hydrants, which are not always conveniently located around the lakes. “This just supplements what we would be able to do from the road,” he said. Snyder said the boat costing $104,000 has a 200 horse power engine and doors that open and close to the surface of the water to slide patients inside.

he boat replaces an old, much smaller watercraft still in service for any rescues on much smaller bodies of water in the city, like Clear Lake and Fish Trap Lake. That boat has just a 15 horse power engine and no doors, which forces patients to be lifted over the edge and pulled in. The old boat also doesn’t have a built in water suppression system. Snyder said the old boat kept at the fire station also has to be transported to the lakes while the new boat is able to remain docked, which increases response times further on the heaviest used bodies of water. Capt. Scott Wilson said the new boat is also equipped with sonar to locate bodies or even air bubbles from someone beneath the water before they drown. “Hopefully, we never have a body recovery. We have had them in the past. This will make it a lot quicker and easier for us to find them and if we can get to somebody in the right amount of time hopefully be able to rescue them,” he said. Snyder said the Healthcare Foundation of LaPorte paid half the cost of the boat. “Hopefully, we will not have a lot of use for it this year but it’s there is we need it,” Snyder said.

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Celebrating 70 years of the ‘World’s Largest Flag Day Parade’ Miss and Mr. Three Oaks and River Valley royalty

Journeyman Distillery represented in the parade

Grand Marshal Gloria Priest rides in a go-cart driven by Emma Whitlow

Abe Lincoln rides aboard The Region of Three Oaks Museum 1977 Oldsmobile

Members of the River Valley softball conference district champions have fun with paradegoers

Froehlich's decorated a 30th anniversary birthday float

Three Oaks Village President Richard Smith emcees the parade

The Guardian Riders ride down Elm Street

River Valley Softball Conference District champions have some fun during the parade

Shriner Mini Bikes

Flag Day Prince Isaac Cummings

The Gemini Lawn and Garden truck rides down Elm Street

Members of the Mid-America Cowgirls Rodeo Drill Team waves to the crowd

The annual Grandma and Grandpa Build a Float float

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or the 70th year, residents and visitors converged on the streets of downtown Three Oaks for what has long been billed as the “World’s Largest Flag Day Parade” the afternoon of Sunday, June 12. The parade lived up to its name this year, as it featured more than 100 units. As was tradition, the parade opened with six Harley Davidson Road King Police Motorcycles from the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office Motorcycle Unit. Other units that made their way down Elm Street were the Three Oaks American Legion Post 204 Color Guard, the parade’s grand marshal, Gloria Priest (who completed her basic training in Fort Lee in Virginia and was assigned to Ft. Belvoir in Virginia), the Miss/Mr. Three Oaks/River Valley Royal Court, Mid-American Cowgirls Rodeo Team, and the usual endless stream of tractors and antique cars. The parade was emceed by none other than Richard Smith, president of the Village of Three Oaks.

The Michigan City Soul Steppers rile up the crowd

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Pat Rickerman drives his 1997 Urial Sportsman, Russian 2 Wheel Drive Motorcycle

The Michiana Corvette Club was well represented

Berrien Springs royalty waves to the crowd

The TAG Art Company Stilt walker

The Chikaming Township and Three Oaks police departments ride in the parade

Members of the Rebecca Dewey Chapter NS- DAR march down Elm Street

Royalty from the 4 Flags Area Apple Festival

George Lucas (running for state representative) for the 38th district) throws candy to the crowd

Bridgman royalty waves to the crowd

The Berrien County Honor Guard marches down Elm Street

Pet Parade winner Bella the Bulldog was all smiles

Members of the Red Arrow Raiders carry banners bearing the Red Banner sponsors

Radio Harbor Country and Harbor Country Arts car drives down Elm Street

Berrien County Sheriff's Office Motorcycle Unit kicks off festivities

The River Valley High School Marching Mustangs

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Young athletes had fun with water during the parade

