B. I. News on the 'Net, June 18-24, 2012
4th of July Parade to Be Streamed Live on the Internet
With the help of Eric and Dana, owners of the Shamrock, Harbour Market, and the Beachcomber, Beaver Island News on the 'Net will be streaming the 4th of July Parade live on the Internet. Subscribers can access the live video at a Live Streaming Video link below or anyone can access the live video at this link: http://beaverislandnews.com/2012%20Live%20Streaming%20Video%20Page.htm
If you have to be off island for this holiday, or you just can't make it downtown, you will be able to see the parade on the Internet at the above link. This is a public service provided by Beaver Island News on the 'Net.
Visiting Doctors at BIRHC
Family Medicine doctors from the University of Michigan will be visiting Beaver Island throughout the rest of June and July. They are here to help out, become acquainted with the facility, and see patients.
Meet Dr. Magaret Riley
Jon Bonadeo's New Boat
Coming in to the harbor at about 3 a.m. today, June 25, 2012, this new boat is a "48 foot, 1939 Burger motor yacht. It is all original, right down to the diesel engine. It took, overall, a week to get back to the island, via Sturgeon Bay and Washington Island, running on two out of four cylinders, then three, then one, then two. Got in at 3am last night."
This new addition to Bonadeo Boat Charters should provide another unique opportunity for visitors to Beaver Island.
Brad Grassmick for Peaine Township Trustee
Click HERE to read Brad Grassmick's Position Statement
Osprey Update
There are several reports out there that the ospreys are not nesting on top of the microwave tower. There reports are not true. The ospreys have built a much deeper nest than seen in other years, and you can only see the ospreys if they perch on the side of the nest,. For whatever reason, the osprey are not spending much time in the dead trees on the Graves' property, although they have been seen there about once per week. Here is a picture of one osprey on the edge of the nest on Sunday, June 24, 2012.
From the west side of the nest......from the east side of the nest
Without a webcam up on this tower, it is very difficult to know if there are eggs up there or whether the eggs have hatched due to the height of the sides of the nest this year. Perhaps patience will be found to stand by the nest and check on the young ospreys after they hatch and begin to practice the wing movement for flight. If you look closely at the video clip below, you can see movement in the nest by at least one baby osprey,. Wouldn't it be great to be able to see into this nest using a webcam?
Look for movement in the osprey nest to the left of the adult osprey
Free Kid's Golf Lessons
Larry Roy will be giving free golf lessons to kids on Thursday nights at 7 p.m.
Our Mysterious Inland Lakes
The Beaver Island Reader, Spring 2012
This book has just been released to benefit the Beaver Island Writers' Group, and all the unaffiliated writers on or connected to Beaver Island. These 34 writers contributed their work, both to demonstrate the broad range of interesting voices currently writing about Beaver Island events and to help launch an ongoing venue in which writers can express their work. Not everyone appreciates every piece it contains, but the early response has been unanimous, that, taken together, the collection is a wonderful step toward elevating Island writing to the pinnacle enjoyed by Island music, art, and craftsmanship.
Help Eliminate Spotted Knapweed at Little Sand Bay
Jerry Sowa Memorial Golf Outing Results
(Pictures by Frank Solle)
The tee time for the Sowa tournament today was at 1:30 p.m. It was an excellent day for a golf tournament with the weather forecast: clear in the morning, then partly cloudy. High of 75F. Winds from the SSW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 20%.
Host for the tournament, John Works
Buck Ridgeway, the organizer of the tournament
Eight teams participated with four members on each team. One team was all ladies, but the other seven teams were men. The tournament started with a traditional John Works canon fire to signal tee time for the eight teams spread out on different holes.
The winner of the tournament was the team made up of Frank Solle, Kevin Stipp, Bob Evans, and Mike Sowa. They came in with a score of two under par 33.
Mike, Kevin, Frank, and Bob
Two teams tied for second place with a score of 35. So a playoff hole was to be necessary.
This team teed off first on the playoff hole: Buck Ridgeway, Howard Davis, Ivan Young, and Joe Moore
The other team in the playoffs had only two members left at the course: Rob Latimer and Jeff Mestelle
The rules for the playoff hole involved an elimination type. Since the drive chosen for the first team was the ball hit by Joe Moore, Joe was not able to participate in the rest of the hole. Since Jeff's drive was chosen,only Rob could hit the second shot.
Rob Latimer hit an excellent shot putting his team's ball on the green.
Howard hit the second shot, as did Buck and Ivan for their team.
Since Buck Ridgeway's second shot was used, that put Buck out of participation.
Howard and Ivan gave it a try for a chip in, but neither one went into the hole.
Jeff sunk the putt for a birdie win for his team.
Congratulations to Jeff and Rob from Ivan and Buck on the green of the only playoff hole.
A wonderful golf outing was had by all!!
Video of the Jerry Sowa Memorial Golf Outing
Beaver Island Jurassic Carp
Story, photos and video about Beaver Island Jurassic Carp
http://mattsbucket.blogspot.com/2012/06/jurassic-carp.html
Indian Trails Bus to Have Stop in Charlevoix
This new service will allow BIBCO to be the transfer location for the Indian Trails Busline. This links the Beaver Island Boat Company with many other transportation networks. Read the story HERE.
Women's Prayer Luncheon Cancelled
It is with much regret that the Women's Prayer Luncheon scheduled for this Saturday June 23rd @ at the Gregg Fellowship Center will be cancelled.
May you Bless and be Blessed !!
if you have any questions please feel free to call Kate @2056
The Pre-Sunset of Colors at Donegal Bay
Hoping to get a nice sunset picture with all the clouds visible in the sky, a trip to Donegal Bay was in order. Normally, the trip wouldn't take place until ten or fifteen minutes before sunset, but last night seemed like a night to go watch the lake for a while and then enjoy the sunset. It's a good thing that this decision was made because you really couldn't see the sun set due to the front moving northwest of the archipelago, which actually blocked out the sunset. The pre-sunset colors were wonderful however.
The looks of the sunset with normal lens....then a zoom lens.....then a normal lens once more
And then the front moved through blocking the view of the sunset, but beautiful rays were shining above the clouds.
Video of the Pre-Sunset
Flag Flying at Whiskey Point
The flag is now flying again at the point. Thank you to those who took it down, fixed it, and put it back up.
Where's My Dinner
This squirrel is looking for his dinner of corn, but the bag was empty. He looked all over the front yard even up on the front deck.
Incumbent Rick Speck Running for St. James Township Supervisor
Bill Haggard Running for St. James Township Supervisor
An Invitation to the Public from the NRESC
Ellie Hohn Passes Away
A thank you to the community
We would like to offer a deeply heart-felt thank you to everyone in the community who supported us over the past few weeks during the passing of our mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. To everyone who brought food and goodies while many of us were there early on, your generosity was much appreciated (and very tasty). To those who send cards and emails, who gave flowers, and who offered support wherever and whenever our paths crossed, we thank you for your caring concern. To those who stopped by to visit and those who took turns sitting with Ellie during this trying time, please know how much that meant to us and to her, as we are sure you do. To Beth Ann and Beth who were there with us throughout, you made this difficult time so much more bearable; we're sure we couldn't have done this without you. And to dear Kate, Ellie's friend and neighbor, for all you have done for so long, saying thank you will never be enough. Ninety years makes for a full life, but having the opportunity to spend over 50 of those years connected to the family that is Beaver Island only makes it more so.
A memorial service has been planned for this August 25th at CMU. In addition to the service there will be a pig roast and pot luck dinner. More details will be forthcoming. In lieu of flowers, Ellie requested donations be made to either the Forest View Senior Housing Project or the Garden Project at the B.I. Rural Health Center.
Again, we thank all of you for helping us through this passage.
The family of Jane Eleanor “Ellie” Hohn – Sue and Frank Solle, Cathy Hohn and John Normile, Tom and Lucy Hohn, Mike and Kathy Hohn; Scott and Anne Solle, Maya (Normile) and Sean Cotton, Ian Normile, Christina (Hohn) and Geoff Haisty, Jesse and Brittany Hohn, Matt and Ewa Hohn, Melissa (Hohn) and Jason Hallack, Joel and Jessica Hohn, Michael Hohn, Brittney Hohn; Rylan and Callie Cotton, Allie and Stella Haisty, EllieSue Hohn, Isabell Hallack, Caleb and Cooper Hohn, and Cameron Hohn.
