School District Tries to Balance Computer Quantity with Its Use and Curriculum Application

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The Lowell Ledger Volume 18, Issue 10 Serving Lowell Area Readers Since 1893 Wednesday, January 19,1994 Computers, Computers and more Computers; School District tries to balance computer quantity with its use and curriculum application

By Thad Kraus committee of the technology believe too much is being established; new middle Lowell Ledger Editor committee. In May of 1992, spent to install a portion of school $217,194; new el- Computer technology the board of education ap- the voice/video system and ementary school, $193,386; recommendations for the proved the technology plan. does not go far enough in and the new high school, How Many curriculums at the elemen- Preparation meetings in 1991 providing computers and re- $676,806. Any decisions on tary, middle school and high were used to formulate the sources to students in much realocating the contingency Computers school levels were based on plan,accordingto Jim White, greater numbers. funds would have to go what was heard in visits to director of curriculum and White noted that the through the school board. Are businesses and industries, and instruction. school expects to have The Lowell High School- Enough? what teachers felt they needed The bond money budgeted $473,000 available for PC teachers' original request was to assist them in implement- for technology was $ 1.3 mil- work stations, as compared for over 400 computers. ing the curriculum more lion. The individual building to the $486,000 figure White said if the school is effectively. budgets break down like this: brought forward by Dave able to meet that number, its The computer technology Alto - $90,000; elementary - McClain and the Citizens for ratio would be roughly one curriculum guide for K-12 $320,000; middle school - Quality Education. computer for every two stu- was adopted by the Lowell $360,000; and high school - "This does not include dents. Board of Education back in $566,500. money which may become White adds however that May of 1993. Opponents to the technol- available through contin- while the ratio of computers The guide was put to- ogy plan put forth by Childs gency fund balances once to students are of some im- gether by the computer Consulting Associates and the new high school project is portance, he believes how curriculum committee, a sub- the technology committee completed," White said. they are used, what their cur- Contingency funds for riculum application is, and if Along Main Street each project are set at seven the school has instructors in iwIJOiifJ ^^yLvI x percent ofthe project amount place to teach the skills are as m and are spent on a priority important. basis at each site for items not "To have 400 computers covered under another bud- in place but not have the in- get. structors who can apply our school computer teacher. White said he hopes so. "It The current contingency curriculum to their use, "They must be in place if we may be at the expense of an- fund remaining as of Dec. doesn't do our students any are to properly implement other position," he added. 31, 1993 for each building is: good," White said. basic computer literacy into Presently, Lowell expccts Bushnell, $0; Alto, $0; Currently, Lowell does not those schools," he said. that the new elementary Runciman/Riverside, not yet haveanelementary ormiddle Will the funding be there? Computers cont'd., p^. 8

STUDENT AMBASSADORS FUND-RAISER Come to aTupperware party and help five Lowell People- Long awaited Cooper agreement to-People student ambassadors go to New Zeeland and Australia this summer. The party will be held Jan. 22 at First Congrega- tional Church on N. Hudson in Lowell from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. moves sewer line project forward The event will be hosted by Jennifer Boyd, Stephanie Brown, Rick VanderWarf, Dena Beers and Becky Cattanach. If you have any questions or would like to place an order, By Marc Popiolek with Richard Cooper to run a along Foreman Rd. and Alden change from Vergennes please call Jennifer or Carlinda Boyd at 897-9176. Contributing Writer sewer line across his prop- Nash. Township. Cooper wanted to erty. Cooper agreed to grant rezone his property from R1 ARTS COUNCIL EXHIBIT Lowell Township has re- The line will run across the easement for $1 in ex- to R2. The rezoning would The recent landscape paintingsof local artist Conrad Bakker ceived a written agreement Cooper's 92-acre property change for a couple of con- have, in his estimation, made will be on exhibit in the gallery of the Lowell Area Arts cessions in hooking up to the a proposed housing develop- Council, 149 S. Hudson St. This exhibit will be on view Public road ordinance line. ment affordable. January 9 through Feb. 12. A reception for the artist will be The agreement follows Both the planning com- held on Sunday, Jan. 16. leads to debate between monthsofdelays in finalizing mission and Vergennes Gallery hours are Tues. through Fri., 1 to 5 p.m. and Sat. and the placement of the line. The Township Board denied his Sun., 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. The Gallery is closed Mondays and new sewer line will serve the request saying it did not fall holidays. Lowell Township and new high school and any resi- with the guidelines of the dents who wish to hook up. township master plan. LOWELL LIGHT & POWER TO TRIM TREES potential land buyers Township officials At one point, township Lowell Light & Power has a tree trimmingcontractoron the wanted to run the line across supervisor John Timpson re- By Marc Popiolek guidelines of road frontage property to trim and remove trees as necessary to provide Cooper's property because it ceived authorization from the Contributing Writer set forth in the township's proper clearance from primary and secondary circuits. zoning ordinance for a single offers a natural flow, which board to condemn the prop- This contractor will be working throughout the service eliminatesthe need fora pump erty ifnecessary to insure that In the effort to build two family dwelling. territory. Property owners will be contacted to obtain their station. the line would be in place by homes on 57 acres of land off Currently, the properly permission to trim and/or remove trees which cause a hazard Part of the delay in plac- the time the school opens. Timpson Rd. and 1-96, Rick has a 66-foot easement off with electrical service. The trimming work is currently being ing the line came when Coo- However, a verbal agreement Seese and Todd Verwys arc Timpson as access, but ac- done and will continue through the third week of January. per requested a rezoning Sewer Line, cont'd. pj». 8 trying to convince Lowell cording to the zoning ordi- Township officials that 1-96 nance, it does not reach the COMMODITIES DISTRIBUTION INSIDE THE LEDGER constitutes a public road for minimum 200-foot road Commodities will be distributed Thursday, Jan. 27 be- road frontage. frontage for a single family Sewer contact awarded for new High tween 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Lowell Moose Recreational The debate Seese, a real dwelling. If Verwys were to School, Pg. 7 Building, 210 E. Main. estate agent for Greenridge build a private road on the Check the "expiration date" on your commodities pick-up Realty, and Verwys, a poten- property to meet the 200-fool card. If it has expired and you want to renew it, you must bring tial buyer for the property, frontage, he would then have Grapplers win Invitational, Pg. 15 the following: current proof of total household income; current have with the township is to split the property into five Main St. cont'd, p^. 8 whether 1-96 falls within the Public Rd. cont'd, p^. 8 The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, January 19, 1994-Pase 2 The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, January 19,1994-Page 3 sister, Mary Jane Oudendyk Jim and Jo Ann Jamison of Henry and Charlotte Reurink WESTMAAS (Noorman) Joyce Ann Westmaas, aged of Lapeer; mother-in-law, Middleville; 15 grandchil- of Shelbyville, Minnie Helen Vos of Kentwood. She dren; 11 great-grandchildren; VanDorp of NC; brother-in- 56, of Ada, died January 11, OBITUARIES law Melvin Anderson of Alto; 1994. She is survived by her was preceded in death by her Vision 2000 forum tries to help clear the air mother, Mrs. Myrtle Raman son, Steven James Noorman. of Sparta; brother, Carl two sisters-in-law, Louise husband Philip F.; children, Fall ling of Walker; sister, Reurink of Wyoming and Deborah (Darrel) Waid, Den- Memorial Services were held By Thad Kraus faculty with Super Care II world is computer driven and "I wish we had more time time to give the board die Ray Quada. Luanne (Lee) Colby of Sparta; Hilda Reurink of Wayland; nis Westmaas, Shcrrie (Scott) Friday at Cascade Christian Lowell Ledger Editor health insurance for five computers should be so we could tJioroughly cover benefit of the doubt, allow it "I diink he is on die right BROWN - Mrs. Gloria A. dren, Michael, Rebecca, and several nieces and neph- and several nieces and neph- Bothee, all of Grand Rapids, Church, Dr. Clayton months. technology's top priority. all die questions and allow to digest what's been said and path. These are not easy times. Brown, aged 61, of James, Kristen, Jeffrey. Also Ronald Noorman Jr. of Wyo- Klingenfus and Rev. ews. Funeral Services were ews. Funeral Services were Vision 2000chainnan Jim It will spend $348,692.05 Shawn Eshragh, Citizens every one to ask all their acton it," Eshragh said. "It's A community needs a man- Kalamazoo, died Sunday, Jan. surviving is a father-in-law, ming, Sherry (Chct) Haynes Raymond Gaylord, officiat- held Tuesday, Jmi. 18, in St. held Wednesday from Sunset Bosserd reflected on Tuesday to provide its staff with Super for Quality Education, said he questions," Bosserd said. "I not fair to fire questions all the ager, someone who can pro- 9,1994. Mrs. Brown was bom Eugene Smith; brothers, M. Marks Lutheran Church. Rev. Park Church of God with Pas- of Rockford, Brian (Karla) ing. Memorial contributions Care I insurance from Dec. 1 believes technology is what is believe it went a ways in put- vide it widi leadership, and September 28, 1932 in evening's question and an- time." Jack (Virginia) Fonger, Mac Westmaas of Kentwood, to American Diabetes Asso- of 1993 until June 30 of this needed to make students em- Rodney Otto officiating. In- tor Calvin C. Bloom officiat- swer forum , pondering ting the community togetJier." The Citizen for Quality that person needs a commu- Lowell, the daughter of Carl (Rose) Fonger, Richard David (Lenore) Westmaas of ciation would be appreciated. terment Chapel Hill Cem- ing. Intennent Chapel Hill whether or not the four-hour ye

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Box 128 • Lowell, MI 49331 7-6197 The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, January 19,1994-Page 4 College The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, January 19, 1994-Page 5 News Homespun A total of 1,296 students Devotions i achieved placement on the fall quarter dean's list at Michi- By Pauline Spray gan Technological University by earning a grade point aver- I will call upon the Lord, Men ought to exalt God. age of 3.5 or higher. Dr. who is worthy to be praised. He is worthy of praise. And Probably warmer up in the nose bleed seats where we were. Martha J miners, 1 )ean of Stu- I spotted a paper sack on top of a trash barrel. I dumped out (Psalm 18:3). praise brings His approval. It When we left, it was cold here, but not that bad. What we hadn't dents, reported dial 276 stu- the contents-some pistachio shells and a half-eaten sandwich. f ^ "My daddy got his taxes," brings victory to the heart realized was the east side of the state was several degrees dents earned straight A aver- I then ripped out a hole for my eyes and slipped the bag over a little boy bragged to his play- when nothing else can. One colder that day, and the winds over there were something out ages of 4.00. my head. It didn't hold in much heat, but it kept my ears from mate. missionary testified, "We ot the "Wizard of Oz." We all dressed for the Silverdome cozy corner feeling like a NASA wind tunnel. As what was left of my body Kristen M. Stouffer, a se- "My daddy got his taxes praised our way through the instead of the epic journey from the parking lot to the front nior, was included on that list. heat warmed the inside of the bag, I began to get a whiff of first," the little girl retorted, difficulty." Another has said, by Roger Brown door. pastrami on rye over the smell of diesel fumes from the idling "When it is hard to pray, praise I'm tellin' you folks, I haven't been that cold lately. Maybe Joyce Thuston v NV thinking that put her father ^ ^\\ ' tour buses. Bonus! A total of 1,7X0 students your way through." "32> out front. never! When we got out of the toasty warm car, things didn't Greenridge Realty an- are included on the dean's list As we trudged along with the masses, most dressed as Another child was over- Why not try it if you're in seem so bad. Because of its giant size, the Silverdome didn't stupidily as we were, I heard several comments about my nounced that Joyce Thuston for die fall semester of die difficulty? "Praise your way look that far away. In reality, I think we hiked across at least heard to boast, '"My father has makeshift hat.Some were wisecracks about being an unknown received Sales Associate of 1993-94 academic year at through." two counties and part of Ontario to get to the door. ••N.v • more credit cards than yours the Month in December. Western Michigan Univer- Lions fan. Some Green Bay fan said something like, "Yeah, I'd has." Prayer: "My heart is As winter came upon us in December, I continually heard Our trek took us through a parking lot roughly the size of sity. cover my head too, if I were a Lions fan." However, most of the This award recognizes fixed, O God, my heart is people carping about it. My standard reply would always be a Arkansas. We then went over an expressway on a completely Children love to brag comments I heard were inquiries as to where I found the bag. Thuston for her outstanding To be eligible, students fixed. I will sing and give short dissertation about how I wouldn't mind winter nearly so exposed pedestrian overpass where everyone was fighting for about their parents. When Several people offered to buy it. I wouldn't have taken any- success and achievements. must have compiled at least a praise.... I will praise thee, O much it it would just act like winter. I would go on to explain position on the downwind side. Wc then had to march uphill God's children catch a true thing short of plane fare to Hawaii for it. 3.5 grade point average (on a Lord, amongthe people: I will that I missed winter as I remembered it from my youth. That is, and directly into the wind across another parking lot as big as gl impse of H isgreat ness, they Since that night, we've experienced Alberta Clippers, Arc- Greenridge Realty is scale of 4.0 being all A's) in at sing unto thee among the na- lots of snow and temperatures low enough to keep it from the first one. want to brag about Him, too. tic Blasts and various other trashings from the tundra. The pleased to announce the addi- least 14 hours of graded class tions. For thy mercy is great melting. The kind of winters in which one could enjoy the Theonly good thing about the ordeal was I looked like a true Many humans are im- furnace at our house can't heat the old barn in this kind of tion of Bill Stouffer and Ann Bill Stouffer Ann Wittenbach work. Lions fan through at least the first half of the game. With my pressed by those who possess unto the heavens, and thy truth numerous winter sports such as skiing, sledding, skating, ice Wittenbach to their sales staff weather. The