Niles royalty waves to the crowd

Tractors from the River Valley Antique Power Association ride down Elm Street

The 4-A's Club was represented on Elm Street

The Orak Shrine Oriental Band from Michigan City

Members of Baroda royalty

State Rep. Brad Paquette

The Three Oaks Township Fire Department engine makes its way down Elm Street

The Michiana Clowns goof off on Elm Street

The Paradigm Drumline of Milwaukee riles up the crowd

The LaPorte County EZ Riders Drill Team

The Three Oaks American Legion Post 204 Color Guard marches down Elm Street

The Lest We Forget vehicle drives down Elm Street

Paradegoers along Elm Street wave their American flags

The River Valley Antique Power Association was well represented on Elm Street

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PUBLIC NOTICES

NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP NOTICE OF JOINT SPECIAL MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING ADULTUSE RECREATIONAL MARIHUANA ESTABLISHMENTS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a joint special meeting of the New Buffalo Township Board and the New Buffalo Township Planning Commission will be held at the Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Highway, New Buffalo, MI 49117, on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. At this meeting, the Township Board and Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the potential authorization of Adult-Use Recreational Marihuana Establishments in the Township and other matters that may come before the public bodies. Anyone may appear in person or by counsel and make a comment during the public hearing. The Township Board and Township Planning Commission are also receiving written comments

at the Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Highway, New Buffalo, MI 49117. Written comments must be received by the Township prior to the start of the public hearing on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. The Township of New Buffalo complies with the “Americans with Disabilities Act.” If auxiliary aids or services are required at a public meeting for individuals with disabilities, please contact Judy Zabicki, Township Clerk, at least three (3) business days prior to any such meeting. JUDY ZABICKI, TOWNSHIP CLERK

a Secretary of State branch office, or other designated state agency. Registration forms can be obtained at mi.gov/vote and mailed to the City Clerk. Voters who are already registered may update their registration at www.expressSOS.com. The last day to register in any manner other than inperson with the local clerk is Monday, July 18, 2022. After this date, anyone who qualifies as an elector may register to vote in person with proof of residency (MCL 168.497) at the City of New Buffalo Clerk’s office, located at 224 W. Buffalo Street, New Buffalo, MI 49117 at the following times. Regular business hours Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, July 30th from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Election Day, Tuesday, August 2nd from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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Full text of the ballot proposal may be obtained at City Hall City Clerk’s office 224 W. Buffalo Street, New Buffalo, MI 49117, telephone at 269-469-1500. A sample ballot may be viewed at mi.gov/vote. Persons with disabilities needing accommodations should contact the clerk’s office. AMY FIDLER CITY CLERK

Elsie Earl Studios partnering with Dunes Summer Theatre to give to the local arts

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

his summer, a New Buffalo resident is using her love of all things creative to give back to those who throw their passions into the arts. Loretta Richey Friend has partnered with the Dunes Arts Foundation by arranging for classes to be taught in the Dunes Summer Theatre’s Clay Cabin at 288 Shady Oak Drive in Michiana Shore, Indiana, with all proceeds going to the theater. Classes include wheel throwing; poured painting; 3D painting for individuals, families, and groups; Coffee and Canvas for groups (work groups, families, Bachelorettes, Birthdays, etc.); and a miniatures workshop. Friend, who formally had Elsie Earl Studios in New Buffalo, said she had attended some plays at the theatre last year. “They have a whole new group running the theatre now…They didn’t have the manpower and had only a few people to get people seated and looked like they needed help,” she said. She volunteered to be an usher to seat people during play. It was while she was seating people that she got to know the manager, who told her that they also needed help with running their rustic cabin in the woods. “She convinced me to take

over the whole thing,” Friend A said. Friend reached out to instructors to teach each course. Right away, classes started booking up. While the 3-D painting class doesn’t p officially start until June 21, t she said she has a 12-member w group coming in June 17 for them class. While classes will be held T in the cabin, she said that some may be held outdoors. Classes run for the entire summer. Spots are still available in the classes. For more information on times and o i class details and to signup, visit w www.elsieearlstudios.com or y contact Friend by text or email at 734-646-6633 and Loretta@ G elsieearlstudios.com.

nce summer ends, Friend hopes to keep the artistic c vibes up and y running through w the rest of the year. In the fall, c she hopes to also do ballroom y dancing and improv classes C – which were offered at her former New Buffalo studio - at the theatre. Seeing others throw themselves into a creative endeavor for the first time is b one of Friend’s main drivers fors s arranging the classes. b “It’s exciting for people who are just beginning to be given the opportunity to try something new – it’s always fun to see how excited they are,” she said.