Island Airways Announces Air Ambulance Certification
The following was posted on Island Airways facebook page a little after 6 p.m. tonight, June 20, 2012:
"Island Airways has received FAA approval to provide air ambulance services. The FAA inspected our stretcher and stretcher installation today. It is now a matter a finalizing a few pieces of paperwork. We are very excited about this added service. If you have any questions or would like to discuss this, please do not hesitate to contact us (angel@islandairways.com; pwelke@islandairways.com; or 231 448 2374). "
Beaver Island News on the 'Net would be proud to post a copy of this certificate once Island Airways receives it.
News from Stoney Acres
WINE Down Wednesday $1 off a Glass & $3 off a Bottle
THURSDAY'S ...STONEY'S FAMOUS & TENDER Baby Back
BBQ RIBS !
FRIDAY'S ...Yellow Lake PERCH & Fresh WHITEFISH !
SATURDAY'S...STEAK Specials ... SIZZLERS 8oz, RIBEYES 10oz, NY'S 12oz, & a One Pound PORTERHOUSE !
SUNDAY'S ...Complimentary HOT DOG Buffet Noon-5pm &
Happy Hour ALL DAY! Jim & Pam's PIZZA 5-8:30...Home Made & Yummy!
HAPPY HOUR Daily MON-SAT 2-6
High Standards, Great Quality, Low Prices!
Our best to you,
Liam, Marilyn & the Stoney Staff
Men's Golf League Results Week #6
| 2012 MEN'S SUMMER GOLF LEAGUE | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| WEEK #6 RESULTS AND STANDINGS | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| PLACE: | TEAM | TEAMS: | S. | P. | T.P. | T.S. | S.AVE. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1 | 6 | Bob E. & Ron M. | 43 | 8 | 75 | 257 | 42.83 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2 | 4 | John-Doug | 37 | 12 | 73 | 228 | 38.00 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3 | 9 | Rob & Dan | 35 | 18 | 70 | 235 | 39.17 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 4 | 1 | Ron W. & Bob S. | 39 | 9 | 68 | 227 | 37.83 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 5 | 7 | Ivan & Buck | 41 | 13 | 63 | 250 | 41.67 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 6 | 5 | Chuck & Ernie | 40 | 11 | 62 | 242 | 40.33 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 7 | 11 | Travis & Gerald | 41 | 7 | 61 | 242 | 40.33 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 8 | 3 | Francis & Larry | 45 | 7 | 59 | 260 | 43.33 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 9 | 8 | Howard & Joe | 35 | 13 | 57 | 234 | 39.00 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10 | 10 | Frank & John | 39 | 13 | 53 | 238 | 39.67 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11 | 2 | Jeff & Ryan | 38 | 7 | 49 | 236 | 39.33 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12 | 12 | Ron S. & David | 53 | 2 | 30 | 282 | 47.00 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| TEAM #5 BEAT TEAM #1 11-9 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TEAM #8 BEAT TEAM #2 13-7 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TEAM #7 BEAT TEAM #3 13-7 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TEAM #4 BEAT TEAM #6 12-8 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TEAM #9 BEAT TEAM #12 18-2 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
TEAM #10 BEAT TEAM #11 13-7
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| TEAM #2 VS TEAM #7 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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New Law on Fireworks
Sheriff W.D. (Don) Schneider would like to advise citizens there are revisions to the law relating to the sale, possession and use of certain fireworks. "Consumer fireworks" means fireworks devices designed to produce visible effects by combustion and are required to comply with the construction, chemical composition and labeling regulations promulgated by the U.S. consumer product safety commision under 16 CFR parts 1500 and 1507 and are listed in APA standard 87-1, 3.1.2, 3.1.3, or 3.5.
A local unit of government may enact an ordinance regulating the ignition, discharge, and use of consumer fireworks. However, an ordinance enacted under this subsection shall not regulate the use of consumer fireworks on the day preceding, the day of, or the day after a national holiday.
A person shall not ignite, discharge, or use consumer fireworks on public property, school property, church property, or the property of another person without that organization's or person's express permission to use those fireworks on those premises. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, a person who violates this subsection is responsible for a state civil infraction and may be ordered to pay a civil fine of not more than $500.00. Consumer fireworks shall not be sold to a minor.
An individual shall not use consumer fireworks or low-impact fireworks while under the influence of alcoholic liquor, a controlled substance, or a combination of alcoholic liquor and a controlled substance. An individual who violates the smoking prohibition under NFPA 1124, 7.3.11.1 is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than one year or a fine of not more than $1,000.00, or both.
If a person knowingly, intentionally, or recklessly violates this act, the person is guilty of a crime as follows: (a) Except as otherwise provided in this section, a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 30 days or a fine of not more than 30 days or a fine of not more than $1,000.00, or both. (b) If the violation causes damage to the property of another person, a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 90 days or a fine of not more than $5,000.00, or both. (c) If the violation cause serious impairment of a body function of another person, a felony punishable by imprisonment for not more than five (5) years or a fine of not more than $5,000.00, or both. As used in this subdivision, "serious impairment of a body function" means that term as defined in section 58c of the Michigan vehicle code, 1949 PA 300, MCL 257.58c. (d) If the violation causes the death of another person, a felony punishable by imprisonment for not more than 15 years or a fine of not more than $10,000.00, or both.
For further information on the laws regulating "Consumer fireworks" you may contact www.usfireworks.biz/title16. htm
AMVETs Flag Disposal Ceremony
Yesterday, Sunday, June 17, 2012, Father's Day at 4 p.m., the community was invited to the AMVETs Flag Disposal Ceremony as well as invited to attend a picnic in Doug Hartle's yard after the ceremony. The purpose of the day is to respectfully remove the worn out or torn flags from service and to destroy them.
Video of the Flag Disposal Ceremony
Veteran participants and the attendees at the ceremony
The flags are ceremoniously inspected prior to the destruction...
and after the inspections....a prayer is offered....
The stripes are placed one by one in the fire while the original states in the US are recited...
Then all worn out and torn flags are placed in the fire...
A Trip to Cable's Bay and Green's Lake
With the family here for the weekend, the typical Beaver Island sentiment presented the idea of a trip around the Island, but after doing this for over thirty years, the thought was "why not put a different slant on this." It took almost twenty minutes to decide whether to go from the Four Corners or from the end of King's Highway and another ten to decide whether to go east to west, or go west to east. Tradition demands an East Side Road start and a West Side Road return, so off on the "around the horn" trip was Sunday's special.
Lots of items were seen on the trip down the East Side, but the most interesting items were seen at Cable's Creek and Cable's Bay. The sign states that the bay is two-tenths of a mile away from the bridge. Yah, right! Two-tenths by the crow fly distance, but a lot longer by the walking distance.
Wild flowers galore made the walk beautiful. This deer track seemed large, but no experts were available to verify.
More pretty flowers along the pathway, and finally, the bay itself!
Cable's Bay
Peace and quiet abounds our here. A beautiful day for a walk...
You don't have to be able to identify things if you just want to enjoy them.
At the location of a failed business here, a pole with some sensing equipment was found. Anyone know what this is for?
Nancy Seefelt answered the following: " Yes, you saw one of my remote acoustic monitors that we are using to record birds both during the morning and during the night. The day time microphone is attached directly to the green monitor on the tree and the night microphone is the one on the pole. This one is designed to collect the night flight calls of birds as they migrate during the spring and fall, as well as night time vocalizations during the breeding season."
Snails and moss galore in under the canopy of trees...Hear lots of birds, but couldn't see one..
Cable's Creek run off water....An old tree...Can you see to puppy?
Now around the south end of the island, headed up toward Green's Lake. There were a couple of stops on the way to get a couple of pictures.
A fawn, first looking and then hiding...
With the doe looking on from the shade of the trees...She was making clicking sounds to warn her fawn...
At the west end of South End road, these flowers were growing....Why did the turtle cross the road?