temperature in my bedroom and bath has been Among them from the unto the clouds." Amen. fishing, snowmobiling, etc. I said I was sick of these moderate silver hair and my face Honolulu Blue from the cold, I looked Murray Lake with her bus- of her life and is the daughter wealth and influence; they are hovering in the low fifties every morning. I've been throwing in Lowell. Lowell area were: Aaron just like the guys who paint themselves in hopes the network always ready to give atten- winters we ve had ot late, with nothing but wet snow, mud, Stouffer resides in the band Ron and two sons Kevin of Bob and Velma Perry of an extra quilt on the waterbed and letting the dog climb up next Sebastijui Corcoran, Geri S. We increase the sweet- slop and a bazillion cold and flu bugs going around. TV cameramen will pan on them during their game coverage. and Chris. She has been a Lowell. tion to those in prominent to me. So far I've been getting along with one dog. If this gets Lowell area with his wife Dykema, Tammy Denise ness of our gifts by thankful- Did anybody see me? resident of die Lowell area all places. But God is different Alter about two weeks of temperatures cold enough to Susan and daughters, Kris, Eldridge, Heather Haynes, any worse, I may have togo to the Humane Society foracouplc from mortals. He listens to ness for them. We taste them make an Eskimo hunker down and snow to wear out a couple The Lions lost in a squeaker, but it was a great game. Beth. Holly and Katie. He has and Kenneth Robert Stauffer. more. the least of us. He gives grace twice when we ruminate on of shovels, I'm ready to cry, "Uncle!" Now you know. The Toward the end, it looked like it would go into overtime. I was been a teacher in the Lowell Of course the car never gets warm until I get where I'm *** From die Alto area were them in gratitude. truth is not always in me. Give me my moderate winter back! praying for it, in hopes I'd thaw just a little more before having to the humble, strength to the going. I could dress for this weather, but I can't move in all School System for the past 16 If you Mailt the present to be different from the past, Tamara J. Faber and Zachary to make that hike back to the car. No such luck. weak and weary, sight to the ALEXANDER I'll drive through slop. I'll walk through mud. I'll fight off the years. study the past. —Barueh Spinoza M. Thompson; from the Ada those clothes, let alone try to work. Like I said, I haven't been blind, and wisdom to those MACLAREN llu. Just give me some feeling back in my fingers and toes. You may remember from a previous column that this was Wittenbach resides on warm since that trip to the Silverdome. So, unless we luck out area were: Paul Michael This all started a week ago Saturday, and I haven't been about the time I was suffering from a monster car infection. As who ask. / ^ and get a January thaw, don't be surprised if you see me Kudirka, Kimberly A. Morrill warm since. A bunch ot us went to the Detroit Lions playoff we left the stadium, it dawned on mc that frigid arctic blasts sportingaroundtown with a fur-lined paper sack over my head. and Wendy L. Perdok. From game with Green Bay.ThegamewasatthePontiacSilverdome whistling in one car and out the other probably weren't the best I've been working on one when I can gel my fingers to move. Is your CD About To die Saranac area was Mat- which is always kept at a comfortable seventy-some degrees. therapy for my condition. I became desperate for a hat of some 12 diew Wesley Brown. kind. Renew? /////////////////////////////////////////////SIL, D

Call us First! band, had asked Eckart to set up the attack. ice in Lillehammer and she will win at least a bronze medal. • 897-6937 • The latest report I heard, Monday night, was that work was If the attack doesn't affect her physical talent or hinder her underway to tie Gillooly to the attack. I tend to think he was mental psyche, she may very well win a gold medal. Andy Andrzejewski LOWELL AREA probably involved. Whether or not they can link him to it is And then, the pot of gold that awaits her in endorsements We have some CD alternatives that will pay SCHOOLS I Cf had's another story. will be overflowing. high Interest, offer tax-deferred Interest INCOME TAX SERVICE I want to believe Tonya Harding did not know anything As for Harding, let's agree she had nothing to do with the earnings, and guarantee a lifetime retirement LUNCH MENU about it, but she hasn't shown a whole lot of remorse toward attack and that her guilt is just in association. Maybe it's in her Income. Call today for details. DALE JOHNSON I JL hough ts Nancy Kerrigan. I guess it's possible she has, but it hasn't been 11260 Bailey Dr., Lowell MI Week of Jan. 24th best interest to give a public show of remorse for what Making your 6167 28th St.. BE reported. happened and then step aside, letting Lillehammer be FARM BUREAU f future more Grand Rapids, Ml MONDAY: Pizza w/meat, cheese I she is innocent, it's a shame because she will never win Kerrigan's shining moment. INSURANCE Where the coffee is always hot & pepperoni, carrot sticks & dip. i m • •am uhaw CMA 49546 • 940-8181 a go id medal at the Winter Olympics in Lillehammer, Norway. predictable ,7/J/, J/JSS//////J////////*///////zzzzzz/ ^ canned fruit, whipped dessert, Her scores for such a difficult move would be higher than milk. Have you been following the Nancy KerriganTTonya Judging for Figure Skating is very subjective and political. If any she might receive on ice in Lillehammer. Harding "Skategate?" there is even a trace of doubt in Harding's innocence, it will Staying in the arena of sports, you've got to be rooting for TUESDAY: Hot dog, cole slaw, be reflected in her score. Not only will she lose on the ice, but Kansas City and San Francisco victories this weekend. No choice of fresh or canned fruit, It you haven't, don't worry; I'msurethis will beturnedinto any chance of endorsement dollars that may have followed her milk. a made for TV movie within six months. one in their right mind wants to see a Dallas/Buffalo rematch. Authorities have arrested Harding bodyguard Shawn Eckart, performance at the Olympics are now remote at best. The Chiefs and the 49er's. Montana against his old team- AREA CHURCH DIRECTORY WEDNESDAY: Baked lasagna, Derrick Smith (the get-away driver) and Shane Slant, the It's ironic that the attack, which was to remove Kerrigan mates. The team he led to four Super Bowl victories. That CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY buttered green beans, fresh from the Olympic picture and endorsement riches, will end up ADA COMMUNITY baked French bread, w/p-nut but- alleged hitman. could be a Super Bowl that would live up to its hype. FOREST HILLS CHURCH OF LOWELL REFORMED CHURCH ter, fruit sherbet or canned fruit, Reports allege that Jett Gillooly, Harding's former hus- doing just the opposite. All Kerrigan has to do is step onto the 1 c4)p i PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Meeting at the Middle School 7227 Thornapple River Dr 676-1032 milk. Pastor: THOMAS J. BARTHA 7495 Cascade Rd. S.E. at 36th St. (12675 Foreman) Morning Worship 10:00 A.M. THURSDAY: Cheeseburger in a Services 10:00 A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Sunday School 11:20 A.M. bun, dinosaur tater tots, steamed kij 11:15 Church School And Children's Activities ,. 10:00 A.M. mixed vegetables, canned fruit c members male and female, young and old. One song: Schools were closed three days last week with the Evening Worship 6:00 P.M. A Ministers: apple crisp, milk. Midweek Bible Studies and Youth Groups "Kissing Paper Through the Telephone." heavy snow and more is forecast. We invite you to make • Thomas D. Keizer • Allan J. Weenink "LISTENING AND HELPING" A Traffic Bureau at City Hall has been established for this community church W. Fred Graham FRIDAY: Assorted Sandwiches: 897-0077 y your church home. 942-2751 bologna, peanut butter or tuna, 75 YEARS AGO IN THE LEDGER - JAN. 16, 1919 the convenience of motorists who do not wish to contest WELCOME TO ALL. homemade vegetable soup, crack- Priscilla Thirty-five states have ratified the Prohibition amend- a traffic violation. This replaces the Justice-of-the-Peace ers, assorted fruit, milk. EMMAUS LUTHERAN Lussmycr ment to the constitution, one less than needed, and system as of Jan. 1. FIRST UNITED METHODIST FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL A New ELCA Church MIDDLE SCHOOL Nebraska, Missouri and Minnesota are in a race to be There's a dearth of candidates for the three open Serving SE Kent County CHURCH OF LOWELL OF LOWELL CHURCH OF LOWELL & HIGH SCHOOL the 36th. Twelve states ratified it in two days. The law will seats on city council. 621 E. Main Street • 897-5936 r Meeting At: 2275 West Main Street (United Chu ch of Christ) MONDAY: Pizza w/meat, cheese become effective in one year. 1950 LHS graduate Dr. Robert Hall is on a New York REGULAR HOURS 404 North Hudson • 897-5906 Pine Ridge Elementary School & pepperoni or soft shell chicken The state has paid out $8,500 in bounties to hunters, research team studying gallstones. Morning Worship 9:00 A M. & 10:45 A M burrito or chef salad with bread, Sun. Worship Service 9:30 A.M. & 6:00 P.M. 3250 Redford S.E. • 868-6611 Church School 9:30 to 10:30 A M Worship and Church School 10:00 A.M. fruit juice, carrot sticks & dip or chiefly for hawks, weasels, wolves and foxes in the last Sunday School Hour 11:00 A.M. REV. B. GORDON BARRY Dr. Roger LaWarre Pastor (off "7000" Cascade Rd. on Leyton) side salad, canned fruit, whipped six months of 1918, AWANA & JV; Wednesday 6:30 P.M. Eleanor Martin Director of Education Nursery available at both services WORSHIP 9 A.M. dessert, milk. All women, except wives of aliens, may vote in .Prayer Meeting; Wednesday 6:45 P.M. Roger MacNaughton Director of Music SUNDAY SCHOOL 10:15 A.M. Barrier - Free Entrance Michigan, provided they have lived in the state six JOE GERKIN, PASTOR. 897-7168 Barrier-Free Nursery Provided TUESDAY: Hot dog or nacho We invite you to "walk" with us. pieces with cheese or chef salad months or more. To THE EDITOR with bread, homemade chili, cole Swift & Co. is running a series of 1 /4-page ads lauding • slaw, choice of fresh or canned TPVERGREENiF its business practices, apparently in reply to Upton JLLi MISSIONARY CHURCH m ST. MARY'S fruit, milk. GOOD SHEPHERD Ledger Entries Dear Editor: I was thinking about Jeff 10501 Setllewood • Ph 897-7185 CATHOLIC CHURCH Sinclair's expose of the meat-packing industry. LUTHERAN CHURCH My opinion on computers (Timpson) the other night and Sunday School 9:45 A.M. 402 N. Amity WEDNESDAY: Baked lasagna or of 100, 75,50 and 25 Years Ago in last week's letter to the edi- Worship Service 11:00 A.M. 10305 Bluewater Highway turkey stir fry on white rice or 50 YEARS AGO IN THE LEDGER - JAN. 20, 1944 the word courage came into chef salad, buttered green Evening Service 6:00 P.M. tor was my opinion only! It my mind. When I looked it up Morning Worship 10:00 A.M. MSGNR. JAMES MORAN beans, fresh baked French Lowell band members canvass house-to-house sell- does not necessarily re tied in my thesaurus, there were Prayer and Praise - Wed., 7:30 P.M. Sunday School & Adult Bible 9:00 A.M. bread, w/p-nut butter, fruit sher- ing war bonds; buyers receive free tickets to the band GLENN H MARKS - Senior Pastor, 897-9110 MASSES M] bet or canned fruit, milk. theopinionofany of the other words like bravery, valor, JOSEPH FREMER. PASTOR concert. If that doesn't make the quota, business people STAN GERIG - Associate Pastor, 897-5894 Saturday Mass 5:30 P.M. 100 YEARS AGO IN THE JOURNAL - JAN. 17,1894 mcmbersofthe Finance Com- who canvassed in the last drive will do so again. heroism, virtue and gallantry. ALL ARE WELCOME! 897-8307 Sunday Masses 9:00 & 11:00 A.M. Wlv-' THURSDAY: Cheeseburger in a The old Shakespeare Club has been replaced by the •-•J ,. \ mittee of Vision 2000. I remember a saying 1 had (Barrier-Free) bun or Chicken patty sandwich or Literary Society, to meet every other Monday evening. A boxcar-full, almost 14 tons, of paper was collected Salmon patty sandwich or chef John Clore once read: "Courage in the The U.S. Treasury reports being over $43 million in in the drive by the FFA boys last week. ALTON BIBLE CHURCH LOWELL CHURCH salad with bread, oven fries, face of adversity has kept men CALVARY CHRISTIAN steamed mixed vegetables, debt. Next Monday will be the Village Caucus for nominat- Lincoln Lake Ave. at 3 Mile Road OF THE NAZARENE Dear Editor: on their feel through thick and i o ^ A REFORMED CHURCH canned fruit or apple crisp, milk. The Republican National Committee favors admitting ing village officials for the coming year. Sunday School 10:00 A.M. 201 N. Washington • 897-8800 A former classmate of mine thin." 1 have a coffee mug OF LOWELL the new states of Utah, Arizona, New Mexico and Okla- The National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis warns Morning Worship 11:00 A M, Sunday School 9 45 A M FRIDAY: Assorted Sandwiches: died recently. I never knew REV. CARL J. REITSMA- 897-9836 that communities must prepare for next summers' cases with a saving on it which I -w •>-<- Evening Praise 6:00 P.M. Morning Worship 11:00 A.M. Stacked turkey, nb-b que or tuna homa to the union. 1151 West Main Street, Lowell, Ml this young man (or his fam- think about quite often and it Wednesday AWANA 7:00 P.M. Sunday Evening 6:00 PM. pita or chef salad with bread, Ad by Grand Rapids' Spring & Co.: "The White City is in terms of adequate hospital beds, equipment and care. Morning Worship 10:00 A. M. ily). They are well-known and has helped me. The saying is M (Sept. - April) Wednesday Family Ministry 7:00 P.M. homemade vegetable soup, crack- Many medical personnel as well as laywomen are being Sunday School 11:20 A.M. Dawning, the Flaxen Floodgates Opened"—meaning respected in our town. I found Prayer and Bible Study 7:30 PM. ers, side salad or pasta salad, trained in the Kenny treatment by Sister Kenny herself. the serenity prayer: "God grant Evening Worship 6:00 PM. assorted fruit, milk. the annual white sale. REV KENNETH R MCGEE, Pastor Robert L. Walls, Pastor out that he had lost his battle me the serenity to accept the Nursery available at both services 897-5648 or 897-4273 Staffed Nursery Provided The new Vergennes Read'ng Circle is off to a great Barrier-Free Weekly prepaid lunches welcome. with cancer which he had things 1 can not change. The YOU ARE WELCOMF! Barrier-Free Entrance start, with singing, recitations and readings given by 25 YEARS AGO IN THE LEDGER - JAN. 16. 