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HOR0SCOPE JUNE 16-22, 2022

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

Pay attention to what you are doing this week, especially when working with your hands. Avoid getting lost in thought or doing activities on autopilot. On another note, you will be ready to make some new connections now and will be motivated to do so by the need for more intimacy.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22

This is a great time to network and expand your social connections. Don’t be afraid to go to new places and try new things, even if you have to go alone. Find a new niche for your quirky side. Perhaps a drum circle or art class, somewhere you can just relax and totally be yourself.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20

Address relationship issues from the standpoint of finding common ground. Don’t let personal preferences or differences be a big issue now. Look for the connections and the experiences that are shared, rather than focusing on disparities. Acceptance and harmony can be realized.

You may overestimate what others can and can’t do right now, and it may lead to some conversations about control issues or expectations. Your ideas about what is important may change a bit over the week, which will help you communicate your ideas and feelings more readily.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22

Reconnect your career with your emotions. Start enjoying what you do. Virgo is a very hard worker but can sometimes get caught up in the political side of things at the work place. Take some time this week to align your business practices with your heart and healing center.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21

You’re going to have to change things up this week, especially your approach or style of persuasion if you want to communicate what’s important to you. Even changing your appearance will cross your mind. Be sure any changes you make reflect the real you. No phonies.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 It’s time to get out and explore. Take a road trip or get out on the beach and let the warm breeze feed your emotions. New adventures or new information that connects the heart and head or awakens your creative side will help you understand the people around you more.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20

There are a lot of new vibes coming in for you this week, which will lighten the mood and help you let go of any old baggage that’s been weighing you down. Get ready for some refreshment and a rejuvenating of sorts. It’s all about creating new links and branching out.

Be sure to engage in more outdoor activities this week. If you don’t make time for fun and adventure, you run the risk of totally blowing deadlines or work commitments. Give yourself that gift of a night out or a day at the beach. Balance those long hours with lazy walks in the sand.

Get connected with your healing nature and ability to provide for others this week. Incorporate the idea of providing help or support into your business model. Approach your job or coworkers with more empathy. Get to know your colleagues on a more personal level. Embrace any new passions with fluidity. Don’t try to keep things too organized. Let them progress naturally. Even though Aquarius doesn’t normally try to control things, you will have a tendency to over analyze or compartmentalize creative ideas or romantic feelings this week.

It’s important to make your home feel more secure and stable this week. Don’t be afraid to tell certain people that their vibe is bringing you down or your landlord about repairs that need to be addressed. If there are repairs or things you can do on your own, don’t put them off any longer.

In law a man is guilty when he violates the rights of others. In ethics he is guilty if he only thinks of doing so. — Immanuel Kant

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PUBLIC NOTICES New Buffalo Townshp Water Quality Analysis

The Table below list all the EPA regulated contaminants detected in the Townships drinking water during 2021. All contaminants detected were belo allowable limits. Distribution system

MRDL 4.0 4.0

MRDLG 4.0 4.0

Annual Running Average 0.88 1.15

MRDL

Annual Running Average

Highest single sample

Total Trihalomat-hanes

62.0

Range of Detection 62.0 (single sample)

Total Haloacetic Acids

2.50

2.5 (single sample)

MCLG or MRDLG

Level Detected

Substance

NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP WATER DEPARTMENT WATER QUALITY REPORT 2021 This past year, as in all past years your drinking water has met all EPA and State drinking water standards. Everyday New Buffalo Township strives to provide their Township water customers with the safest drinking water possible. This report will show that we have been meeting those goals. The Township purchases its drinking water from Michigan City, Indiana. We also pump City of New Buffalo water into our system for use at the Four Winds Casino. Both communities use Lake Michigan as their water source. Source Assessment Because our water source is Lake Michigan, the State of Michigan has performed an assessment to determine how susceptible that source would be to contamination. Because of the “open” source that it is, it rated at “moderately high” level. It is important that you know both Michigan City and the City of New Buffalo sample and test their respective waters 365 days a year. New Buffalo Township is also required by EGLE and the EPA to take various samples on a regular basis. This is a combined effort to make sure your drinking water is safe. New Buffalo Township feels very confident with our source suppliers. This report includes both Water Quality Data sheets from our two suppliers. Health and Safety Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate the water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health affects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). Contaminants that might be expected to be in source water (untreated water) include: • M icrobial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife. • Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. • P esticides and herbicides, which may come from