And now on to Green's Lake, where three gentlemen on ORVs invited us to lunch and shook hands all around.....They didn't want to be identified or have their picture taken.....Not sure why.....
Green's Lake
The heron's nest must have had the eggs hatch and the herons moved on to a different location.....The robin was trying lead one away from a nest.....The loon is still on the nest here...
Then in we went on Sloptown Road to show the osprey and sandhill cranes. We had luck with one, but not the other...
There were lots of Sandhills to watch in the Sloptown field...
Sandhill Cranes
and, one vulture soaring around up above...
Phyllis' Sandhill and Water Lilly Pictures
BINN Makes Move to Live Streaming Video
Since this newest of technologies became available to BINN recently, Beaver Island News on the 'Net will be making this move with the availability of live streaming video. There are plenty of legal issues to be resolved in performances of music, comedy, and drama, as well as other situations, which have the intellectual property issue. While all of these issues are being worked out, BINN will begin the process of providing this live streaming video on the News on the 'Net website. BINN will need to work out the technical issues, but, BINN will try to begin with "open to the public" types of events to begin with.
Any live streaming events will be made available to all News on the 'Net subscribers on a specially linked page, and the test of the live streaming will be announced in the near future. This does not mean that the on-demand video is going by the wayside. The video will still be available for viewing at a later date or a later time.
Link to Live Feed
The second test of the live streaming video was the Invasive Species Summit, Thursday, June 14, 2012, from 2-5 pm. This meeting was live. This event went off just fine. The wireless router went down a couple of times, but a little more than two hours of streaming video live on the Internet was successful. BINN will continue to try to work out the bugs.
In addition to the live streaming video, over three hours of recorded video was saved and processed for those who could not attend the whole session or who are interested in only part of the summit.
Links
Beaver Island Bike FestivalJune 21-23, 2012
Public Hearing on Charlevoix County Storm Water Management OrdinanceView Draft Ordinance HERE (takes about 20 seconds to download) View video of this public hearing HERE
June 6 St James Township Meeting Video
BICS HS AwardsYou can watch video of the High School Awards HERE
Island Airways Hosts Emergency Management Tabletop ExerciseMany members of the local emergency services organizations, county organizations, and federal agencies all met at the Island Airways hangar here on Beaver Island yesterday, May 31, 2012. The purpose of a tabletop exercise is to gather all the agencies that might be involved in a specific disaster in the same location at the same time to meet and greet, and work toward a solution to a situation that could happen in and around the waters of Beaver Island. The program also provided all participants an opportunity to discuss who could and would do what, when, and where. This is really an important part of planning for a serious situation that could happen. This program began with refreshments; coffee, donuts, fruit, and snacks, provided by Island Airways prior to 10 a.m., and ended after 1:30 p.m. with some practical hands-on skills at the Beaver Island Boat Company. Thank you to all who participated in this important planning session! Thank you to Island Airways for hosting this excellent event! View Video of the beginning of this exercise
Freedom of Information Act and Open Meeting Act PresentationThe scheduled presentation covering the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Open Meeting Act (OMA) took place at Peaine Township Hall, yesterday, May 23, 2012. The presentation was scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. and end at 4 p.m., but the questions extended past 4:20 p.m. This presentation was given by Robin Luce Herrmann. Ms. Herrmann is a lawyer who represents the press in FOIA and OMA court actions. She had previously represented the Petoskey News Review (PNR) in a court case after the PNR was denied a FOIA request from the Charelvoix County Prosecutor. The PNR won this court action. The Charlevoix County Prosecutor had been asked to come give this presentation, but no mutually acceptable date had been determined. Robin Luce Herrmann provided a large amount of information about many aspects of both of these acts and answered several questions related to these specific pieces of law including court decisions and Attorney Generals opinions. Video of the Presentations Can Be Viewed HERE
Memorial Day Service 2012The Memorial Day service took place at the Veteran's Memorial beginning at noon, today, May 28, 2012. Many were there to join the Island veterans in a sincere and heartfelt "Thank you!" to all our service men and women who served our nation, as well as to all those who gave their lives so that we could remain free. Video of the Service may be viewed HERE
Mute Swan Presentation, Bike Trails, and Garden Island Indian CemetaryAt the Natural Resources and Ecotourism Steering Committee meeting tonight, May 21,2012, there were three presentations lasting just over an hour all together. These presentations included the mute swan presentation that basically showed the invasive species designation, and how to tell the invasive from the native swans. The second presentation was a short presentation and discussion about designating some trails on Beaver Island as bike trails. The third presentation was an introduction to the Indian Cemetary on Garden Island and the destruction taking place. Video of all three presentations can be viewed HERE
Spring Serenade Group RecitalVideo HERE
Spring Serenade Solo RecitalThis spring, string serenade of solos in recital format took place today, May 5, 2012, at the Beaver Island Community Center. It began at 3 p.m. Sheri Richards introduced each student as each performed. The music was diverse from folk songs through J.S. Bach with a George Harrison piece and a Seitz concerto. You can view video of the recital HERE
Beaver Island Talent ShowThis talent show was a fundraiser for the middle school students of BICS for a trip. There were many talented individuals who participated. There is video available for those who did not attend the evening event on Saturday, April 21, 2012. Pictures and description of the programs will follow later.
Waste Management Committee Video of April 2012 MeetingYou can view the meeting video HERE
St. James Township Meeting, May 2, 2012The audience and the board members were of equal number at this monthly meeting of the St. James Township Board. The meeting was calm and quiet with only a couple of issues that seemed to spark, smolder, and then go out, but that is a good thing. The board moved forward with its business in an orderly and fairly smooth and efficient process. You may view video of the meeting HERE
Bill Cashman Featured in CMU Public Broadcasting ProgramThis Central Michigan University program features the history of Beaver Island as told by museum director Bill Cashman as well as Deb Rotman, archeologist, from the University of Notre Dame. It includes Antje Price speaking about Protar. Father Dan Connaghan presented information about the history of the Catholic Church. John Runberg, president of the Historical Society, speaks about the history of the fishing industry. Bill Cashman speaks about the Irish connection on Arranmore and the Twinning Ceremony. View the program HERE
Bike the BeaverThe Beaver Island Bike Festival is scheduled on Beaver Island from June 21-23, 2012 Check out the website HERE Check out a poster of the event HERE
WMC LinksNew Prices for Transfer Station |
Dinner at the Circle Mby Joe Moore The Sunday evening dinner started with a very hospitable hostess, Colleen Martin, who walked us to the table with menus. The Waitress was Erin Martin Holmes, who took the time to smile and joke with us and get us our dinner drinks. Both types of White wine were wonderful, as was the vodka martini with olives. Water was brought to our table along with warm bread by a young lady who shall not be named. The drinks came quickly, and they were exactly what we ordered in beautiful wine glasses. The order for the three of us was taken and turned into the kitchen. The appetizer was ordered and brought to the table very quickly along with extra plates, so we could share it. The deep-fried mushrooms were served with ranch dressing, and there was a generous serving of the mushrooms. Just as the last of the mushrooms were disappearing, the soup or salad, individual choice of salad and dressing or one of two soups, arrived. The mushroom soup was home-made. The timing was impeccable, and a second round of dinner drinks was taken and quickly delivered. Shortly after the salads and/or soup were finished, the dinners arrived. One was the marinated Rib eye, another was the New York strip steak, and the third was the fettuccini alfredo with shrimp. The dinners were accompanied by a very tasty, perfectly cooked carrot side, in a special sauce. The pasta was cooked to perfection. The shrimp was abundant and tasty. The Rib eye and the NY strip were cooked exactly as ordered with a wonderful presentation that would be described as traditional. The non-pasta meals all had three choices of potatoes, and two of them came out of the kitchen with just a perfect amount, hot and tasty. If there was just one word to describe the dinner experience at the Circle M, the word would be "excellent." The service was excellent. The food was excellent. The price was reasonable for the food as well. If you walked away from the table hungry, it was because you didn't order a meal. On the menu for our next trip will be sandwiches only to find out if these match up to the dinners we received tonight. Monday, June 18, 2012, two attended the Circle M for salad and sandwiches. It's pretty difficult not to have a nice glass of wine, but one wine and one coffee were the plan. The sandwich was a swiss-mushroom burger with waffle fries. The generous amount of meat on the burger as well as the waffle fries kept one completely full except for a little room for desert. The salad was a hot bacon spinach salad. The service was again wonderful and the food again was wonderful. The strawberry-rhubarb pie of the week was served warm with ice cream. The atmosphere,the service, and the food were again well worth the time and the choice. You should go check out the Circle M, sample their service, and enjoy the excellent food.