1969 fought for a long, long lime. Letters, cont'd, pji. 9 The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, January 19,1994-Page 6 The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, January 19,1994-Page 7 Lowell Post Office to initiate correct address program Judge gives Lawrence life sentence without parole The Postal Service Head- including ZIP+4 Codes and "We are very pleased to been selected as an automa- progress in the volume of mail the mail." quarters has selected Lowell to encourage its use. This no- have been chosen to partici- tion test site, with letter mail we are able to put in delivery Should any customers By Thad Kraus case, according to Kent cessory after the fact to felony office will recommend that plea, the prosecutor also to participate in an official tification will take place in pate in this project," stated being sorted in the order the sequence by automation, thus have questions regarding this Lowell Ledger Editor County Prosecutor David murder, which carries a Brown receive a sentence next dropped a habitual offender Correct Address Notification Lowell during the month of Sylvia Taylor, Postmaster, carrier delivers. This address reducing the time the carrier project, or proper addressing Scheiber, entered tlie plea of maximum five-year sentence, month of no more than one charge that could have in- (CAN) project. January. Lowell. "We have already notification will help us spends in the office sorting for automation, Taylor may Antonio Lawrence, a 22- guilty in the Kent County Under a plea-bargain year in the Kent County Jail, creased Brown's maximum Approximately 30 per- be reached at (616) 897-9949. year-old Saginaw man, a pa- Circuit Court to being an ac- agreement, the prosecutor's In exchange for his guilty term in prison. cent of all mail is incompletely roled felon, and the man who or incorrectly addressed. Most pulled the trigger in the of this mail must be sorted shooting death of Lowell's Loadstar awarded sewer contract for new high school manually and isdelivered pri- MUSIC MASTER Suzanne Timpson- marily because of letter Wittenbach was sentenced The Lowell City Directories Are By Marc Popiolek $240,871.25 was more than the last step needed before the could start in the near future, carrier's knowledge of their "Your Radio Shack Dealer" to a life term without parole Contributing Writer 50 percent less than the high- township could begin to con- and the project must be com- routes. With fully automated Now Available At by Kent County Circuit Judge Suzanne Timpson-Wittenbach WE NOW CARRY... • est bid of $598,000 submitted struct a line. pleted before the school opens mail sorting, this could create George Buth. Cassettes • CD's The Lowell Ledger Office for On Monday night, the by tlie Jack Dykstra Company. The cost of the project will in August. delays in the process and in- "It's finally over," saidJudy saw no remorse for what the $ Lowell Township Board The township could ac- be absorbed by the new high Township clerk Carol crease mail handling costs. 0RBIT Timpson. Saginaw man had done and & Electrical Needs THE AAAGAZINC Of THC N£W lElfVlSlON A Copy - awarded its sewer contract for cept the bid because it finally school since the line will only Wells believes the project The Lowell Post Office 4-00 For the Timpson family, thus, he deserved every bit of the new high school to the received a written agreement serve it. However, the school could be finished as early as will be notifying each house- HOURS: Monday thru FHday 9-8; Salurday 9-5; Closed Sunday 105 N. Broadway, Lowell. the case may finally be over, the life sentence he received Loadstar Corporation. from Richard Cooper to run could recoup some of the July. hold and business of its cor- 209 E. MAIN STREET, LOWELL • PHONE 897-6040 but the pain and anguish re- for the senseless killing. Loadstar's bid was the the sewer line across his money if home owners along rect and complete addresses main. Andre Brown, 24, whose lowest of 18 received by the property. Getting the written the line hook up. Buth told Lawrence that he cooperation helped break the township. The bid of permission from Cooper was Construction of the line // r//////////. warn s mtAmtMsmssm 1 C/7Y COUNCIL I cm COUNCIL PRoemm^ i OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS The project would provide residents in the assessment YEA; 5. Noonon stated that in order to remedy the situation, OF district four options of payment: 1) Not to hook up, but be done whether the school was involved or not. Item #9. COUNCIL COMMENTS. Councilmember Th- NAY; 0. transfers be made from the General Fund in the amount CITY COUNCIL pay the special assessment in one lump sum 2) Not to City Manager Pasquale said two letters were received ompson questioned the status of the Lee's Landing ABSENT: 0. of $12,000 to the Local Street Fund and $7,400 to the OF THE hook up, but spread the assessment over a 20 year from residents (Maureen Lombardo, 2400 W. Main and building located at 109 W. Main. MOTION CARRIED. Major Street Fund. CITY OF LOWELL period 3) To hook up to the system and pay the special Jon Graber, 825 Alden Nash) expressing their concerns Mayor Maatman expressed concern regarding the railing regarding the proposed assessment. Item #2. ANNUAL AUTHORIZATION OF SIGNATURES assessment in one lump sum 4) To hook up to the in front of the building. For the Regular Meeting of MONDAY, JANUARY 3, FOR CITY BANK ACCOUNTS AND DESIGNATION system but spread the assessment over a 20 year IT WAS MOVED BY THOMPSON and seconded by City Attorney Richard Wendt said the City could have the IT WAS MOVED BY HODGES and seconded by TH- HODGES that transfers be made from the General Fund 1994. OF DEPOSITORY BANKS. As provided annually, the period. building torn down and place the cost as a lien on the OMPSON to adopt the resolution determining to make in the amount of $12,000 to the Local Street Fund and City must designate its depository banks and authorize Stan Krzykwa, 2250 W. Main, questioned the need of property. the westside water improvements, approving the esti- $7,400 to the Major Street Fund in order to comply with The Meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by City signatures for the coming year. having to run two mains along M-21. LeFevre responded Pasquale said the Downtown Development Authority mated costs ($197,655), the portion to be paid by special State Act 51 which requires that administrative expendi- Manager/Clerk David Pasquale. The following designations are recommended; on M-21 individual service leads from the main cannot go has considered utilizing funds to demolish the building. assessment (total estimate of cost to be paid by property tures not exceed 10% of the Transportation Fund Authorized sianatures; across the road perpendicular to each property. By Wendt added that there are no doubt a number of Deputy City Clerk Betty Morlock swore in newly elected having two mains, any problems in the future can be owners), number of installments (payable up to 20 years), allocation received from the State of Michigan and that ordinance and code violations to the property and charges interest rate (1% above the average or 7% if bonds are only 50% of Local Street construction costs may be paid Councilmember C. Jeanne Shores and re-elected a. Mayor City Manager David Pasquale remedied without shutting traffic down along M-21. could be brought for the violation of the code. not issued) and to direct to the City Manager to prepare from State Transportation Fund allocations. Councilmembers James D. Maatman and James W. Mayor Pro Tem City Treasurer Judy Noonon Krzykwa further questioned if the assessment could be Pasquale said a building permit valid for one year has the roll. YEA: 5. Hodges and the Roll was called. Police Chief Barry Emmons extended over 20 years. Wendt explained in this case, been issued for repairing the floor. He will discuss the YEA: 5. Present; Councilmembers Green, Hodges, Thompson, the City has already extended the assessment an addi- NAY; 0, issue with Building Inspector Andy Sparks and deter- NAY; 0. ABSENT; 0. Shores and Maatman. Safety Deposit Box; tional 5 years. He said that to finance these costs the City mine what the next step should be taken regarding the ABSENT; 0. MOTION CARRIED. Absent; None. has to borrow. The longer period of time for borrowing, status of the building. MOTION CARRIED. the higher the interest rate and more interest being paid. Councilmember Thompson questioned the status of the b. Charlene McNab Item #7. SIDEWALK REPAIR/REPLACEMENT PRO- IT WAS MOVED BY GREEN and seconded by THOMP- Ursula Mahan, 12035 Gee Dr., questioned if there were no parking signs at the Action Auto site. Chief Emmons Betty Morlock Item #4 RESOLUTIONS OF INTENT TO ISSUE SPE- GRAM - POLICY CONSIDERATIONS. Director of Public SON that the minutes of the December 20,1993 meeting plans to construct the sewer at this time. LeFevre re- responded the signs have been posted. CIAL ASSESSMENT AND WATER REVENUE BONDS Works Art Gall requested Council input in order to estab- be approved as written. sponded there is no construction benefit to installing Mayor Maatman thanked the Council for his reappoint- Depository Banks; WITH THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OFTREASURY. lish inspection criteria for those sidewalks that need YEA; 5. water and sewer simultaneously. By law, the pipes need ment as Mayor. City Attorney Richard Wendt said resolutions of intent to repair. He provided the Council with two types of con- NAY; 0. 10' of separation and cannot be constructed in the same issue bonds for the westside water improvements project cerns for sidewalks, safety and appearance. Typical ABSENT; 0. c. Comerica Bank-Grand Rapids (Grand Rapids) trench. LeFevre explained typically a sewer main is 8' to Item #10. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT. City Manager must be adopted by the Council and forwarded to the safety concerns include differences in elevation, ex- MOTION CARRIED. FMB (Lowell) 15' deep; where a water main has a 5' to 6' depth. Pasquale reported on the following: Michigan Department of Treasury. The bonds involve a treme tilt, deep spalled areas, large cracks and poor First of America Bank (Grand Rapids) Robert McGrew, 755 Alden Nash, questioned if the A. The November minutes and December agendas ofthe special assessment ($250,000 maximum) and revenue drainage, while appearance concerns consist of minor IT WAS MOVED BY HODGES and seconded by Old Kent Bank (Ada, Grand Rapids) water main north of Gee Dr. could be extended to service Light and Power and Cable TV Boards were presented. ($1,500,000 maximum) issues. surface spalling, hairline cracks and discoloration. MAATMAN that the bills and accounts payable be al- Manufacturers National Bank the new high school. LeFevre responded the City is only B. An informational meeting has been scheduled for of Grand Rapids (Grand Rapids) Gall noted that according to a report presented from the Monday, January 10 at 7 p.m. on the new refuse pick up- lowed and the warrants issued. providing raw water at a rate to the township. The IT WAS MOVED BY GREEN and seconded by SHORES Michigan National Bank (Ada, Grand Rapids) City of Grand Rapids, the standard for replacing sidewalk recycling program at City Hall. Dennis Goodsell, owner of YEA; Councilmembers Green, Hodges, Thompson, storage tank is providing part ofthe City's project and will to adopt the resolution of intent to issue special assess- NBD Grand Rapids (Ada, Grand Rapids) is a half-inch or greater difference in elevation between Denny's Disposal, will be present at this meeting. Pasquale Shores and Maatman. give added capacity for fire protection for all within the ment and water revenue bonds with the Michigan Standard Federal (Grand Rapids) slabs or sections of slabs. said as of today, 56 persons have paid deposits for the NAY: 0. City limits. Department of Treasury. Mayor Maatman stressed serviceability and safety ofthe Don Fizer, owner of Michigan Wire, questioned why the recycling bins. Additionally, the red bags will be distrib- ABSENT; 0. YEA: 5. sidewalks as important criteria. IT WAS MOVED BY GREEN and seconded by HODGES City would install water mains without sewer on the uted to the businesses (True Value, Hahn's, Plumbs and MOTION CARRIED, NAY: 0. Councilmember Hodges said in the downtown area, to accept the designated depository banks and autho- westside. He felt to have the water mains there by itself Family Fare) in packages of ten and will be available at ABSENT: 0. there are possibilities for people to trip on the cracks. He BILLS AND ACCOUNTS PAYABLE (1/3/94) rized signatures for bank accounts and access to the is a waste. City Hall. MOTION CARRIED. questioned if heavily traveled areas such as the down- Councilmember Shores questioned how the new pro- GENERAL FUND $ 79,884.71 safety deposit box during the ensuing year as recom- Councilmember Thompson said safety was a main con- town need more consideration as compared to less gram has affected the police department's fund-raiser of MAJOR STREET FUND 19.71 mended. cern. If there was a severe fire on the west side, the City Item #5. GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE - traveled residential walk? selling bags. Chief Emmons said the police department SEWER FUND 2,790.67 YEA: 5. would not be able to handle a disaster, it is a safety issue COLLECTION OF SUMMER TAXES FOR 1994. City Gall questioned the previous sidewalk program and why will discontinue selling the bags. WATER FUND 105,460.92 NAY; 0. whether there is a new school or not. Manager Pasquale explained, that as in previous years, the City paid 50% for replacement and 25% for new. Councilmember Hodges suggested having the informa- AIRPORT FUND 2,216.73 ABSENT; 0. Todd Landman, 2399 W. Main, questioned what per- the Grand Rapids Community College requested that the Deputy City Clerk Betty Morlock said that replacing tional meeting taped to be aired on Channel 2 for public DATA PROCESSING FUND 19.90 MOTION CARRIED. centage of the cost is the actual pipe and that pertaining City collect the district's summer property taxes. As part sidewalk was more costly because the old concrete information. EQUIPMENT FUND 447.23 to excavating and research. LeFevre responded the of a continuous resolution, the City collects the GRCC's would have to be removed before the new walk could be C. City Manager Pasquale said the Michigan Municipal CURRENT TAX FUND 133,388.16 Item #3. WESTSIDE WATER IMPROVEMENTS - PUB- material costs amount to approximately 35 - 40% with property taxes at no fee but is able to keep the interest installed. League will have its Legislative Conference on Wednes- LIC HEARING ON THE CREATION OF THE SPECIAL excavating estimated at 65%. Landman questioned how earned during the bank deposit before distributing these Councilmember Shores felt the City should contribute day, February 9 in Lansing. Interested Councilmembers Item #1. ELECTION OF MAYOR AND MAY PRO TEM. ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND ADOPTION OF RESO- much additional cost would be involved to install a sewer LUTION DETERMINING TO MAKE IMPROVEMENTS. monies to the Community College. toward sidewalks. She further questioned if the City that wish to attend need to contact Betty. As required by the City Charter, the election ofthe mayor line along with the water main. He said the cost of presently contributes toward the cost of a sidewalk for and the mayor pro tem was held by Council for two year John LeFevre, an engineer with Fishbeck, Thompson, excavating will continue to increase each year. LeFevre IT WAS MOVED BY THOMPSON and seconded by new construction. City Manager Pasquale said the City Item #11. APPOINTMENTS. Mayor Maatman provided terms. City Manager/Clerk Pasquale opened the floor for Carr and Huber and City Attorney Richard Wendt were explained installing sewer systems are much more in- GREEN to approve the continuing resolution to collect has not. the following three (3) year appointments to 1/1/97. nominations for the office Mayor. present to receive comments on the creation of a special volved. The engineering and planning is much more the Grand Rapids Community College summer taxes for Mayor Maatman suggested the City contribute 25% Airport Board assessment district for water improvements on West complex unless the service area is determined. Addi- 1994. across the board whether it is new or replacement Roger Brown James Serne (ex-officio) IT WAS MOVED BY THOMPSON and seconded by Main, Gee Drive and Alden Nash. LeFevre explained that tionally, the water and sewer mains are placed in separate YEA: 5. sidewalk. James Sowle (ex-officio) HODGES to nominate Councilmember James Maatman in 1988, Fishbeck completed a water system reliability trenches and would be difficult to build simultaneously. NAY; 0. City Manager Pasquale said if funds are not there, the for Mayor. Nominations were closed. study which had several recommendations for the City's Patrick Hoag, 2309 Gee Dr., said he had installed two ABSENT; 0. City could do less sidewalk in a particular year, however, YEA; 5. water system including additional storage capacity and wells. However, he questioned the amount of pressure IT WAS MOVED BY GREEN and seconded by THOMP- MOTION CARRIED. still provide the 25% participation. It was noted that the fire protection capabilities. He mentioned that the westside SON to adjourn to Closed session at 9:30 p.m., for NAY: 0. under the new system. LeFevre responded that a pres- City would need to contribute $95,000 a year for new and project is a continuing step of implementing more ofthe purposes to review pending litigation with the City Attor- ABSENT; 0. sure-reducing valveforHoag's property could be installed Item #6. GENERAL FUND TRANSFERS TO STREET replacement walks based on the 25% level. original recommendations. The overall project includes ney. MOTION CARRIED. to reduce the pressure from 110 pounds to 50 or 60. The FUNDS. As stated in a memo by City Treasurer/Finance Pasquale said the City will be responsible for the handi- extension of water main from Ridgeview Dr. west along YEA: 5. City Manager/Clerk Pasquale turned the meeting over to cost would be included in the customers readiness to Director Judy Noonon, the Michigan Department of Trans- cap ramps and that community development block grant M-21 on both sides of the street to the City Limits. Mains NAY; 0. Mayor Maatman, who opened the floor for nominations serve or meter cost. This would not be a direct cost to the portation has indicated that administrative expenses in funding could be utilized for the sidewalk program. will continue from M-21 to Ridgeview Dr. to Gee Drive, ABSENT: 0. for Mayor Pro Tem. property owner. the Street Funds may not exceed 10% of the Michigan where an 800,000 gallon ground level storage tank will MOTION CARRIED. McGrew, 755 Alden Nash, felt he was being penalized Transportation (Public Act 51) Funds revenue received Item #8. CITIZENS COMMENTS. Patrick Hoag, 2309 be constructed. This tank would be utilized to provide fire IT WAS MOVED BY GREEN and seconded by SHORES for the advancement of water for the township and from the State. When administrative expenses exceed Gee Dr., suggested the City review their specifications protection storage for the westside system. Also, a IT WAS MOVED BY GREEN to adjourn at 9:49 p.m. to nominate Councilmember William Thompson for the school. this 10% allocation, a local contribution must be provided for sidewalk. Further, he questioned if he will be required booster pumping station will be built to increase pressure DATE APPROVED: Jan. 17, 1994 office of Mayor Pro Tem. Nominations were closed. Mayor Maatman said in 1986 the City considered a to put in a sidewalk on Gee Dr. and improve the reliability of the overall system. Property to cover the excess. westside water project and then delayed it. He agreed Further, when Local Street funds are used for construc- Councilmember Hodges responded that the area of Gee owners would benefit from the water system as identified James D. Maatman, Mayor that the school afforded an opportunity to take a closer tion purposes, 50% of the construction cost must come Dr. is considered low priority for sidewalks. and a special assessment roll has been proposed. look at the project. Maatman said that the project had to David M. Pasquale, City Clerk from local contributions. I he Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, January 19,1994-Page 8 The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, January 19, 1994-PaKe 9

The Lowell Area Historical Association's annual meeting Main St. near Smith St. Jan. 13, doing minor damage to her and election will be held at the Look Memorial Fire Station, vehicle. 1 Wednesday, Jan. 26 at 7:30 p.m. There will be a program. Arrested Jan. 13 for driving under the influence of alcohol Letters, continued... | MAIN ST., CONT'D. and open container of alcohol in a motor vehicle was Stacy courage tochange the things I ers. I believe differently. ogy Committee has done a ing recommendations to you even though they arc required sided opinions, and uses bully Zoerman, 20, of Lowell. DANCE/BENEFIT FOR DAVID BLANDING can and the wisdom to know TV - VCR - Satellite tech- fine job of planning for effi- for the expenditure of for the building to function as tactics to achieve their own Michael Treglia, 33, of Lowell, was arrested Jan. 13 for proof of eligibility for ADC, General Assistance, SSI and There will be a dance/benefit for David Blanding's bone the difference." nology is fairly mature. It is cient and prudent use of the $1,246,500 in new technol- school buildings. I think they self-scrvinggoals.They refuse driving while license suspended, second offense. Food Stamps and Social Security recipients: Form SSA-1099 marrow transplant on Jan. 22 at 7:30 p.m. at Larkin's Other I may not have known Jeff understood by the teachers and resources available. 1 also be- ogy teaching tools. now understand the basic need to look at any viewpoint or Arrested and taken to the Kent County Jail Jan. 14, on a Social Security Benefit Statement. You must have the current Place. personally, but seeing that he offers a wide variety of ser- lieve that it is time to stop This meeting was the cul- for this wiring. fact that is contrary to their warrant issued out of a Wyoming, MI court for contempt of information or you will not receive any commodities. A $10 contribution will give you live music by local band. had fought this battle for such vices. The prices on equip- bashing those people from our mination of more than 18 McClain's major issue ap- own. It is my expectation that court, was Tammie Norris, 31, of Lowell. Eruption, food, beer and fun. a long time, I am sure he had ment arc stable. It will be used community that work so hard months of meetings with citi- peared to be the need for more you will support your admin- Robert Reedy, 27, of Lowell, posted bond and was cited to LOWELL LIONS CLUB - ODYSSEY PASSBOOKS Please contact Larkins at 897-5977 or Dale Triplett at 897- lots of courage (and then immediately in every class- for the quality of ourchildren's zen representatives like my- PC's (to give individual stu- istrators, staff, and technol- appear in 63rd District Court on a warrant issued for assault The Lowell Lions Club is selling Odyssey Passbooks. 9259 for tickets and more information. some). Along with courage room. education. self. your administration rep- dents the opportunity to ogy committee on this issue and battery. Anyone interested in purchasing one, contact any Lions Club comes honor and dignity. Multi-media computing is By the way, the CQE used resentativesand teachingstaff. progress at independent rates) after they have studied it for Arrested on a warrant issuedoutof Ionia County on Jan. 16 member or Bob Ford, 897-7501. OFF THE BLOTTER With honor you hear words an emerging technology. CD- two TV's and one VCR for a Believe me when I tell you at the expense of the video 18 months, just as I have sup- was Jeffery Jacobs, 21, of Saranac. All of the profits from the fund-raiser will go to the like integrity, esteem, respcct ROM programs, while very major portion of its presenta- these meetings had plenty of technology teaching tools ported you as a school board Bushnell/Runciman fifth-grade camp fund. Books are $35 Lorraine Gravelin, 70, of Saranac, was involved in a and distinction. With dignity valuable, are limited at this tion. controversy, differences of (which would be used by for the past 15 years. and will be available in the lobby at FMB State Savings Bank property damage accident Jan. 13, when she attempted to arc words like: worthiness, time. CQE showed one of the Mark R. Blanding opinion and soul searching- groups of students learning I let the Eshragh group know from 2:30 until 5 p.m. and at Hahn Hardware through January. change lanes on Main St. near Lincoln Lake and struck a semi- merit, and caliber. two most popular books on all of which evolved into a together) which he deemed a that I too have been a self- trailer driven by Peter Simmons, 46, of Kalamazoo. I heard that Jeff had been CD for youngchildrcn..There genuine team effort where as- waste of time. The adminis- appointed school board watch- LOWELL HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION Linda Hamp, 40, of Lowell, struck and killed a deer on fighting this cancer for quite a aren't many! Teachers and To the Editor: sets were shared via compro- trators and teachers repeatedly dog and contrarian observer ANNUAL MEETING long time, yet he graduated staff are not ready to make full I need to respond to your mise and resulted in mutual made very good points for for 15 years, and that even from high school, helped with use of computers. They will article last week on bidding understanding of the needs of using the video technology but contrarians can have positive the family orchard business, need training and experience. the health insurance carrier teacher, administrators, and were met by anger and obsti- impacts rather than simply Computers, continued got married plus he and his The experience they get with for the school system. the students. nate resistance by the "group". generate negative controversy wife had children. Jeff had a reasonable number of com- In reality, bidding is done. Contrary to the Eshragh Our Tech Committee logic for the uninformed press and group contention, our tech- was simply ignored by these public to feed on. The Eshragh school will house 700-750 labs, each containing 25-30 and instruction said Owen, how many we can afford," nine students. federal grant (#94142) to be accomplished all this despite puters now will teach them While it is not done locally, nology committee spent many people—apparently they think group seems to either misin- students. An existing 25 computers at the new middle Ames and Kimball should be White said. "I believe we will It should be noted that in used for special education at being ill. I believe that Jeff what to do with many com- MESSA writes the specifica- hours discussing computer that the only way to learn is terpret factual data or ignore computers will go to the school.Currently,the middle commended for the excellent have a minimum of 185 com- the count of computers cur- the high school. Thomas said reached the highest degree of puters in the future. Prices on tions for the programs it of- necdsand balancing them with independently via a PC. They facts that they disagree with. new elementary level. White school has 39 computers. job it has done in limiting putersat the high school.That rently at each school, that would be spent on com- courage, honor and dignity. computcrequipmcnt arc drop- fers, and underwriters have the other technological teach- refused to acknowledge our Unfortunately, by proclaim- said plans are to install one, The school anticpates ap- changes and construction would give us a ratio of one computers used in the spe- puters. I now have a favor to ask ping steadily (or performance the opportunity to bid on those ing tools (they seemed to think points and adamantly insisted ing their misinformed assump- 30-computer, station lab proximately 750 students at mistakes to a minimum. "It's computer for every five stu- cial education department The count did not include the rest of my fellow class- is increasing). Hewlett- specifications—most recently two years ago. The under- that computers were a minor that their desires were theonly tions as genuine facts, they along with putting additional the middle school level next been an excellent watchdog." dents." were included. Pam Thomas, computers earmarked for mates^)): take time out now Packard recently announced item to us, when in fact com- thing that mattered. become too committed and computers within the build- year. Iftheplansare followed White expects the new At Alto, there are currently Directorof Spccial Education community education. to pause and bow your head in the development of technol- writer since 1985 has been Blue Cross Blue Shield. Prior puter types, quantities, and In spite of this being the emotional to deal with con- ing and media center as work through, the computer to stu- high school will house 850- 16 computers used by stu- said the high school special White said the school's prayer and respcct for one of ogy that could reduce the cost to that, it was Equitable and software driven by curricu- Tech Committee's eleventh troversy in a businesslike stations. If these plans are dent ratio would be l-in-8. 900 students in 1994-95. dents. Plans arc to add a lab education department cur- technology plan is to provide your former classmates, Jeff of Multi-media systems by before that. Mutual Benefit. lum needs were a hot item for hour in the fact finding/deci- manner. Mr. Eshragh's tac- met, the computer ratio to "Wc hope to place addi- The high school currently containing a minimum of 15 rently has five computers, the different types of technology Timpson (and his family), $300 (NPR News). This arrangement makes our committee). We achieved sion making process, the tics (which include grabbing students at the new elemen- tional computers in the has 115 computers. The computers and possibly as middle school seven, that will challenge and pro- whether you knew him per- I favor a go slow approach financial sense for the school a good balance of technology Eshragh group's points were his overcoat to storm out of a tary building would be a building and media center," original technology plan for many as 30. School officials Runciman, four; Bushnell, vide optimum learning sonally or not. He was not on computers with steady u district, because any under- needs to be priced out for final seriously discussed and con- discussion because he can't minimum of 1-to-13, accord- Whitesaid. Wilh the contin- the high school called for expect to have roughly 400 three and Alto one, making experiences for the students. only a fellow classmate, but a growth. As years go on, your writer will provide a better debate-keeping in mind that sidered. In the end, $141,000 sway his opponent in a de- ing to White. "Contingency gency fund in good shape, wc adding one lab station for students at Alto next year. If the total number of comput- What does White want to fellow human being—a cou- current best systems in the rate for 100,000 subscribers any dollars saved would be worth of items were dropped bate, and constant interrup- funds at the end ofthe project may be able to purchase more each academic discipline only 15 new computers are ers earmarked for special see when everything is said rageous one. high school can be down- (MESSA) than a local district available for new computers. in favor of conserving more tions of speakers who have could be available for addi- than planned. We won't know area. added,the ratio would be one education in the school dis- and done? "A well-rounded To the Timpson family, graded to the middle school or with only 300 subscribers. We even discussed re-using dollars for PC's. The bottom the floor) do not accomplish tional computer works that until the end of the "This is where we have to for every 13 students. If 30 trict, 20. Thomas said the tech plan that meets the needs may the good Lord bless you the elementary schools. New The arrangement also furniture and older computers line is that wc expect to have anything for the student body. stations," he said. project." look carefully at which labs new computers are added, the school did receive a $20,000 of all," White said. and give you strength. equipment will be "state of makessense for the individual wherever possible and look- $400,000 available for PC Trust me—the Eshragh There arc plans to add two The dircctorof curriculum will be placed where, and ratio would be one for every M.J. Pietrzak (Baker) the art." I guarantee that any equipment you buy today will subscribers. Because of the ing for computer grants to workstations, and the Eshragh group does not represent as Dear Editor: be essentially obsolete in five size of the MESSA group, a make our funds go further in groups' arbitrary number much of your community as I am writing to express my years. large claims history in one purchasing new computers! based on "gut feeling" was they would have you believe. Public Road, continued.... opinion about the school tech- Also, a good foundation is local school district will not The January 4 meetingwas $486,000. I am personally offended by nology controversy. It is, very important. Planning now jeopardize coverage for the mistakenly billed by the press After three and a half hours their theatrical intrusion on parcels. road must be accessible by interpretation of the ordi- considered a public road for ered spot rezoning , and a it apart from other land in the without a doubt, a serious di- for computers and making entire group. Districts which as a public board meeting, so of discussion, our committee the business life of your ad- Verwys sees another so- way of a driveway to be con- nance that the road must be frontage before they will flood of applications would township. 