Free Chlorine Residual Total Chorine Residual Additional Distribution Substance

Highest 0.97 1.25

Range of Detection .75 -.97 1.01-1.25

Violation Yes/No no no

Sources of Substance Water additive used Water additive used

Violation Yes/No

Sources of Substance

By-Product of Disinfection

Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Regulated Substance

MCL, TT, or MRDL

Hexafluoropropylene oxide dimer acid (HFPO-DA) (ppt)

370

Perfluorobutane sulfonic acid (PFBS) (ppt)

420

Perfluorohexane sulfonic acid (PFHxS) (ppt)

N/A

Perfluorohexanoic acid (PFHxA) (ppt)

400,000

Perfluorononanoic acid (PFNA) (ppt)

Perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) (ppt)

N/A

Year Sampled

2021

Violation Yes/No

Typical Source of Contaminant

Discharge and waste from Industrial facilities utilizing Gen X chemical process.

N/A

N/D

N/A

2021

Discharge and waste from industrial facilities; Stain resistant treatments.

N/A

N/D

N/A

2021

Firefighting foam: Discharge and waste from industrial facilites.

N/A

N/D

N/A

2021

N/A

N/D

N/A

2021

Firefighting foam; Discharge from electroplating facilities; Discharge and waste from industrial facilities

Discharge and waste from industrial facilites; Stain resitant treatments.

8 N/A

N/D

N/A

2021

Firefighting foam: Discharge and waste from industrial facilites. Discharge and waste from industrial facilities; breakdown of precourser compounds.

2021

N/A

Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) (ppt)

N/D

Range

Regulated at Customers Tap 90th Range of Number of EPA's EPA's percentile Typical Source of Contaminant Results Samples Action MCLG detected Substance Level Above AL Copper* (ppb) 1300 1300 2 0-4 0 Corrosion of household plumbing Lead* (ppb) 15 0 0.2 .0 -1.3 0 Corrosion of household plumbing *Lead & Copper- some monitoring is done less than once a year. Lead & Copper results were from 2019, our next sampling cycle will be 2022. It should be noted that New Buffalo Township had an error in its' 2020 Consumer Confidence Report. The Lead Results were reported as "ppm", when they should have been reported in "ppb" which is the EPA standard. The numerical value was correct. Changes were made to correct this error.

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PUBLIC NOTICES a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses. • Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can, also, come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems. • R adioactive contaminants, which can be naturallyoccurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. To ensure that the tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations which limit the number of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. EPA regulations establish limits for contamination in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health. Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immunocompromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/ CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (1-800-426-4791) or visit (www.epa.gov/ogwdw). Information about Lead: If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. Infants and children who drink water containing lead could experience delays in their physical or mental development. Children could show slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. Adults who drink this water over many years could develop kidney problems or high blood pressure. New Buffalo Township is responsible for providing high quality drinking water but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking and cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline, 1-800-426-4791 or at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead. Note: It should be noted that New Buffalo Township had an error in its’ 2020 Consumer Confidence Report. The Lead Results were reported as “ppm”, when they should have been reported as “ppb” which is the EPA standard. The numerical number was correct. Changes have been made to correct this error. If you have any questions regarding this report or any questions regarding your water utility you may attend any

Water Quality Analysis The chart that follows the definitions lists the highest recorded level in Michigan City in 2021 and the highest allowed by the USEPA. Michigan City water has met all EPA requirements. Definitions MCL: Maximum Contaminant Level, the highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water, if applicable. MCLG: Maximum Contaminant Level Goal, the level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health, if applicable. MRDL: Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level, the highest level of disinfectant allowed in drinking water. MRDLG: Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal, the level of drinking water disinfectant below which there is no know or expected risk to health. AL: Action level, the concentration of a contaminant, which if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements, which a water system must follow. TT: Treatment Technique, a required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water. NTU: Nephelometric Turbidity Unit, is the measure of clarity of the water mg/l: milligrams per liter, a measurement for concentration equivalent to ppm = one part per million ug/l: micrograms per liter, measurement for concentration equivalent to ppb = one part per billion pCi/l: picocuries per liter, a measurement of radiation P*: Potential violation, one that is likely to occur in the near future, subject to other applicable requirements. ND: Not detected, the result was not detected at or below the analytical method detection level. TT**: Special Note on Turbidity: The turbidity treatment technique (TT) requires that at least 95% of the total combined effluent turbidity samples shall not exceed 0.3 NTU (1.0 NTU for slow sand and diatomaceous earth filtration systems). At least 95% is required to be in compliance. In addition, the maximum turbidity level cannot exceed 1.0 NTU at any time. Level 1 Assessment: A Level 1 Assessment is a study of the water system to identify potential problems and determine (if possible) why total coliform bacteria have been found in our water system.