RESULTS FOR THE 2ND MIXED GOLF OUTING OF 2012Sunday, June 17, 2012, was a great day for golf. We had 9 teams playing in today's event. The format was Beaver Island “Pinehurst”: Both players drive on each hole, switch balls and hit their second shots. Then they choose a ball to play and scramble until the hole is completed. The scores were very good today. 1st Place Pete and Ruth Igoe 40 2nd Place tie Frank Solle and Nel Worsford 40+1 41 2nd Place tie Lars and Doris Larson 41 We had two teams shoot 42, and two teams shoot 43. THANKS AGAIN TO EVERYONE WHO PARTICIPATED. HOPE TO SEE YOU ON THE 15TH OF JULY.
Happy Fathers DayThe historical references to Fathers Day point back to the idea that since there was a Mothers Day, there should be a Fathers Day. Seemingly, there was not as much emotion surrounding this concept as there was about Mothers Day. Many, to this day, think that celebration of any kind around Fathers Day is just another opportunity to get consumers to spend money. Commercialization of holidays seems to be the primary cause of the lack of positive emotion surrounding this day to honor our fathers. If there is no reason to honor your Father and your Mother, then you can simply ignore these days. Happy Fathers Day to all fathers out there!
Helen Dudzik PassesWord has just been received of the passing of Helen Dudzik. Helen, who turned 95 on Monday, has been living with her daughter, Joyce Wilson in Swartz Creek, Michigan since the passing of her daughter, Sandy LaFreniere in 2001. Funeral information for Helen Dudzik is as follows: She will be coming home on the 8:30am boat Monday; visitation at Holy Cross Church from 1pm-3pm and 5pm-7pm with Rosary at 7pm. The funeral will be at 10am on Tuesday at Holy Cross Church with graveside burial immediately following at Holy Cross Cemetary. Helen Dudzik, 95, of Swartz Creek, formerly of Beaver Island, passed away Friday, June 15, 2012, at Genesys Hospice. A funeral mass will be 10:00 am, Tuesday, June 19, at Holy Cross Church on Beaver Island, the Reverend Joseph Blasko officiating. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends may meet Helen's family at the church on Monday from 1-3pm and 5-7pm, where the Rosary will be recited at 7:00pm. Helen was born June 11, 1917, in Hamtramck, the daughter of John and Josephine (Barcikoska) Lucas. On May 7, 1938, she married Albert J. Dudzik in Flint. They made their home in Grand Blanc before moving to Beaver Island in the early '70's. Al preceded Helen in death on April 7, 1991, and she lived on the Island with her daughter Sandy LaFreniere until Sandy's death in 2001. Helen then moved to Swartz Creek to live with her daughter, Joyce Wilson. Helen was a member of the Holy Cross Church. She enjoyed playing cards and crossword puzzles, and loved going to the casino. She is survived by her daughter, Joyce M. Wilson of Swartz Creek; grandchildren, Scott Wilson, Dale (Tina) Wilson, Lori (David) Leonard, Lisa (Joe) Beal, Becky (Tim) Gerace; great-grandchildren, Justin Leonard, Heather Powell, Nathan Wilson, Blake Wilson, Kyle Beal, Anthony Beal, Avery Gerace, Andrew Gerace; great-great-grandson, Jayden Wilson. Helen was also preceded in death by her sons-in-law, Terry Wilson and Jerry LaFreniere. Memorial contributions may be made to the Beaver Island Rural Health Center, 37304 Kings Highway, Beaver Island, MI 49782. Those wanting to share a memory of Helen, or condolences, may do so at www.winchesterfuneralhome.com
Beaver Island Community School NewsNotice of Filing Deadline for BICS Board of Education Candidates for the Board of Education have until 4 p.m. August 14, 2012 to register with the St. James township clerk's office. Two four-year terms will be up for election at the general election on Tuesday, November 6, 2012. Recent legislation switched school board member elections from annually in May to even-numbered general election dates in November. Incumbent board members, Dawn Marsh and Nancy Tritsch, are planning to run in the November election. Other interested candidates must be registered voters of the school district and file a nominating petition with signatures of at least 20 voters or a $100 filing fee. Petition packets can be picked up from the St. James Township clerk or from the school office. 21st Century Learning Scholarship Winners Announced The 21st Century Learning Scholarship was created in 2003 by the Beaver Island Board of Education to assist graduating seniors of Beaver Island Community School in receiving an education beyond high school. Students must meet the school's Graduate Profile to be eligible for the scholarship; graduates must prove they: 1) have strong personal qualities and values; 2) use their minds well; 3) have positive work habits, 4) make a positive contributions to society; and 5) use technology fluently. The 21 st Century Learning Scholarship fund is an endowment through the Charlevoix County Community Foundation. Seniors Jenna Battle and Matthew Cull were each granted $850.00 following an application process that included an interview with Rick Diebold, Charlevoix-Emmett Intermediate School District Superintendent and President Cameron Brunett-Koch of North Central Michigan College in Petoskey. Jenna, the daughter of Kerry and Ryan Smith will be attending Michigan State University and Matthew, the son of Bruce and Patti Cull, will be attending Northwestern Michigan College. The school is grateful to all those who have contributed to this fund over the years, the majority of which has been raised in Gail Weede's honor. Persons interested in contributing to the scholarship fund should contact the school office. Senior Kaylyn Jones Receives Two Scholarships Kaylyn Jones, daughter of Kim Jones, is the recipient of two scholarships. Kaylyn applied for and received the First Sergeant John D. Juracko Scholarship through the Charlevoix County Community Foundation. The scholarship was awarded based upon academic achievement and a 500 work essay “What America Means to Me”. Kaylyn also received the Michigan Competitive Scholarship based on her cumulative ACT scores. Beaver Island Sports Boosters Meet At the May 29th Sports Boosters meeting, the group reviewed bylaws and set up a committee to revise the bylaws. The group decided to contribute $8,000.00 toward team travel for the 2012-13 school year to be generated through the following fundraisers: Homecoming concessions at the ball park in August, the BI Boodle in October and concessions and gate receipts at home games. The group also agreed to donate $2,000.00 to a new scoreboard for the gym; their donation will be combined with the donations of 10 other business and individual sponsors and the school's general fund money to make the new scoreboards a reality. A September 18th meeting is scheduled to plan for the October 20th Northern Lights League Soccer Tournament to be held on the Island. BICS Teachers Tackle Common Core State Standards BICS teachers are spending a lot of time studying the new K-12 common core state standards. For readers without students in school, the Common Core State Standards are specific curriculum and learning standards that have been adopted by 45 states, Michigan among them. The Common Core State Standards Initiative http://www.corestandards.org/ describes its mission as: “ Common Core State Standards provide a consistent, clear understanding of what students are expected to learn, so teachers and parents know what they need to do to help them. The standards are designed to be robust and relevant to the real world, reflecting the knowledge and skills that our young people need for success in college and careers. With American students fully prepared for the future, our communities will be best positioned to compete successfully in the global economy.” During the school year, during designated work time and during countless hours of their own time, teachers in all subject and grade areas studied the new standards. The teachers are reviewing the new curriculum standards and determining which topics and concepts need to be taught at which grade level, which topics and concepts need more attention, which need less, which can be thrown out, which need to be added, which we have curriculum materials for and which we don't, which we have solid training in and which we don't. It is a lot of work that will, in the long run, allow our students to be prepared when, in 2014, the state moves to annual grade level testing based on these new standards. Student Academic Achievement Recognized The following secondary students are recognized for their CONSISTENT AND EXCEPTIONAL ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE by earning a grade point average of 3.5 or above for the 4th marking period: Emily Boyle, Erin Boyle, Hannah Robert, Sarah Avery, Tessa Jones, Simeon Richards, Alex Williams and Nick Williams. The following secondary students are recognized for their COMMENDED PERFORMANCE AND ACHIEVEMENT by earning a grade point average of 2.67 TO 3.449 for the 4th marking period: Olivia Cary, Marissa Crandall, Maddie Martin, Meg Works, Ryan Boyle, Liam Hodgson and Emily Burton, Jenna Battle, Matt Cull, Brighid Gillespie-Cushman, Kaylyn Jones, Brogan Maudrie, Michael McCafferty and Olivia Schwartzfisher.