1 don't think there lemma. This issue was ad- cabling provisions is not a seek to bid their own insur- we spent the first one and a compared costs on line-by- ministrators. Administration lution to the problem. If the sidered a public road, and accessible. make a formal decision on follow asking for the same is another piece of land that dressed at the last school board waste of money. It is prudent ance must ask the question: half hours listening to the line items and voted on each efforts are now directed to- township agreed to consider neither party believes anyone "The ordinance may not the property. consideration. has the same features as this 44 meeting, where the Technol- planning. What if no one bids?" Eshragh group's issues. Dave item, which in turn became wards a controversial minor- one, so it should be consid- 1-96 as a publ ic road for front- can build a driveway off the say anything about accessi- Verwys and Seese have "This board does not spot ogy committee gave a presen- Statistics were shown that Tom Stahr McClain presented a well our recommendation after 18 ity group rather than normal ered differently," said age, his potential property highway. bility, but the commission already asked the commis- rezone and we don't want to tation that was rebutted by a Lowell isvery farbehind in its thought out "contrarian view" monthsof in-depth study. The productive activities, and the Verwys. would more than meet the Timpson believes the must take into account how sion to consider a variance set a presidencc that would presentation from the Citizens computer ratio. They made no Dear Editor: (As written to first. To my surprise, his plan Eshragh group left disgruntled system is going to suffer from Timpson has an answer requirements set forth by the confusion over the issue is in emergency vehicles will have for the property. The vari- have others in the township for Quality Education (CQE). mention of where we will be the School Board Members) and ours had commonality and unhappy with the feeling this wasted effort. ordinance. the interpretation of the ordi- access to the property before ance would allow the current looking for this kind of vari- to this problem. He says if I am a strong supporter of after purchasing the comput- On Tuesday, Jan. 4, 1994,1 throughout. His basic dis- that they did not have input! I I regret not being available However, the planning nance. All theordinance states they grant a building permit," 66-foot frontage to be enough ance," said commission Seese or Verwys can present computer technology (my ca- ers called for in the committee attended the Technology agreement was not wanting to can only imagine what their to attend your January 10 commission and the township is that the road frontage must said Timpson. to grant a building permit. member Dick Bryan. a driveway permit from the reer depends heavily on it), recommendations. We need Committee meeting and had place the communications comments will be. My obser- workshop to discuss technol- supervisor, John Timpson, come from a public or private In ameetingwith Verwys However, that idea has Vcrwys can not under- county, then he will recog- but 1 am writing in support of to catch up; however, we need my first encounter with the network wiring in the build- vation is that they want things ogy issues, but I will make don't believe 1-96 can fall road. There is no mention of and Seese last week, the been met with resistance from stand why the commission nize 1-96 as road frontage. the Technology committees' to do it in an orderly and fis- new "watchdog" group ings (to support the voice, their way and only their way, myself available to meet with within their ordinance stan- accessibility from the road. commission stated the same the commission. The com- will not grant the variance. "Needless to say, I don't be- recommendations, which in- cally sound manner. Why buy headed by the Eshragh fam- video, and data transmissions and they do not want to be you individually or in small dards. Both the commission Timpson believes it is in debate. The commission must mission feels if it allowed the "This property has sev- lieve that will ever happen," clude TV's, VCR's, Satellite high priced systems today that ily. Our meeting was origi- throughout the buildings) and bothered with facts and staff groups in a non-threatening, and Timpson feel a public the planning commission's find evidence that 1-96 can be variance, it would be consid- eral unique features that sets he said. technology, and computers, will gather dust while becom- nally meant to review bid he disagreed with the amount recommendations. businesslike environment to as well as cabling and switch- ing obsolete! Purchase, in- quotes with the consultant for of video equipment and tele- The point of this long letter help resolve any questions or ing equipment. The CQE stead, what we will use and the technology package un- phones being provided. He is to make you aware that this issues you might have. was reached before any such As part of the agreement ship. Cooper will be allowed line at no cost, seems to believe that the only wisely. der consideration; then, as a seemed to think these items group is very vocal in express- James E. Lindhout Sewer, continued.... action took place. reached with Lowell Town- to hook up two homes to the area of importancc is comput- I believe that the Technol- committee, to assist in mak- are not as necessary as PCs- ing their high-handed, one-

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"We've enjoyed a substan- status and the side of home," By Thad Kraus When she finished, the knowledge to share with their H&R Block franchise owned tial increase in clients," Noble Noble said. By Marc Popiolek Hie planning commission one which offers little con- Lowell Ledger Editor professor replied, "You've children. by Jeanne Richards hist year. i For those who are fortu- Contributing Writer adopted the ordinance in an trol. learned well from your mother Karen started her work In August of last year, she said. nate enough to be gettinn effort to give smaller devel- "If a developer ap- and father." with I I&R Block in Kentucky also purchased a franchise in George and Karen Noble's Noble reminds those who money back. Noble reminds The Lowell Township opers a chance to develop in Well, with their 45 years of Plainwell. proached this board and daughter was conversing with and then moved on to Illinois, are having their taxes done for Board rejected the planning them thai rapid refund can ocl die iirea and to straighten its wanted to develop under the combined experience at H&R Pontiac, Grand Rapids and Other than location, the her professor on the benefits them, to take their W-2 forms, them a check within two days commission's new Light In- current Light Industrial ordi- Block, George and Karen biggest difference is, prior to current Light Industrial ordi- of allowing H&R Block to fill now Lowell. to have all their receipts in dustry ordinance Monday nance. Noble have had a lot of coming to Lowell, Karen There's a $35 electronic nance, die township could out her lax forms. She purchased the Lowell case of an audit, and to have night, saying it was "just too According to planning Noble always worked for her filing fee and a bank finance have no control in die matter, their social security numbers restrictive." commission secretary David and I don't think anybody husband. Now, George Noble charge of $29. H&R Block for their children. charges a $25 fee for tax Township clerk Carol Simmonds, the new ordinance wants dial," said Simmonds. works for his wife. She says the most common preparation. Wells says the board came to would give die township more "It hasn't been a big adjust- mistakes made by those filing "I enjoy helping people, that decision idler consulting control over light industrial Wells says die board will ment. We've always worked theirown taxes are not having making sure they do not pay their lawyer. developers because ii does not have a lawyer review the cur- togetJier as a team. Currently, the figures on the correct lines, more taxes than necessary," "Our lawyer says this or- offer any variances like die rent Light Industrial ordinance George works out of the not adding all their W-2's to- Noble said. "I work for the dinance is not in the best inter- PUD ordimuice. to find its weak spots. Once Plainwell office and I work gether, and math errors. client, using the tax laws to est of die township because it 1 le also said the new ordi- die weak spots suit) and the Kirsch only is die new Light Indus- Paul Jackson - (616) 868-6505 tem course before being hired. family (wreaths). trial ordinance restrictive, but Curt Kaeb - (616) 897-7445 Middle School Students-of-the-Month for January are, front row, left to right: Tara Once hired, preparers must BOOSTERS EARNED $2,673.50 it just repeats the standards set May, 6th grade, Carolyn Mercer, 6th grade, Sarah Debiak, 7th grade, Derek Crawford, attend seminars once a month Toll Free (800) 564-8925 LOWELL AREA SCHOOLS ATHLETIC in die Planned Urban Devel- 8th grade, and Heather Halbeisen, 7th grade; back row, left to right: Rachel Rice, 6th during the summer to keep opment ordinance. grade, Charlie Johnson, 8th grade, Mark Totch, 8th grade, Angela Lake, 6th grade, Tim updated on any changes and BOOSTERS CLUB "We don't need two ordi- AMERICAN EXPRESS & DISCOVER Tfefw* iw«r. VanLaan, 8th grade and Stacy Craig, 7th grade. Missing from the picture is 7th grader, Karen Noble oversees two H&R Block branches; one in Lowell and one in Plainwell. to further enhance their ooooocooa nances dial j ust repeal die same Sara Davis. knowlpHop set of rules," said Wells. VERGENNES TOWNSHIP ORDINANCE VERGENNES TOWNSHIP ORDINANCE of the schedule or proposed increase with the Township operator that submitted the information as to the dispo- TOWNSHIP OF VERGENNES Clerk. For purposes of This Ordinance, the filing of the sition of the request. It may grant, deny or condition a Section 7 and 47 CFR 76.933 to toll the effective date of proposed increase to become effective subject to refund, nance, the Township Board may hold additional public hearings upon such reasonable notice as the Township ORDINANCE NUMBER 94-1 cable operator shall be deemed to have been made request. The requesting party or the cable operator may existing rates for the basic service tier and associated it shall also direct the cable operator to maintain an Board, in its sole discretion, shall prescribe. An Ordinance to adopt regulations and procedures for when at least ten (10) copies have been received by the seek review of the decision by filing an appeal with any equipment or a proposed increase in these rates, the accounting pursuant to 47 CFR 76.933. The order speci- basic rates relating to cable television and associated Township Clerk. The Township Board may, by resolution appropriate forum. Disclosure will be stayed pending cable operator shall submit to the Township any addi- fied in this Section shall be issued within 90 days after the Additional Powers. equipment. or otherwise, adopt rules and regulations prescribing the resolution of any appeal. tional information required or requested pursuant to tolling order under Section 7 in all cases not involving a information, data and calculations which must be in- C. The procedures set forth in this section shall be Section 4 of this Ordinance. In addition, the Township cost-of-service showing. The order shall be issued within THE TOWNSHIP OF VERGENNES ORDAINS: cluded as part ofthe cable operator's filing ofthe schedule construed as analogous to and consistent with the rules Board shall hold a public hearing to consider the com- 150 days after the tolling order under Section 7 in all Sec. 16. The Township shall possess all powers con- of rates or a proposed increase. ofthe FCC regarding requests for confidentiality includ- ments of interested parties within the additional 90 day or cases involving a cost-of-service showing. ferred by the Act, the FCC Rules, the cable operator's Consent Agreement, and all other applicable law. The Definitions. B. In addition to information and data required by rules ing, without limitation, 47 CFR 0.459. 150 day period, as the case may be. The Township Clerk and regulations 'the Township pursuant to Section 4A shall publish a public notice of the public hearing in a Refunds; Notice. powers exercised pursuant to the Act, the FCC Rules, above, a cable uperator shall provide all information newspaper of general circulation within the Township and this Ordinance shall be in addition to powers con- Sec. 1. For purposes of this Ordinance, 'Act' shall mean Public Notice; initial Review of Rates. which shall state: 1) the date, time, and place at which the ferred by law or otherwise. The Township may take any the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (and requested by the Township Supervisor in connection Sec. 11. The Township Board may order a refund to hearing shall be held, 2) interested parties may appear in action not prohibited by the Act and the FCC Rules to specifically as amended by the Cable Television Con- with the Township's review and regulation of existing subscribers as provided in 47 CFR 76.942. Before the Sec. 6. Upon the filing of ten (10) copies of the schedule person, by agent, or by letter at such hearing to submit protect the public interest in connection with basic cable sumer Protection and Competition Act of 1992, Pub. L. rates for the basic service tier and associated equipment Township Board orders any refund to subscribers, the of rates or the proposed increase in rates pursuant to comments on or objections to the existing rates or the Township Clerk shall give at least seven (7) days written service rate regulation. 