Date

Contaminant

MCL

MCLG

Unit

Result

Min

Max

Sites over AL

Violation

6/15/2021

Barium

mg/L

0.023

6/15/2021

Fluoride

mg/L

0.9

6/15/2021

Nitrate-Nitrite (as N)

mg/L

0.36

6/15/2021

Sodium

N/A

mg/L

8.2

6/15/2021

Bromodichloromethane

N/A

ug/L

3.4

6/15/2021

Chloroform

N/A

ug/L

3.6

6/15/2021

Dibromochloromethane

N/A

ug/L

1.7

2021

Total Trihalomethanes

ug/L

12.3

7.6

18.4

2021

Total Haloacetic Acids

0.88

ug/L

1.8

MRDL =4

MRDLG =4

mg/L

1.12

0.15

2.2

mg/L

1.56

1.02

2.31

TT**

97%

100%

NTU

1.00

0.02

1.00

2021

Chloramines

2021

Total Organic Carbon

2021

Turbidity (lowest percentage)

2021

Turbidity (Maximum level)

2021

Total Coliform (40/month)

Valid until 12/31/2023

Lead (90th percentile)

15 (AL)

ug/L

9.1

Valid until 12/31/2023

Copper (90th percentile)

1.3 (AL)

1.3

mg/L

0.23

1.17

Likely Sources Discharge of drilling wastes; Discharge from metal refineries; Erosion of natural deposits Water additive that promotes strong teeth; Erosion of natural deposits; Discharges from fertilizer and aluminum factories. Erosion of natural deposits; Runoff from fertilizers; Leaching from septic systems and sewers. Metals; Erosion of natural deposits. Byproduct of drinking water chlorination Byproduct of drinking water chlorination Byproduct of drinking water chlorination Byproduct of drinking water chlorination Byproduct of drinking water chlorination Water additive used to control microbes Naturally present in the environment Soil runoff Soil runoff Naturally present in the environment Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits Erosion of natural deposits; Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Leaching from wood preservatives

No : Coliforms are bacteria that are naturally present in the environment and are used as an indicator that other, potentially harmful, waterborne pathogens may be present or that a potential pathway exists through which contamination may enter the drinking water distribution system. We found coliforms indicating the need to look for potential problems in the water treatment or distribution. When this occurs we are required to conduct assessment(s) to identify problems and to correct any problems that were found during these assessments. During the past year we were required to conduct one (1) Level 1 Assessment. One (1) Level 1 Assessment was completed. In addition, we were required to take one (1) corrective action and we completed one (1) action.

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e all have remembrances from our school days - not just the fun high school days, but the elementary school experience as well. My experience involved mixed emotions but was positive overall. We had moved from a small town, where I was enrolled in the second grade when we moved. I entered the new school somewhat aghast at its modernity. Everything felt fresh and nice, and the kindergarten even had a fountain. My second-grade teacher was very nice and a good teacher. It was when we had to learn the reading and spelling program, which required a lot of memorizations - not my strong point, which is why I can't remember what it was called. The playground was the only exception to the quality of the school, as it was largely dirt and clay. Instead, we got an expensive baseball mitt, which did not catch the large softball well (I hated it). Lunch time was very organized, as you had to sit with your class. I could not eat the cod fish that they often served. I learned to stuff it all in my mouth and then run outside and spit it out. I adored my fourth-grade teacher. She was young and glamorous and so nice and drove a new Studebaker and lived in a new house in the town’s best area. She had a handsome husband, too. Unfortunately, she contracted polio and had to be put in a machine. She was so nice and so warm and fuzzy, and it was a tragedy that she became a victim of the iron lung. The art teacher, who came only once a week, was very special to me. She said I reminded her of her son, who was killed in WWII. She was in my life for the next seven years and treated me like her son. When I went to the high school, there was no art being taught; however,

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