Bike Festival Beaver Island
June 21-23, 2012 marks the third annual Beaver Island Bike Festival. The event includes a fully supported bike ride with rest stop snacks. Lunch at scenic campgrounds on the shore of Lake Michigan campground, a B.B.Q. buffet at the Shamrock Irish Pub and Restaurant, Beaver Island Bike Festival t-shirt, bike transportation on the ferry, live entertainment on Friday & Saturday nights, poker run prizes and extra goodies. For complete information see the home page of the Beaver Island Chamber of Commerce web site www.BeaverIsland.org .
AMVETs Auxiliary Raffle
The Amvet Auxiliary is holding a raffle for the stained glass window, is hanging in the office window at Prudential Preferred Properties Network across from the Erin Motel and next to the hardware.. The raffle will take place at the Beaver Island Community Center on July 21, 2012. Anyone of the Auxiliary ladies will have tickets to sell. Price is $5 for 6 and $1 for one.
Summer Help Wanted
Circle M to Reopen, June 15, 2012According to Colleen Martin, the Circle M Bar and Restaurant will open for business tomorrow, Friday, June 15, 2012. Kendra Wojan Thorson will be in charge of the bar. Erin Martin Holmes will be in charge of the dining room. Josh Runberg, working with his brothers John and Dan, will be in charge of the kitchen. Some of the previous older Circle M is present along with some of the Old Rectory in this reopened business owned by Bud and Colleen Martin. Here are some pictures of the building beginning with the entrance on the side toward the convent.
Entrance and waiting area......Porch dining room...... waitress station in older dining room
Special dining room by the window......bar tables......the bar.......................
Older kitchen.......John and Dan........Brand new stove and grill
Cold table area.......knives for the chef..........Chef Josh Runberg
The menu cover of the Circle M Short Video of the Circle M including Josh's Description of the Menu
Daddy Franks Is Open for Ice CreamThe three ladies working behind the counter were kept pretty busy tonight, June 14, 2012, as the Daddy Franks' Restaurant opened tonight for ice cream and ice cream products. The butter pecan malt was very tasty. The blueberry yogart sugar-free ice cream cone was also excellent. The kitchen is coming along, and it won't be too long before the restaurant will be open with its full menu.
Invasive Species Summit
The Beaver Island Association's "Get a Grip on Invasives" program began a little after 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 14, 2012, at the Community Center. The summit was an information-packed afternoon with only a short break in the three plus hours. Craig Schrotenboer welcomed approximately sixty people attending the summit and then introduced the first speaker.
The first presentation was "Invasive Species Defined" by Matthew Bertrand from the Grand Traverse Regional Invasive Species Network.
Jim Jones introduced the next speaker.
The next presentation was "Invasives and their impact on Hunting/Sportspersons" by Eric Ellis from the Conservation Resource Alliance.
Pam Grassmick introduced the following speaker.
"Aquatic Invasives and Beaver Island Fisheries" was presented by Kira Davis from the Little Traverse Bay Band of Odawa.
Bob Anderson introduced the last speaker.
"Surveying the Invasives on Beaver Island" was presented by Shawn Howard The Nature Conservancy.
"What Can You Do/How You Can Help" was presented by Beth Leuck and Pam Grassmick followed by a question and answer roundtable.
Video of the summit can be viewed HERE
Silent Auction at Health Center begins June 25
Come by and see what we've done so far, and give us some ideas in our “Idea BOX” of where the improvements are needed. (Only one note: if we utilize your idea, we hope you will work on it with us) . Questions, call Leonor 2894.
Peaine Township Board Meeting, June 13, 2012In a history making move, Beaver Island News on the 'Net (BINN) broadcast this township board meeting live on the Internet this evening. The meeting began at 7 p.m. All subscribers to BINN had access to watch the meeting live at a link down below in the story entitled Live Streaming Video. The township meeting began with a discussion of an item not on the agenda. At the beginning of the meeting, the public has a comment period. A request was made by an audience member to hear about the status of the air ambulance. Jack Gallagher asked Paul Welke, Paul Welke turned the floor over to Angel Welke who reported on the progress from Island Airways point of view. Paul further stated that very little progress had been made with EMS. The EMS director was not in attendance, but a motion was passed thanking Island Airways for all their work in moving this project forward. The vote on the motion was yeas: Jack Gallagher, Pete LoDico, and Colleen Martin, with Larry Kubic and Paul Welke abstaining. Minutes were approved and bills were approved for payment. The board approved the posting of two positions for the district libarary board and passed a resolution to express appreciation for the Open Meetings Act and Freedom of Information meeting. The board also approved a resolution change for the Human Services Commission. The Zoning Ordinance was approved, the Phragmities Treatment Program for 2012 was approved, and the County Storm Water Management Ordinance was discussed, but not approved. Verizon's plan to install 4-G service on its tower next to the old Peaine Township Hall was reported with some possibility that the service would be available as early as July. An update reported the progress of the improvement of the emergency services radio system lease. A few other items were discussed, and you can view the meeting's video page to gather more information. You can view the video of the entire meeting HERE
Meet Michael Johansen, MD
This week's visiting physician from the University of Michigan is Michael Johansen, MD. Dr, Johansen is also a family medical doctor in the Department of Medicine at the university in Ann Arbor. He will be here at the BIRHC for the rest of this week if you are interested in making an appointment. Dr. Johansen commented that the patients are friendly, the staff is friendly, and that he and his family are enjoying their visit on the island. Meet Dr. Michael Johansen
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Announcements
Women's Prayer LuncheonCanceled!
Please Join Us for some"PANDAmonium!"At Vacation Bible School On beautiful BEAVER ISLAND July 10th, July 11th , July 12th 9:30 – 11:30 am For children ages 3 – 12. (Arts, Crafts, Music, Storytelling, Games & more!) To be held at the Beaver Island Christian Church Family Picnic immediately following VBS on Thursday, July 12th …Details to follow As always, there is no charge to attend VBS. Please register early: Debbie Robert 448-2048 (home) 231 675 7155 (cell) Or email me at debbier@bics.us ***Volunteers Needed*** ***Donations Welcome*** |
SUPPORT THE FAIRY GARDEN
July 4th Parade will be enchanted with a collection of fairies, elfkins, princesses, small critters, gnomes. If you or some little child would like to join them (in costume) please watch for more details closer to the parade date. You can join up with this collection of Fairy Garden Notables by reading the Beaver Island Forum website and News on the Net website, and following the instructions given regarding where to line up, who to look for (teachers Laura Gibson, Kimberly Reid, Kim Newport, as well as Chris Heika, and several other community helpers). This chance for your child to participate will make his/her July 4th experience memorable. The trek will be half of the parade route, and we encourage parents of grandparents to help the tiny ones along. More details?