102-385), and as may be amended from time to time; or a proposed increase in these rates. The Township Section 4A above, the Township ClOrk shall publish a proposed increase in rates, and 3) copies ofthe schedule notice to the cable operator by first-class mail ofthe date, 'FCC shall mean the Federal Communications Commis- Supervisor may establish deadlines for submission of public notice in a newspaper of general circulation in the of rates or the proposed increase in rates and related time and place at which the Township Board shall con- Failure to Comply; Remedies. sion; 'FCC Rules' shall mean all rules of the FCC the requested information and the cable operator shall Township which shall state that: 1) the filing has been information (except those parts which may be withheld sider issuing a refund order and shall provide an promulgated from time to time pursuant to the Act; 'Basic comply with such deadlines. received by the Townsh ip Clerk and (except those parts as proprietary) are available for inspection or copying opportunity for the cable operator to comment. The cable Cable Service' shall mean 'Basic Service' as defined in C. A cable operator has the burden of proving that its Sec. 17. The Township may pursue any and all legal and which may be withheld as proprietary) is available for from the office of the Clerk. The public notice shall be operator may appear in person, by agent, or by letter as the FCC Rules, and any other cable television service schedule of rates for the basic service tier and associated equitable remedies against the cable operator for failure public inspection and copying, and 2) interested parties published not less than fifteen (15) days before the such time for the purpose of submitting comments to the which is subject to rate regulation by the Township equipment or a proposed increase in such rates complies to comply with the Act, the FCC Rules, any orders or are encouraged to submit written comments on the filing hearing. In addition, the Township Clerk shall mail by Township Board. pursuant to the Act and the FCC Rules; 'Associated with the Act and the FCC Rules including, without limita- determinations of the Township pursuant to this Ordi- to the Township Clerk not later than seven (7) days after first-class mail a copy of the public notice to the cable Equipment' shall mean all equipment and services sub- tion, 47 USC 543 and 47 CFR 76.922 and 76.923. nance, any requirements of this Ordinance, or any rules the public notice is published. The Township Clerk shall operator not less than fifteen (15) days before the hear- ject to regulation pursuant to 47 CFR 76.923; and an Written Decisions; Public Notice. or regulations promulgated hereunder. Subject to appli- give notice to the cable operator of the date, time, and ing. 'Increase' in rates shall mean an increase in rates or a Proprietary information. cable law, failure to comply with the Act, the FCC Rules, place of the meeting at which the Township Board shall decrease in programming or customer services. All other Sec. 12. Any order of the Township Board pursuant to any orders or determination of the Township pursuant to first consider the schedule of rates or the proposed words and phrases used in this Ordinance shall have the Sec. 5. Staff or Consultant Report; Written Response. Section 10 or Section 11 shall be in writing, effective upon this Ordinance, any requirements of this Ordinance, or increase. This notice shall be mailed by first-class mail at same meaning as defined in the Act and FCC Rules. adoption by the Township Board, and shall be deemed any rules and regulations promulgated hereunder, shall least three (3) days before the meeting. In addition, if a Sec. 9. Following the public hearing, the Township also be sufficient grounds for revocation or denial of A. If this Ordinance, any rules of regulations adopted by released to the public upon adoption. The Clerk shall written staff or consultant's report on the schedule of Supervisor shall cause a report to be prepared for the renewal of a cable operator's Franchise Agreement. Purpose; Interpretation. the Township pursuant to Section 4A, or any request for publish a public notice of any such written order in a rates or the proposed increase is prepared for consider- Township Board which shall (based on the filing of the information pursuant to Section 4B requires the produc- newspaper of general circulation within the Township ation of the Township Board, then the Township Clerk cable operator, the comments or objections of interested Severability. tion of proprietary information, the cable operator shall which shall: 1) summarize the written decision, and 2) Sec. 2. The purpose of this Ordinance is to: 1) adopt shall mail a copy of the report by first-class mail to the parties, information requested from the cable operator produce the information. However, at the time the alleg- state that copies of the text of the written decision are regulations consistent with the Act and the FCC Rules cable operator at least three (3) days before the meeting and its response, staff or consultant's review, and other Sec. 18. The various parts, sections, and clauses of this edly proprietary information is submitted, a cable operator available for inspection or copying from the office of the with respect to basic cable service rate regulation, and 2) at which the Township Board shall first consider the appropriate information) include a recommendation for Ordinance are hereby declared to be severable. If any may request that specific, identified portions of its re- Clerk. In addition, the Township Clerk shall mail a copy prescribe procedures to provide a reasonable opportu- schedule of rates or the proposed increase. the decision of the Township Board pursuant to Section part, sentence, paragraph, section or clause is adjudged sponse be treated as confidential and withheld from of the text of the written decision to the cable operator by nity for consideration of the views of interested parties in 10. The Township Clerk shall mail a copy of the report to unconstitutional or invalid by a court of competent juris- public disclosure. The request must state the reason why first-class mail. connection with basic cable service rate regulation by the Toiling Order. the cable operator by first-class mail not less than twenty diction, the remainder of the Ordinance shall not be the information should be treated as proprietary and the Township. This Ordinance shall be implemented and (20) days before the Township Board acts under Section affected thereby. facts that support those reasons. The request for confi- Rules and Regulations. interpreted consistent with the Act and FCC Rules. 10 The cable operator may file a written response to the dentiality will be granted if the Township determines that Sec. 7. After a cable operator has filed its existing report with the Township Clerk. If at least ten (10) copies the preponderance of the evidence shows that non- schedule of rates or a proposed increase in these rates, Sec. 13. In addition to rules promulgated pursuant to Effective Date. Rate Regulations Promulgated by FCC. of the response are filed by the cable operator with the disclosure is consistent with the provisions ofthe Freedom the existing schedule of rates will remain in effect or the Section 4, the Township Board may, by resolution or Township Clerk within ten (10) days after the report is of Information Act, 5 USC 552. The Township shall place proposed increase in rates will become effective after otherwise, adopt rules and regulations for basic cable Sec. 19. This Ordinance shall take effect upon its publi- Sec. 3. In connection with the regulation of rates for basic mailed to the cable operator, the Township Clerk shall in a public file for inspection any decision that results in thirty (30) days from the date of filing under Section 4 sen/ice rate regulation proceedings (including, without cation. It was moved by Weber and seconded by Cook cable service and associated equipment, the Township forward it to the Township Board. information being withheld. If the cable operator requests above unless the Township Board (or other properly limitation, the conduct of hearings), consistent with the that the foregoing Ordinance be adopted. of Vergennes shall follow all FCC Rules. confidentiality and the request is denied, (1) where the authorized body or official) tolls the thirty (30) day dead- Act and the FCC Rules. cable operator is proposing a rate increase, it may line pursuant to 47 CFR 76.933 by issuing a brief written Rate Decisions and Orders. After discussion and a call for a vote, the Ordinance was Filing; Additional Information, Burden of Proof. withdraw the proposal, in which case the allegedly propri- order, by resolution or otherwise, within thirty (30) days Failure to Give Notice. adopted by the following vote: etary information will be returned to it; or (2) the cable of the date of filing. The Township Board may toll the Sec. 10. The Township Board shall issue a written order, operator may seek review within five (5) working days of 3 5 by resolution or otherwise, which in whole or in part, YEAS 5 Sec. 4A. A cable operator shall submit its schedule of thirty (30) day deadline for an additional 90 days in c ®® Sec. 14. The failure of the Township Clerk to give the the denial in any appropriate forum. Release of the not involving cost-of-service showings and for an addi- approves the existing rates for basic cable service and NAYS 0 rates for the basic service tier and associated equipment notices or to mail copies of reports as required by this information will be stayed pending review. tional 150 days in cases involving cost-of-servicej associated equipment or a proposed increase in such or a proposed increase in such rates in accordance with Ordinance shall not invalidate the decisions or proceed- B. Any interested party may file a request to inspect showings. rates, denies the existing rates or proposed increase, I hereby verify the foregoing to be a true copy of an the Act and the FCC Rules. The cable operator shall ings of the Township Board. include as part of its submission such information as is material withheld as proprietary with the Township. The orders a rate reduction, prescribes a reasonable rate, ordinance adopted at a regular meeting of the Vergennes Township shall weigh the policy considerations favoring allows the existing rates or proposed increase to become Township Board on January 10, 1994. necessary to show that its schedule of rates or its Public Notice; Hearing on Basic Cable Service Rate Additional Hearings. nondisclosure against the reasons cited for permitting Jenean Hoffman proposed increase in rates complies with the Act and the Following Tolling of 30-Day Deadline. effective subject to refund, or orders other appropriate FCC Rules. The cable operator shall file ten (10) copies inspection in light of the facts of the particular case. It will relief in accordance with the FCC Rules. If the Township Township Clerk then promptly notify the requesting entity and the cable Board issues an order allowing the existing rates or Sec. 15. In addition to the requirements of this Ordi- Sec. 8. If a written order has been issued pursuant

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The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, January 19,1994-Page 12 The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, January 19,1994-Page 13 Skills of a century ago studied Johnston's C.A.D. program targets those dodging support payments by St. Patrick students for them on an average of 20 Those interested in fig|u. By Thad Kraus single parents would not have we're no longer going to sit doesn't have the sources to do, hours a week until they are ing child-support neglect are By Thad Kraus throughout the day (9:45 Lowell Ledger Editor to go on welfare if the absent back and live with the current such as help close the loop ebration at St. Patrick's able to find a paying job and asked to call Sandee Johnston Lowell Ledger Editor a.m. - 2 p.m.). There were a School. 'Hie celebration be- parent would assume his/her situation." holes," Johnston said. at support payments can be ^7-6301, Kids Need Sun- total of six stations. responsibility for dieir chil- Johnston started C.A.D. C.A.D. is not targeting gjui last September mid will * jf&K Frustration and anger vviili made. P?^!8^6621 or CAD. at "Charleton Park has of- dren." (Children Against Deadbeats) those who are either sick or Si. Patrick's students, continue through September Is the judicial system and its in- 455-0728. fered these type programs Johnston was pregnant a year ago this January. She unemployed (but making an grades kindergarten through of this year. ability to enforce child sup- since 1970," Tatar said. with her second child and had says there are anywhere from effort to find a job), but are eighth grade, learned first School principal Roberta port from a n on-custodial The genesis of the pro- iui eight-month-old baby when 15-30 members. Hie group is targeting those who iire mak- hand about skills honed by Bonner said a centennial parent were the impetus for grams came about because the her ex-husband left her. scheduled to testify before ing a career out of dodging dieir predecessors of 100 years activitiy has been planned for Sandee Johnston, founder of park is not visited as much "Somebody had to do die Senate subcommittee on support payments. Vergennes cable ordinance ago through the teachings of each month during the cen- Children Against Deadbeat during the winter months. tennial year. something and I am that Feb. 12. A possible solution, ac- Charleton Park volunteers. Parents, to lead in ihe fight Wendy Tatar, Charleton "It gives the kids an appre- The year will be high- somebody - a victim, just like C.A.D. is currently work- cording to Johnston, is a pro- to allow rate review against those who have failed Park's education coordinator, ciation for how tilings were lighted on February 2 when my children, just like other ing together with "Kids Need gram being used in Racine, to pay child support. done many, many years ago," students will celebrate the single parents, and just like Support," a child- support along with five other volun- "Right now in the state of WI. The program puts to work By Marc Popiolek oriLs proposed increase in rates teers led kids through rope Tatar said. "They learn so lOOdi day ofthe school's 100th the taxpayers," Johnston said. collection agency out of Grand those who are self-employed, do comply willi the rules set in Michigan, $2.6 billion are Contributing Writer much more when they jire year. "I believe if we band together, Rapids. or who are working for cash die FCC's regulations. making, quilting, candle- owed in back child support," actually participating in the "The centennial crafts pro- we can make a difference. We "Kids Need Support" can making, stenciling and butter- Johnston said. "Anybody who but claim they can't find a job. TheVergennesTownship ^CI ( able and Lowell making activities. activity." gram offered by Charleton • : • • • must let Congress know that do what "Friends of the Court" Hie city finds volunteer work Board has adopted a cable or- Cable must submit their rate pays taxes is affected. Many The activity is part of a Park wasanabsolutedelight," Students at St. Patrick's School try their hand at weaving, dinance that will coincide widi schedules to die board in ac- Each student spent 30 year-long centennial cel- Bonner said. "The kids had a die guidelines of the Federal cordance with die FCC regu- minutes at each station FOR SALE great time." Communications Commis- lations. REPOSSESSIONS TO THE LOWELL COMMUNITY sions Cable Television Con- The information is then FMB State Savings The spirit of this article is to present factual information as it relates to the Lowell Area Schools' sumer Protection and Compe- reviewed by the township Bank, 414 E. Main is Technology Plan. It is our intent that the information contained in this article will serve to properly tition Act. board who may accept or deny inform our school community. We are excited to provide this information as it relates to the 'fhe purpose of die ordi- the rate schedules. The board offering the following advancement of our students' education today and in the future. nance is to adopt regulations mayadoptadditionalrulesaiul vehicle for sale by amsistent widi FCC standards regulations in regards to the sealed bids that must Some factual information: in regard tocable service rates cable companies' rates or pro- contain your name, * The state of Michigan has developed a technology plan for 1992-1997 which recommends "at and to allow cidzens to voice posed rate increase. address, phone, bid a minimum, every classroom at an educational institution including teacher preparation pro- dieir views in connection widi flie board could also deny amount and signature. grams, should be equipped with a telephone line, computer, videodisc player, videocassette diose rates. any increase if they felt it This is effective imme- recorder, and television/monitor." Tim act gives the cable wasn't warranted according to diately and the bids will * the Lowell Area Schools' Technology Committee has developed a technology package which company the opportunity to FCC regulations. be accepted until implements each of the areas mentioned above. It would be inadvisable and short-sighted for submit a schedule of rates for The idea behind tills ordi- noon, Wednesday, this district to overemphasize one area of technology at the expense of reducing or deleting dieir basic service and equip- nance and the FCC's act is to January 26, 1994. another equally important area. ment. It will also have die allow die public to view the •PlraSi Upon opening the * The technology committee is composed of dedicated and informed community members, par- cable company submit infor- cable companies' reasons for sealed bids, FMB ents, teachers from all building levels, and school administrators. mation explaining dial its rates setting or increasing rales. * The technology committee had its first meeting May 23,1991. Since that time, committee State Savings Bank members visited at least twelve other school districts to gather ideas and recommendations. will reserve the right to * Members of the committee also attended local, regional, and statewide in-services which final bid to protect increased their ability to create a complete plan incorporating all areas of technology. interests: 1992 FORD *The technology committee, under the guidance of a professional consultant, developed the RANGER XLT pkg., 4 long-range educational technology plan which will benefit all members of the Lowell Area HEATING speed, 4 cylinder, PS, Schools. PB, stereo with cas- * A comprehensive K-12 computer curriculum was adopted by the board of education in May of SEASON... Candle making was enjoyed by all at St. Patrick's School. sette, custom interior, 1993. runs great! 