Call one of the above people or Leonor Jacobson(2894)
Men's Golf League Week #5 Results
| WEEK #5 MEN'S LEAGUE RESULTS & STANDINGS | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| PLACE: | TEAM | TEAMS: | S. | P. | T.P. | T.S. | S.AVE. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| 1 | 6 | Bob E. & Ron M. | 40 | 7 | 67 | 214 | 42.80 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| 2 | 4 | John-Doug | 38 | 11 | 61 | 191 | 38.20 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| 3 | 1 | Ron W. & Bob S. | 39 | 5 | 59 | 188 | 37.60 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| 4 | 11 | Travis & Gerald | 39 | 13 | 54 | 201 | 40.20 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| 5 | 3 | Francis & Larry | 38 | 15 | 52 | 215 | 43.00 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| 6 | 9 | Rob & Dan | 41 | 10 | 52 | 200 | 40.00 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| 7 | 5 | Chuck & Ernie | 40 | 16 | 51 | 202 | 40.40 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| 8 | 7 | Ivan & Buck | 38 | 12 | 50 | 209 | 41.80 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| 9 | 8 | Howard & Joe | 41 | 10 | 44 | 199 | 39.80 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| 10 | 2 | Jeff & Ryan | 39 | 9 | 42 | 198 | 39.60 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| 11 | 10 | Frank & John | 39 | 8 | 40 | 199 | 39.80 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| 12 | 12 | Ron S. & David | 47 | 4 | 28 | 229 | 45.80 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Teams #4 & #12 T.P. corrrected from last week. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Team #3 beat Team #1 15-5 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Team #4 beat Team #2 11-9 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Team #5 beat Team #12 16-4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Team #11 beat Team #6 13-7 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Team #7 beat Team #10 12-8 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Team #8 tied Team #9 10-10 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| WEEK #6 SCHEDULE: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TEAM #1 VS TEAM #5 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TEAM #2 VS TEAM #8 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TEAM #3 VS TEAM #7 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TEAM #4 VS TEAM #6 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TEAM #9 VS TEAM #12 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
4th of July Parade Theme: "The Faces of American Freedom"
The Big Parade & Island Airways Flyover, featuring the missing man formation at 2:00. Line up for the parade starting at Holy Cross Church starting at 1:00. Cannon fire by John Works. Theme:
BINN Makes Move to Live Streaming Video
Since this newest of technologies became available to BINN recently, Beaver Island News on the 'Net will be making this move with the availability of live streaming video. There are plenty of legal issues to be resolved in performances of music, comedy, and drama, as well as other situations, which have the intellectual property issue. While all of these issues are being worked out, BINN will begin the process of providing this live streaming video on the News on the 'Net website. BINN will need to work out the technical issues, but, BINN will try to begin with "open to the public" types of events to begin with.
Any live streaming events will be made available to all News on the 'Net subscribers on a specially linked page, and the test of the live streaming will be announced in the near future. This does not mean that the on-demand video is going by the wayside. The video will still be available for viewing at a later date or a later time.
Link to Live Feed
The second test of the live streaming video was the Invasive Species Summit, Thursday, June 14, 2012, from 2-5 pm. This meeting was live. This event went off just fine. The wireless router went down a couple of times, but a little more than two hours of streaming video live on the Internet was successful. BINN will continue to try to work out the bugs.
In addition to the live streaming video, over three hours of recorded video was saved and will be processed as soon as possible for those who could not attend the whole session or who are interested in only part of the summit.
Clean-up at Jewell Gillespie Memorial Park
On behalf of the Beaver Island community, Doug Tilly, organizer of this effort, would like to give a very special thank you to the Charlevoix County 4-H group of volunteers and to Lisa Gillespie for all of their help in cleaning up the beach at Gillespie Memorial Park. Doug was using a small metal detector and was able to remove several nails and other metal debris. Great job everyone!
Working hard to find unsafe items in the sand
You'll never guess what I found...
Looking everywhere for items that might be dangerous to young children
Some of the junk, items found in the sand on the beach..
Short video clip of workers at the beach
The wind was blowing too hard for the group to try and clean up in the rough water.
District Library News
On these hot, humid summer days, stop in at the library to cool off in our air conditioning and check out the DVD's, books, recorded books, check your email/Facebook page, book sale, watch this years' eaglets take their first flights, listen to music. There is so much to see and do at the library!
We have a new computer! It's a special one just for young children up to 7 years old. It's an Early Literacy Station and comes pre-loaded with lots of programs geared just for pre-school and early elementary kids. It is not connected to the internet so no problems with your child going/seeing something they shouldn't. It's been a huge hit in the two weeks we've had it.
The Memorial Garden is looking beautiful as the flowers come into bloom. There is WiFi available out there if you'd care to sit outside, drink your coffee – or eat your lunch, listen to music and/or use your laptop. In front of the library are tables also but don't offer the serenity that the back garden does. Both are popular places.
As usual, we have many, many of the Best Sellers from the New York Times available for you to enjoy. Unfortunately, we are unable to do inter-loans for summer residents, but we have hundreds of other wonderful reads for you.
Kevin Simons leads Beaver Island Singers
In mid-May, more than twenty Beaver Island singers gathered for a very successful workshop led by Kevin Simons, Choral Director of Baroque on Beaver. New and experienced singers joined in the two-day event with participants ranging in age from 13 to 82! According to Marianne Weaver, who organized the workshop with a mini grant from Beaver Island Cultural Arts Association, “everyone took away something wonderful!”
On June 26, Kevin will return to the island for the preliminary chorus rehearsal for this summer's Baroque on Beaver Festival. The rehearsal will be held at the Christian Church, at 7:30 PM, on Monday , June 25. Anyone interested in being part of the Festival Chorus should attend. Additional rehearsals will be scheduled during the week of the festival. Chorus music and further information is available at baroqueonbeaver.org.
Senate Bill 995 Passes Senate, On to the House
The language shown below has passed the Senate as Senate Bill 995. It amends and appends the Emergency Services Legislation. It lowers the required liability insurance from ten million to two million dollars. As noted below, this is limited to an island at least twenty miles from the nearest mainland airport.
" WHEN DETERMINING THE AMOUNT OF LIABILITY COVERAGE REQUIRED BY THE DEPARTMENT UNDER SUBSECTION (3), AN AIRCRAFT TRANSPORT OPERATION THAT TRANSPORTS PATIENTS LESS THAN AN AVERAGE OF 45 TIMES A YEAR OVER THE 5-YEAR PERIOD PRECEDING THE DATE COVERAGE BEGINS, IS NOT REQUIRED TO HAVE MORE THAN $2,000,000.00 IN LIABILITY COVERAGE ON EACH AIRCRAFT TRANSPORT VEHICLE IN THAT AIRCRAFT TRANSPORT OPERATION. AN AIRCRAFT TRANSPORT OPERATOR DESCRIBED UNDER THIS SUBSECTION THAT HAS A VALID FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATION PART 135 AIR CARRIER CERTIFICATE ISSUED BY THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION SHALL HAVE ITS BASE OF OPERATION AND PRIMARY BUSINESS ADDRESS ON AN ISLAND IN THE GREAT LAKES MORE THAN 20 MILES FROM THE NEAREST MAINLAND AIRPORT. THE AIRCRAFT TRANSPORT OPERATOR'S PRIMARY BUSINESS ADDRESS IS THE ADDRESS SHOWN IN THE OPERATIONS SPECIFICATIONS AND ON THE AIR CARRIER CERTIFICATE."
It appears as if some language has been added to the end of the original bill. This additional language is marked in red and in bold above.
From its presentation on March 1, 2012, the move to amend the EMS legislation was put on a fast track. The bill passed the Michigan Senate on June 7, 2012, with a vote of 37 yeas, 0 nays, and 1 not voting. The bill was received by the Michigan House the same day. The Michigan House pass the bill with 109 yeas and 1 nay. The Michigan House sent the bill back to the Senate on June 14, 2012, was given immediate effect, the title of the bill was agreed upon, and the bill was ordered enrolled on June 14, 2012.
This bill will become law ten days after the Governor signs it.
BIRHC Receives Grant
The Beaver Island Rural Health Center Board and Manager Donna Kubic are thankful to Senator Roger Kahan, the representatives from Drummond Island, Mackinac Island, and Beaver Island, and Bill McDonough for the meeting held in Lansing on March 21, 2012. The funding of these rural Michigan islands' healthcare were shown to be a definite need in this meeting. The check in the amount of $100,000 from the Michigan Center of Rural Health arrived in May 2012. Thank you to all who put in such effort to help our Beaver Island Rural Health Center!
The Beaver Island Studio and Gallery
Lois Sowa Stipp has opened a new busines in the location of the former Carl Felix Model Boat Shop. The Beaver Island Studio and Gallery is located in the old McDonough's Market along with two other businesses, the Charlevoix State Bank, Beaver Island Branch, and the Beaver Island Boat Shop.
Lois' shop contains oil paintings, a special brand of organic tea product, homemade jewelry, and Frank Solle's marvelous photographs. Next time you go to McDonough's Market, Monday through Friday, you should stop by between the hours of 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. except on Wednesday when it is open from 4-7 p.m.
A Short Five Minute Video Interview with Lois Sowa Stipp
calstipp@yahoo.com
Wedding Announcement
Michael Green and Kitty McNamara of Beaver Island announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Brenna Green, to Timothy Wearn, son of Linda and the late Michael Wearn of Detroit and Beaver Island.
The future bride has a degree in communications from Northern Michigan University. The future groom received a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice and a Master of Arts degree in public administration from Grand Valley State University.
An October 2012 traditional Beaver Island wedding is planned and the couple will live in West Olive, Michigan.
Beaver Island Veteran's Memorial
By clicking on the link below, you can view all of the Beaver Island Veteran's Memorial, including all the bricks that were added in the Spring of 2012. It seems amazing that such a small community has so many veterans that a short viewing of their bricks take over fifteen minutes to view with only about three seconds or so per brick.
View the Tribute to Veterans Video
BIRHC to Have Visiting Physicians This Summer
The Beaver Island Rural Health Center will be host to several family medicine and emergency medicine doctors this summer. Members of these departments at the University of Michigan will be visiting the island starting June 3, 2012, some with their families.
While here, they will have a chance to observe medical services in a rural setting while sharing information with our providers in their speciality areas, including women's health, prenatal care, wound care, strokes, diabetes, pediatric and adolescent care and more.
Visiting doctors include: Mike Johansen, Amanda Kaufman, Sahoko Little, William Meuer, Theresa Peters, James Pribble, Margaret Riley, Eric Skye, Ghazwan Toma and Philip Zazove.
For more information about these visitors, check the BIRHC website at birhc.org or call the Health Center at 448-2275.
CMU Nature Programs
Broder Book Is Available
This book has arrived this past weekend and is available for sale at the merchants mentioned in a story below. This book will also be available at the Beaver Island Rural Health Center, which will receive the proceeds of the sale. The four Broder sons chose the pictures and the columns to be included in the book. The book will sell for $25.00. The title of the book is "The Beaver Island Columns" written by David S. Broder. There will be a "Book Party" on July 3, 2012, at the St. James Township Hall from 5-7 p.m.
NRESC Busy This Summer
1. June 2, 10-4 pm, Peaine Township Hall (PTH), next MSU planning meeting; 7 pm: MSU-facilitated focus group with CMU/BIA.
2. June 18, 6 pm, PTH: Next Executive Committee meeting, if needed.
3. June 27, 3-5 pm : Brian Mastenbrook will present his overview about DNR & the Island – for the public. At Peaine Township Hall. (Community Ctr not available.)
4. At the NRESC meeting on May 21, it was decided to schedule a follow-up meeting in June at which NRESC, without MSU facilitators, will continue working on goals/objectives for natural resource planning. This is set for June 27, 6-9 pm . at Peaine Township Hall. We will serve pizza and beverages.
5. July 16, 6 pm, PTH – Executive Committee, if needed.
6. July 16, 7 pm, PTH -- NRESC regular bi-monthly meeting.
7. August 1-2: MSU facilitated community forum(s) for summer residents (details to be determined)
Dental Services at BIRHC
Last week, BINN posted about some of the additional services available at the Beaver Island Rural Health Center. Those services haven't been taking place at the BIRHC as long as dental services. Dental services historically go back to the old medical center for years with a total of three different dentists. Dental services are still available at the newer building at 37304 Kings Highway at the south end of the building. Dr. Wendy White, DDs, has been providing services in both buildings and continues to provide those services. She is available by appointment only by calling 231-448-2100.
Meet Dr. Wendy White
Baroque on Beaver 2012 – Eleven Years of “Free” Concerts
For eleven years Baroque on Beaver has welcomed audiences to a series of outstanding classical music concerts with no charge for admission. In 2012, from July 25 – 29, musicians will perform at the Community Center, CMU, Holy Cross Parish Hall and Church, and at informal venues around town. The concerts are all free, but they are not without cost. Everyone who participates – musicians, audiences, and the Beaver Island community as a whole contributes to the festival.
The musicians give their talent and hours of their time for a small honorarium to help cover theirexpenses. It is obvious that they love coming to Beaver Island and that they enjoy the camaraderie of the festival because almost the entire Festival Orchestra is returning from last year. In 2011 the brass section asked to present its own concert in addition to playing in the orchestra. The Beaver Brass Quintet was born, and the enthusiastic audience at Holy Cross Church gave them a standing ovation!
Islanders and visitors give generously to support Baroque on Beaver. Local businesses buy advertisements in the program. In addition, they offer discounts for travel, accommodations and food for festival musicians. Many residents open their homes to directors, musicians and their families; often hosts and visitors become good friends who look forward to an annual reunion during the week of Baroque on Beaver. Soon after they arrive to begin rehearsals, the musicians are treated to a bountiful potluck dinner at the Christian Church Hall. Delicious food is organized and donated by the Holy Cross Altar Guild, the Christian Church, and other generous Beaver Island cooks.
A recent addition to the festival is the Opening Night Gala Benefit, the only event with an admission charge. Ticket sales for this performance raise money which helps fund the entire week of the festival. At each subsequent concert appreciative audiences donate to a free will offering, and throughout the year many people make financial contributions to the Beaver Island Cultural Arts Association. This continuous financial support is crucial to Baroque on Beaver.
Each year as musicians depart on the Sunday afternoon boat, it is hard to know who should thank whom. Musicians are grateful to their hosts for a wonderful visit and to each other for a memorable musical experience. Islanders and visitors have enjoyed a week of outstanding classical music performed by these artists. Everyone who is a part of Baroque on Beaver has benefitted and everyone has contributed.
The Opening Night Gala Benefit Concert for 2012 will be held on July 24, at The Community Center. Additional Baroque on Beaver events are scheduled through July 29. Ticket information for the benefit and program information for all the concerts may be found at www.baroqueonbeaver.org. and on Facebook.
Museum Week Schedule
Although this information is pushed together to get as much information as possible in as little space as necessary, it looks as if the week called Museum Week on Beaver Island will be full of interesting sessions.Monday, July 16, 2012, beginsthis week with Antje Price, the Protar Lady, out at the Protar Home from 1-3 p.m., followed in the evening with Music on the Porch beginning at 7:30 p.m. Kathy Speck will be the Master of Ceremonies. Remember to bring a chair as the evening is usually crowded in the road in front of the Print Shop Museum.
Tuesday find the CMU's Great Lakes Research Station open for tours out in the former USCG Boathouse. Tours will take place all day with Don Uzarski, the Biological Station's director. Pinky Harmon will be running the Bingo games that are scheduled at 7 p.m., Tuesday evening at the Holy Cross Parish Hall.
Wednesday begins the three day Art Show at the Gregg Fellowship Center including a weaver, spinner, and a new book from noon until five,. Wednesday is also the a day of Island archeology beginning at the Boyle Farm and ending with a presentation "Everything you want to know about Island archeology by Deb Rotman."
Thursday is a field trip for children with Jim Gillingham, The art show continues, followed by a 2 p.m. presentation on the South Fox Lighthouse. The evening will have "Biological Discoveries of the Little Traverse Band" with Bill Parsons.
Friday is the last day of the Art Show at the Gregg Fellowship Center. The Protar Home is again open from 1-3 p.m. with Antje Price. A CMU-TV film will be shown at 4:30 p.m. The evening brings a presentation of "What's Down There?" showcasing the underwater adventures of Ross Richardson in Lake Michigan,.
Saturday is the Pet Show at the Print Shop Museum plus all day there will be a "Demonstration of Blacksmithing Skill" at the Heritage Park. The evening will be the "Hey, Smith," a presentation of the art and life of modern artists-blacksmiths with Lance Olson and friends.
Sunday ends Museum Week with "The Dennis Banks Film Project" with Dennis Banks and Darren James.