16,950 *206 computers are available for student use throughout the district as of January 14,1994. This m is a ratio of 1:16 Have You Furnace mileage. If and when this vehicle is sold, the * At least $473,000 from the bond issue will be spent on new computer technology and media Checked for center services. conditions are as is, *The high school computer curriculum currently consists of the following: Carbon Lowell's Paul Tuthill, D.C. and without warranty, either expressed or CLASS TITLE SOFTWARE ^*311 mm m Monoxide! implied. Contract per- Computerized Accounting Lotus 1-2-3 recognized by profession son is Tom Kinney, Computer Literacy (Word Processing, Microsoft Works 897-3225, between the Spreadsheet, and Database) Local doctor of lowed doctors of chiropractic serve my profession by pro- hours of 10 a.m. and 3 Computer Programming BASIC, Adv. BASIC, and PASCAL throughout California to meet viding ideas that benefit doc- Rope making was only one skill the students learned chiropractic, Paul Tuthill, p.m. Word Processing WordPerfect Arcoa ire D.C., was recently recognized with and lobby their state leg- tors and patients alike," said about at St. Patick's School. by the California Chiropractic islators on matters concern- Tuthill, both here in Michi- ^Additional software being used in other curricular areas includes: LOWELL HEATING & AIR Association for his tremen- ing chiropractic care and how gan, through the Michigan Media Center InfoTrac TOM (magazine retrieval) dous contribution to his pro- it fits into the National Health Chiropractic Society (MCS), Appleworks & various simulations CONDITIONING fession. Care Plan that looms on the and in California, with the Social Studies Microsoft Works & Novell Network • Korc 1002 W. Main • Lowell, Michigan "Dr. Tuthill has been in- horizon. Other programs ini- assistance of my brother. Dr. Technology Education WordPerfect, Microsoft Windows, Free Estimates • 897-4123 • Since 1984 strumental in helpingthe Cali- tiated by Dr. Tuthill involve Alan Tuthill, who has helped Microsoft Works, CD-ROM & various fornia Chiropractic Associa- marketing specialities, such to implement the proposals simulations tion (CCA) with many of our as a chiropractic computer on the west coast. I am grate- THRO W CHAMPIONSHIP marketing and legislative bulletin board system and in- ful to the CCA for taking the The voice/video/data system will provide the Lowell Schools opportunities to: STUCKEV'S AMOCO campaigns throughout this office projects for doctors and time to demonstrate their ap- * insure student and staff safety by allowing immediate contact with office staff or emergency -JOHN STUCKEY- past year." said Dr. Bradley patients to be involved in. preciation for my humble con- ALL BOYS & GIRLS AGES IO TO 14 personnel (911, fire, police, etc.) from any point in the building. AutoCare Center 4NAPA> 403 W. Main St., Lowell Sullivan. CCA president.The "1 have had the honor to tributions. * improve student speaking skills via recording and/or broadcasting student speeches, reports, Wo Install Quality NAPA Parts ARE INVITED TO TAKE PART IN THE and oral presentations. 897-6143 legislative projects alluded to * create interactive teaching stations between classrooms. For example, one dissection lab can Open 24 Hours - NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY included chiropractic spon- 1994 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS be broadcast to four separate biology classrooms. Special guest speakers can be viewed by all soring of programming on I do not (listiii^uish by tli<> eye, hut by the mind, National Public Radio in Sac- REE HROW HAMPIONSHIP classrooms simultaneously. ALIGNMENT SPECIAL! which is the proper judge of the man. F T C 95 ramento and Operation TALL * enhance traditional teaching by supplementing lessons with video presentations and —Seneca The local competition will be he'd at the 2 Wheel Alignment $29 (Take A Legislator to Lunch.) simulations. 95 These programs have al- Lowell Middle School gym on * meet the needs of students whose learning styles require information to be presented visually 4 Wheel Alignment $49 and/or auditorially. Includes caster, camber & toe-in .TJVVV'- Tuesday, January 15th at 7:30 ph * allow accelerated enrichment activities for academically talented students. Good at Stuckey's Amoco with coupon • Expires Jan. 31, 1991 * increase the student contact time with media specialists and teachers by reducing time spent OOGOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Family Dentistry & Orthodontics All contestants are asked to arrive at 7; 15 PM to register scheduling and delivering video systems throughout the buildings. The International FreeTIirow Championship is * improve home-school communications with greater access to phone lines. Todd Gillan, D.D.S. sponsored annually by the K of C with winners * connect all information systems such as clocks, bells, public address system, attendance and OIL & FILTER CHANGE ; Quality Dental Care For grading records, announcements, and Homework Hotline. $ 4 A95 progressing through local, district On/y.. 1 O You & Your Family and state level competition. Technology Committee members: Includes up to 5 quarts of oil & filter, k- • Emergencies Welcome Good at Stuckey's Amoco with coupon | Christine Beachler Carrie Haadsma Betty Phillips • Flexible Hours Last year, more than 212,000 boys and girls Exp^resJan. Jerry Biernacki Gary Heitz Cherrie Richardson • We Cater to Cowards Karen Briggs Curt Kaeb Mary Ann Schramm participated in 3,099 local competitions Wendy Kapolka Rose Bruinsma Jim Stone SUPPORT YOUR LOCALLY OWNED The Knights of Columbus is an international Catholic fraternal Nola Bryan Mike LaHaye Jill VanAntwerp 897-8491 Kathy Caster Dale Latva Scott Vashaw FULL SERVICE STATION/ (across from Family Fare Shopping Piciza) organization with over 1.5 million members in 10,000 local Jim DeWeerd Jim Lindhout Ginny Weber : Oil Change 2186 W. Main • Low ell In Knights donated 40.5 million manhours and Tim Dimmick Mark MacDonald Jim White Tune-ups * Transmission Service councils. 1992, Dave Eichberg Mike Matlosz Rick White * Towing ' Brakes/Shocks $92.3 million to charitable causes, sponsoring programs to Lila Grummet Mike Michaud Engine Rebuild Service To introduce you to our office we will offer $ 15 Robin White : Exhaust NEW Tire Service Batteries || oil a new patient exam & cleaning benefit their church, councils, communities, families and youth. This article was paid for with private funds. PATIENT FREE COFFEE WITH GAS PURCHASE^ EXPIRES 2/28/94 i

The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, January 19,1994-Page 14 The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, January 19,1994-Page 15 P.LE. looking for Lowell area host families j)well grapplers get stuck in the middle in loss to Spartans

. T11*•»A ItTmiiG T iii [By Thad Kraus Lowell's Todd Lyonnais Foreign high school siu- and select the "perfect match". temational Educational Travel CSlET's Standards for Inter- Lowell area families inter- student exchange or arrang- decision extended Lowell's well Ledger Editor ended all die drama and gave dents will be arriving soon As there iire no "typical" host (CS1ET), certifying that the national Educational Travel ested in learning more about mg for a meeting may call lead to 13-9. Sparta an invincible 24-13 into the Lowell area lor families, P.LE. can fit a stu- organization complies with Programs. Sparta gained its first lead Spiirtii wrestling coach Ron lead. homeslays, and the sponsor- dent into just about any situa- die standards set forth in ofthe night when Hob Wilcox Helmboldt divided his club's Bodi coaches said diey had ing organization urgently tion, whether it be a single (135) pinned Matt Inman at match widi Lowell into three weights 152 through heavy- needs a few more local host parent, a childless couple, a 46 seconds of die first period. segments, the beginning, die weight scripted out. families for their upcoming retired couple or a large fain- Lowell's Cory Kirkbride middle and die end. "Weights 135-140-145 second semester programs. ily. Seminar is taking tension out of A.D.D. was a 7-3 winner over Rico His club fell behind in die were vital. We needed a win According to Pacific Inter- Families who host for P.LE. Strunk in the 152-pound beginning, but in die end, his or two and we didn't get diem," match. cultural Exchange (P.LE.) iire iilso eligible to claim a $50 travel/study program oppor- Ch. A.D.D. of Grand Rap- children with Attention Defi- Grand Rapids chapter has middle weights had more Rivers said. "Sparta's the Rich Stouffer followed Executive Director, John per mon til charitable contri- tunities available for Ameri- ids (Children and Adults with cit Disorder (ADD) and re- been actively serving the area than enough to lift his Spar- strongest team we've faced diis with an 11-7 win over Jeff Doty, the students are all be- bution deduction on their can high school students as m Attention Disorder) is host- lated behavior problems. Re- since 1989. tans toan emotionally charged year. They are good," Rivers McCracken at 160 pounds. tween the ages of 15 and 18 itemized tax returns for each well as possibilities for coming a special seminar for cent studies suggest that up to For more information about 36-25 win over its longtime said. "The win at 140 gave Hie win cut Spiirta's lead to years, have their own spend- month they host a sponsored munity volunteers to assist teachers and parents on March 40 percent of "problem chil- the seminar, call 243-2584. O-K White rival. Sparta momentum." 24-19. ing money, are fully insured student. 4-5 at the Eberhard Center in dren" are children widi ADD. and work with area host fami- "There's no doubt the Led by Scott Swanson, and iire anxious to share their For the upcoming pro- P.LE., toll-free, at 1-800-631- However, Spiirta's Jeremy downtown Grand Rapids. Dr. Phelan is well-known lies, students and schools. middle weights decided die Lowell's lighter weights gave Andrus won by injury default cultural experiences with their grams, P.LE. has students 1818. The agency also has Ihe program features four for his down-to-earth and match," Helmboldt said. "The them iui early lead. at 171 over Dan Hackstedt new American families. P.LE. from Spain, Germany, Poland, presentations by Dr. Thomas practical approach to handling overtime win at 140 gave us Swanson, 103, won a ma- and Cory Aune (189) pinned currently has programs to Russia, Italy, Argentina, Bra- " L-OOK /VIA ... Phelan, Ph.D., the nationally real, everyday problems. At- momentum, and die pin at 145 jor decision against Bob Sean Smith in 53 seconds of match almost every family's zil, Colombia, Paraguay, Aus- A/a -renowned psychologist and tendees will leave die semi- Simons, 18-9. the first period. needs, ranging in length from tralia, New Zealand, France took die match away from author of child behavior man- nar widi specific ideas and Dan Spicer, 112 pounds, Lowell heavyweight, Chris a semester to a full academic and many oilier countries. Lowell." agement classics such as "1- strategies that can be imple- pinned Sparta's Tom Young year, where the students at- P.LE. is a non-profit educa- Toads avoid direct sunlight and heat and are most active at A Jeff Kutzli takedown in Nauta, finished die match widi Lowell lost its final O-K White match against Sparta 2-3 Magic" and "Surviving mented immediately to make tend local high schools. tional organization that has night or on rainy days. overtime against Lowell's Ron at 2:49 of die second period, a pin against Mark Wolcott at Your Adolescents." The vari- home and school life more Armstrong. There were a lot CediirSprings' LukeBranyan, Sean Smidi, 189 pounds. P.LE. representatives match sponsored more than 18,000 Osmolinski gave the 140- extending Lowell's lead to 10- 1:14 of die first period. ous presentations iire geared positive and productive for of good schools here. Lowell's 16-6. Smith pinned Ionia's students with host families by students from 18 countries pound Spartan a dramatic 13- 0. towards parents of children everyone. wrestlers were outstanding. I Matt Inman lost in the Randy Schmidt, and finding common interests and since its founding in 1975. 11 win. Hie takedown also Lowell Invitational from pre-school age through Ch.A.D.D. is a non-profit diink every one of dieir wres- chiunpionship match, at 135 Osmolinski was a 7-3 winner life-styles through an infor- P.LE. is designated by die sent Helmboldt and his Spartan T.J. Kelly cut die the teen years. The program support group for parents, tlers placed in die top four." pounds, to Dave McCauley over Ryan Fuller of Byron mal in-home meeting. Pro- United States Information clenched fist high into die air. deficit to four (10-6) widi a for teachers will focus on children, and adults widi At- Following his club's loss to The Red Arrows had 12 of of Reed City, 6-3. Center. spective host fiunilies are able Agency and is listed by the o "When a win like diat doesn't pin against Matt Osmolinski management strategies for tention Deficit Disorder. 'Hie Sparta, Lowell coach Gary 13wresders finish in die top Doug Weeks (130 pounds) to review student applications Council on Standards for In- cxcite me, that's when I need at 1:42 of die first period. Rivers was asked what his four. was defeated in die title match to get out of coaching," he Lowell's Mike Rottier Losing in consolation club's chances were of catch- "The boys were excep- by Bill Bonning of Big Rap- said. wresded well in a tough 5-3 matches were Ron Osmolinski ATHLETES OF THE WEEK ing die Spartans at die con- tional. 