PEACE GARDEN TAKES A CORNER OF THE BIRHC WELNESS GARDEN
Thanks to the careful planning, propagating, and caring over the winter, Heidi Vigill (BI Gardens) has put into the ground a new section of the Welllness Garden. Her Peace Garden, honoring our Angels in White (BI Hospice), and in memory of those they served with such love and devotion over the years, has come to fruition with the help of some of our gardening committee: Connie Wojan, Dana D'Andraia, Mary Jean Pike and Leonor Jacobson.
The beautiful pear tree, peonies, roses, as well as various perennials are provided by Heidi. She also will incorporate Ruth Igoe's white irises, Joyce Runberg's white phlox, Joyce Erber's shasta daisies and Joanne Cashman's white roses. Future plantings will also include hydrangeas from Jeff Powers, and annuals from Denise McDonough's and Cherl's flower sales. How nice to have the cooperation of many islanders on this project. Stop by and see what we have going on. Jim Wojan has dropped off the mulch, the Lighthouse schoolkids have spread it , as well as several CMU Masters students. The BICS Rangers are also prepping the Fairy Garden this week for your enjoyment. Things are growing in our Wellness Garden!!
CALLING ALL FAIRIES, ELFKINS AND GNOMES
Join in the July 4th Parade on Beaver Island.! Come in costume: we also welcome butterflies, fairy flowers, princes and princesses, as well as a few bunnies, frogs and snails! Young ones must be accompanied by adults. You will be lead through the parade route for as long as you'd like to walk (or bikeride) by a special leader . A banner will be hoisted by two more mature walkers . We encourage local school kids as well as visiting children, to
join in the fun! Support the Fairy Garden and have a good time doing it on July 4th. More information or questions call Leonor 448-2894.
Violin Happenings
Irish Fiddle Violin Workshop
July 5th and 6th
In front of the little green house on Kings Highway…
This workshop is being sponsored by the Glen McDonough Memorial Fund. Trae McMaken will be instructing students for two sessions per day – morning and afternoon.
Details to follow.
Glen McDonough Mem. Concert
July 7th 7pm
In front of the little green house on Kings Highway…
Music on the Porch
Monday, July 16th
Music on the Porch begins at 7:30 p.m. on the Print Shop Porch
(Rain location is the Holy Cross Hall)
Private Lessons
Ms. Sheri will be offering private lessons this summer during summer school weeks. Details in the near future…
Tax Payer Contributions by Township
This comparison chart is being presented for clarity:
Comparison of taxes paid by St. James and Peaine Taxpayers for Joint Projects for $80,000 Taxable Value
Funded agency |
St. James taxpayer pays |
Peaine taxpayer pays |
St. James taxpayer pays approximately this much more |
BI Fire Department |
.9643 x 80,000 = $77.14 | .6637 x 80,000 = $53.10 | $24.00 |
BI Rural Health Center |
2.000 x 80,000 =$160.00 |
2.000 x 80,000 = $160.00 |
same amount |
BI Airport |
0.9014 x 80,000 = $72.11 |
0.6204 x 80,000 = $49.63 |
$22.48 |
BI Transfer Station |
1.4464 x 80,000 = $115.71 |
0.9955 x 80,000 = $79.64 |
$36.72 |
BI Emergency Medical Svc |
0.9948 x 80,000 = $79.58 |
0.6847 x 80,000 = $54.78 |
$24.00 |
BI Historical Society |
0.2347 x 80,000 = $18.78 |
0.1615 x 80,000 = $12.92 |
$5.86 |
Two editorials on this subject by Joe Moore:
Equity in Tax Bills
How Serious is the Inequity
The information below is reprinted from a previous editorial on Beaver Island News on the 'Net by Joe Moore:
Peaine Township Millage Rates Set
The millage rates for the two townships are presented here for the joint operations, and you can draw your own conclusions based upon this side by side comparison:
Millage rates in the two townships for jointly funded operations
Funded agency |
St. James millage |
Peaine millage |
BI Fire Department |
0.9643 |
0.6637 |
BI Rural Health Center |
2.000 |
2.000 |
BI Airport |
0.9014 |
0.6204 |
BI Transfer Station |
1.4464 |
0.9955 |
BI Emergency Medical Svc |
0.9848 |
0.6847 |
BI Historical Society |
0.2347 |
0.1615 |
St James pays 6.5316 mills and Peaine pays 5.1258 mills for jointly funded operations.
St. James taxpayers pay 1.4058 mills more than Peaine taxpayers for jointly funded operations.
Why should a St. James Township property owner have to pay more tax dollars for jointly funded operations than any Peaine Township property owner?
It takes a lower millage rate to raise the same amount of dollars in Peaine Township because the Peaine Township SEV is higher than the St. James Township SEV. It does not take a statistical analysis to see a statistically significant difference in these jointly funded millage rates. An individual taxpayer in St. James Township is paying more to support these jointly funded operations than an individual taxpayer in Peaine Township.
St. James individual taxpayers are paying between 31.17% and 45.28% higher taxes for the jointly funded operations.
At this Special Peaine Township Meeting of March 31, 2012, Bill Markey suggested that perhaps St. James Township should decrease their millages instead of having Peaine increase their millages for joint projects. This certainly will not work since the amount of money raised by St. James Township is just matched by Peaine Township, so the inequity of individual taxpayers will just continue. If St. James decreased its funding, Peaine would just match that decrease. If this cycle continued, the organizations trying to provide services to Beaver Island would eventually have no money to fulfill their mission.
It is Joe Moore's position that any jointly funded accounts should be taxed equally based upon equal millage, so that each Beaver Island taxpayer is paying the same amount of millage tax for the jointly funded operations. Joe Moore's request made at the Special Meeting of March 31, 2012, was to have the Peaine Township Board reflect and consider the fairness of these tax rates for jointly funded operations.
Equity in Tax Bills
Why should a St. James Township property owner have to pay more tax dollars for jointly funded operations than any Peaine Township property owner?
How Serious is the Inequity
Consultant Report Available
The Feasibility Evaluation for Establishing a Fixed Wing Medical Evacuation Capability for Beaver Island EMS was presented to both St. James and Peaine Townships at their meetings in August. This feasibility evaluation was completed by a consultant Michael Slattery to eliminate any misunderstandings and to provide the information for BIEMS and the two townships to move forward. This report is many pages long, but Beaver Island News on the 'Net believes that it is important enough to post the entire document including all of the legislation that pertains to this issue. You may view this report by clicking on the link below.
Feasibility Evaluation for Establishing a Fixed Wing Medical Evacuation Capability for Beaver Island EMS
Air Transport for Island Medical Emergencies (ATIME for Us)
by Joe Moore
32 Miles of Water
(Copyright 2004, Phillip Michael Moore)
Update: 2/19/11---This video has had 108 viewings in the months of January and February so far. We hope that the views are getting the importance of having an air ambulance on Beaver Island and ready to go for the emergencies that have occurred here. It is obvious that ill and injured people are searching out other methods of transport since the transports for 2010 were down 50% compared to the last four years. While part of the cause is the depressed economy, the other part is the concern of being transported to the mainland and having a huge bill for that transport. BINN will continue to have this video available until something gets resolved with this issue. Comments so far: "You must be very proud of your son for doing this excellent video." "We never realized that this was still an issue." "Wow, a very important issue that seems to have been put on the back burner for too long. It's a burning issue."
Beaver Island has two flight services, and neither of them are currently certified or licensed to transport emergency patients from Beaver Island to the mainland. We thank the crews of the USCG helicopters for coming to do medical evacuations. We thank the flight services that have helped us get patients to the mainland for the last seven years and before. We thank Northflight for providing this service as well.
While a lot of things have changed over the last 7 years including a new school, a new executive director of EMS, new township supervisors,and new rural health center board members, there is one thing that has not changed.
Beaver Island does not have an FAA Certified Air Ambulance that is licensed by the State of Michigan.
When Phillip Michael Moore made this video as a Master's degree project, no one would have guessed that seven years later Beaver Island would still not have achieved this goal.
Please take the time to view the video. Please take some time to think about this, and then start asking some questions about how this can be resolved.
Beaver Island News on the 'Net Presents "32 Miles of Water" in its final form (28.5 minutes). The previously video, viewed here, was a slightly shortened version. The video is in high quality, but is still streaming video.