1 couldn't even yell at ids, 9-2. Hie win extended Spiirta's loss to Spiirta's Tom Young. and Shane Risner. Sponsored by Family Fare ference meet. diose who lost in die champi- Mike Rottier lost a 7-6 Risner (160 pounds) lost lead to 18-13. Leading 10-9, Doug Weeks Rivers shrugged and said onship and consolation decision to Big Rapids' Fred 7-2 to Josh Ferris of Ionia. COME TO THE STORE A Mike Knight pin at 5:11 (130) recorded a 6-4 decision die Red Arrows were not a rounds. Many of diem weren't Fay sal. Osmolinski (140) was pinned EVERYONE IS TALKING of the third period over over Hudson Overholt. Hie very good toumament team. even seeded," Lowell coach ABOUT, BUT NOT MANY Heavyweight Chris Nauta at 3:42 of die second period Saturday, with a highly Gary Rivers said. was pinned by Grand Rapids PEOPLE HAVE DISCOVERED. by R.J. Lewis of Byron Center. LOWELL CITY DIRECTORIES competitive nine-team field Lowell wresders were 3-5 Christian's Joel Garter at 2:18 New loads daily with prices which included die highly in the championship round. of the second period in die that are hard to beat! STILL AVAILABLE AT THE ranked Redhawks from Cedar The Red Arrows were 2-2 in championship round. J & J WHOLESALE Springs, die Red Arrows sur- die consolation matches. Winning consolation LOWELL LEDGER/BUYERS prised even their coach. Scott Swanson took just 26 matches were Matt OUTLET Lowell won the toumament seconds to win die title match Osmolinski, 119 pounds, and (Formerly J & J Variety) GUIDE FOR ONLY...$4.00 going away widi 192 points. at 103 over lan Carlson of 206 E. Main. Lowell - 897-5411 Cedar Springs was second Cedar Springs. OPEN ILISDAY - SATLRDAV 105 N. Broadway, Lowell, Michigan widi 137 and Big Rapids was Dan Spicer balded from third widi 131 points. They behind before pinning Byron were followed by Byron Center's Eric Holben at 3:40 NOTICE Center, 85.5; Lakeview, 76; of die second period. Grand Rapids Christian, 67; "I can't say enough about VERGENNES TOWNSHIP Kalamazoo Central,40; Ionia, Swanson or Spicer. They were • 34; and Reed City, 33. exceptional," Rivers said. v. • V v. mV • /. •,». Georg•«e Ponchauvd • Courtney Arnett ( "Our boys didn't wrestle Rich Stouffer, 171, de- The Vergennes Township Meetings for 1994 feated Jon Blackburn of are scheduled as follows: poorly, but diere were a lot of Ihe Lowell senior netted a The junior volleyball Kalamazoo Central 13-4. good schools here," said Ce- game-high 23 points in a los- player hits untapped potential Cory Kirkbride, 152, was January 10, 1994 July 11, 1994 dar Springs coach Lonnie ing effort against Cedar according to coach Laurie defeated in the tide match by February 14, 1994 August 8, 1994 Springs and contributed with Kuna. "I don't diink she real- March 14,1994 September 12, 1994 11 points in a seven point loss izes how far she can go in this April 11, 1994 October 10,1994 to Zeeland. The captain is game," Kuna said. Arnett had May 9, 1994 November 14,1994 -V- Electrical looked to for leadership and nine kills, a couple of blocks June 13, 1994 December 13, 1994 for his outside shot. Ponchaud and was dominant at die net Safety Means The Township Meetings are held the sec- is considered one of die Red against Saranac. Kuna says Arnett is real quick and a tough m ond Monday of each month at the Vergennes Arrows best defensive play- Scott Swanson major decisioned Bob Simons m ers. hitter. a Happy Township Hall, 10381 Bailey Drive at 7:00 p.m. New Year Township Phone Number: 897-5671. The Planning Commission Meetings are scheduled as follows:

What's more importanl this year than your and your family's safety? January 26, 1994 July 27, 1994 You can't see electricity. It doesn't smell and it doesn't make noise. Hut electric power can be deadly unless you follow these safety mles: February 23, 1994 August 24,1994 • Even if the switch says "ofr the power is on Always unplug March 23, 1994 September 28,1994 appliances not being used. April 27, 1994 Octobe-26,1994 OIL CHANGE Never use an appliance near a sink or a bathtub. If an appliance falls in water, unplug it from the wall socket immediately. May 25, 1994 November 16, 1994 $ • Don't overload an outlet with too many plugs. Wires can overheat and June 22, 1994 December 21, 1994 cause a fire. Unbelievable Savings On Selected Fall & Winter Fashions & Footwear • Use plastic sa/ety plugs to keep children's fingers and toes out of ^ Cars • W Light Trucks 19 outlets. All Planning Commission Meetings are held • Don't repair appliances with frayed cords — replace them. KoII u^ in the Township Hall at 7:00 p.m. Grease (lube), oil filter, including parts & oil cords when not in use. • When outside, avoid contact with power lines or exposed wires. IW EXCLUDES FOREIGN & DIESEL CARS careful when using Udders or trimming trees. Never fly kites near The Zoning Board of Appeals meet as re- power lines. ^ quired or requested. Cash or Check Only Presented by your local, mopor consumer-owned electric utility. CMfmiEf? CORPORATION Permits: GENUINE PARTS i Sara Kropf Scott Swanson Gerald Roark - Building Inspector 676- 1 he team has shown great Swiinson was nothing short 0302 of superb in his match against Butch Visser - Electrical & Mechanical CLOTHING & SHOES AfvlERICAW endiusiasm. Coach Annette Pearson recognized her for Sparta's Hob Simons and in Inspector 949-3765 or 676- helping the younger members the chiunpionship match at 0302 930 W. Main Street, Lowell, Ml 49331 - (818) 887-9281 103 pounds on Saturday at the J Cascade Township - ol die Lowell gymnastic team. !ciikvsu;k RIDGEVIEW SHOPPING CENTER • WEST MAIN. LOWELL • PHONE 897-6411 Lowell Invitational. Swanson SALE HOURS Dave Cooley - Plumbing Inspector 949- Kropl is an all-around per- Mon . Wed & Thurs former for die Red Arrows. major-decisioned Simons 18- 8 30-6 3765 Tues & Fri. 8 30-6 Now The Area s LOWELL LIGHT & POWER Pearson also commented on 9 and pinned Ian Carlson of Satuiday 9-3 Newest Jeep Eagle -ffiL" Vhjmoulh SERVICE 4 PARTS Dealer - EEa Owned by the iPeaple of fmrndl" Jean Hoffman her sound performance on die Cedar Springs in 26 seconds Mon Ffi 7 45-5:15 Oodne Trucks Vergennes Township Clerk balance beam at Rockford. on Saturday in die title match. Wed 117 45 127 N. Broadway Lowell. Michigan Kropf did not fall. I he Lowell lA'dper-Wednesdav, Januan 19,1994-Pape 16 The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, January 19,1994-Page 17 Lowell misses chance with erratic foul shooting ymnasts show balanced improvement on beam

By Thad Kraus four events highlighted By Thad Kraus l-for-5 in die final three min- paused and then answered, press got us going up and down competition at Rockford. She was sixdi widi a mark of of 8.55. Murphy was fifdi at Lowell suffered two inju- well Ledger Editor Lowell's week of gymnastic Lowell Ledger Editor utes. "He was tonight." the floor," Lowell coach Phil 'Hie Red Arrows were more 7.5. Murphy fell once. 7.70. "Lesley had a real nice ries. Sara Kropf had a fall from "I told the boys at the be- The Red Arrows built a 37- Beachler said. "It affected our than respectable against die Lowell's Sara Kropf com- routine," Pearson said. die uneven bars. She landed Marked improvement in all Many limes, the difference ginning of the fourth quarter 29 halftime lead. They in- shot selection and got us away Rams, a team diat was completed her routine widiout a The Lowell coach said it on die lower part of her neck between being a contender in that it was time to move," said creased that lead to 13 in the from getting the ball inside." ing off a win against Mona fall. was a good meet. "The girls and upper shoulder. Lowell the O-K White and a pretender Zeeland. "They went out and tlnrdquarierat46-33 willi 5:02 Kristian Magro led Lowell Shores. Rockford defeated "There was quite a differ- showed inprovement." coach Annette Pearson said showed thai they wanted it," to play. Zeeland ended the in scoring with 21 points. Ryan Slow finish Lowell 127.80-112.80 ence compared to a week ago," she felt Kropf would be okay. comes down to doing what it takes to win. said Zeeland coach Mickey quarter on a 14-4 run cutting Boersma added 13 and George "I was very pleased widi Pearson said. Rockford Invitational Lowell's Rachelle Brown Zeeland did what it took in Cochran . its deficit to three. Ponchaud tallied 11. our overall performance," On die vault, Smidi and injured her ankle/lower leg on a 71-64 win over Lowell Fri- Leading Zeeland's 24-14 Lowell was outscored 11- stifles Lowell in Lowell coach Annette Lowell's Shannon Laux tied The Red Arrows finished a dismount from die balance Cedar Springs 73 day night, improving its con- fourth quarter charge was Matt 2 in the final I ;52of Ihe fourth Pearson said. "I was especially for first widi a score of 8.50. lOdi in a 13-team field, which beam. Lowell 63 ference record to 4-1. Yonker. The Chix senior ud- quiirter. pleased widi how die girls Murphy was diird at 8.35, and saw Holland finish first widi Shannon Laux tallied The Red Arrows did not lied 2(S points, eight of which Hie Red Arrows were just loss to Sparta performed on the balance Lowell's Tammy Eteo and 140.20 points. Lowell's highest score on the A sluggish, flat third and thus dropped its league came in the final quarter. Me 8-of-18 from the foul line. beam. Our concentration was Rockford's Jackie Russo tied Lowell tallied 106.05 vault widi a mark of 8.30. quarter cost Lowell dearly By Thad Kraus for sixdi widi a mark of 8.1. Liz Arnold was the team- record to 1-4. connected on six three-point Zeeland connected on 20-of- "We came out and played much better, which helped points, leaving it one point against the highly-explosive Lowell Ledger Editor medalist on die uneven bars In the final 1:52 of the shots. 31 shots from the charity like we did in Saranac in game limit die number of falls we On die uneven bars, Rams' behind Creston and two points Redhawks of Cedar Springs. had." with a score of 5.60. game, Zeeland connected on When asked if Yonker was stripe. one,".Kuna said. "Sparta then Jenny Adia was first widi a behind Union. Lowell trailed 35-34 at Lowell girls' volleyball Lesley Murphy had a team- 6-of-8 foul shots. Lowell was the team leader, Cochran "Zeeland's third-quarter began to dump the ball back Rockford's Christi Smith score of 9.15. Lowell's Liz Plymoudi Canton finished halftime, but behind shooting high 8.05 in die floor exercise. teiun started slow and finished over the net which helped them earned top honors on die bal- Arnold was fourth a t6.65 and second at 132.25 followed by ace Nick Wolfe, the Hawks strong against Saranac. control the tempo." ance beam widi a mark of 8.05. Eteo was fifdi at 6.30. East Lansing widi 130.25 and Arnold's 6.35 was die outscored the Red Arrows 20- Lowell's Lesley Murphy was team-best on the balance Hie opposite can be said of Hie Lowell coach was ex- In die floor exercise, Smidi East Kentwood and West 1. die only Red Arrow to place. beam. its conference opener against pecting more from her Red was die medalist widi a mark CaUiolic with 129.10. FMB State Savings Bank Wolfe led Cedar Springs Sparta. The Red Arrows gol Arrows in dieir opening league with 21 points. Joe Sicard out of the gate fast, but match. "In game diree, nobody added 13 and Nate Phillips struggled to go the distance. was talking; everybody was contributed with 12 points. "Employee of Sparta rallied from a 15-9 standing around. It got pretty Lowell's George Ponchaud first-game defeat to win ugly," Kuna said. led all scorers with 23. Kristian oames two and three, 15-12, Sparta's Jenny Siegel led Magro tallied 13 and Brad IF YOU UKE MOVIES 154. the Spartans in kills with nine Holtz added 10. the Month" "Sparta controlled the and in aces with four. Lonni Lowell outrebounded Ce- tempo in games two and Matzen recorded a team-high diir Springs 32-29. Magro led A TRIBUTE three," Lowell coach Laurie nine assists. the Arrows in rebounds with Kuna said. "Our girls were Lowell will play host to TO BLACK 13. just never able to make the East Grand Rapids on Thurs- FILMMAKERS Cediir Springs led 18-16 adjustment." day. after one quarter. Lowell cut THROUCHOUT Lowell's Kerry Nugent had FEBRUARY CELEBRATE the deficit to 35-34 at half- The Pioneers were shutout a game-high 14 assists. Terry BLACK HISTORY lime. The Redhawks took a in dieir league opener by Zee- Harmon added six kills and MONTH WITH FIIMS 55-45 lead after three quarters land 15-0,15-0. FROM TODAY S Courtney Arnett tallied an ace. of play. Each teiun scored 18 Lowell's Kristian Magro goes up with a shot against MOST EMINENT AFRICAN-AMERICAN points in the fourth quiirter. Zeeland. i DIRECTORS. Water tank and PASSENGER 57 BOOMERANG ONE FALSE MOVE lines progress on NEW JACK CITY TOWNSHIP OF JUICE * BOWNE schedule; bonds to SUE FORD IF YOU UKE MOVIES i be sold in March Vanguard Films — Denzel Washington Angela Basset! Wednesday Nights! The January 1994 FMB State Savings Bank NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING [Just Yau Wiit. "Employee of the Month" is Sue Ford. Sue has been a By Marc Popiolek to develop his land in return Malcolm X bank employee for 6/2 years and works as a drive-in PROPOSED ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AND MAP Contributing Writer for granting the easement. Karp presented his plans, teller. When asked about her job at the bank, she AMENDMENTS Work is under way to con- at a public hearing to die plan- replied, "I am working on my seventh year at FMB and I struct a new 500-gallon water ning commission June 23, but Notice is hereby given that the Bowne Township Planning Commission shall hold am still enjoying my job very much. I have been blessed tank needed for die new high it was met with opposition a public hearing to hear citizens' comments regarding proposed text and map so much because it is so close to my home, school, and sdiwl and construction of die from surrounding residents. FMB is very understanding about family responsibilities. amendments to the Bowne Township Zoning Ordinance. The public hearing shall water line is not far behind. The township has not heard A TALE OF FORBIDDEN LOVE from him widi regards to what be held on February 10, 1994, at 7:30 p.m., at the Historic Township Hall, 8240 Currendy, die road is be- HM A WORLD THAT SEES This job has been good for me personally. I lived' in he wiuited to do next. Alden Nash, Alto, Ml. All interested persons are invited to attend. ing graded to put in an access ONLY IN BLACK AND WHITE. Lowell for eight years and knew only a few people, and road, and die Kent County Instead of running dirough now 1 have made a lot of new friends. There are a lot of Road Commission, is review- die Karp property die water Spike Lee's epic film The proposed text amendments include revisions to the following sections: MICHAEL RAPAPGRT X line will run from Foreman tilings 1 like about my job. 1 have great customers and ing the townships maps for N'BUSHE WRIGHT about a leader Rd. to Cumberland Dr.. It will co-workers. We have a lot of fun in the drive-in, and for 3.31 (F) (G) (J) Roads - Private the project. MUSC BY TAJ MAHAL who became a legend. m I lie township has decided follow Cumberland Dr. and me it's the best place to work in the bank. As a matter of dien down into Eastgate Vil- The proposed amendments to the zoning map would rezone approximately 20 to bypass Thomas Karp's fact, sometimes we have so much fun at work, I almost property at die comer of Fore- lage. acres of land in the vicinity of Lowell Engineering, Inc., lying generally south ofthe feel guilty, but who said work couldn't be fun?" man Rd. and Cumberland Dr. Hie township will issue C & O Railroad and west of Bancroft Avenue (see below) from Urban Residential PEOPt in order to speed up die pro- bonds beginning in March and (U-R) and Rural Residential (R-R) to Light Industrial (L-l), a portion of which is When not at work, Sue spends her time with her cess. will accept bids on them in LOWELL CABLE already zoned L-1 Industrial. The area to be rezoned is more fully described as Initially the township April. Actual construction of husband, Pat & two sons. She enjoys reading & being being: hoped to run die water line die line is slated to begin May involved with church and New Life Christian Fellowship. trough his property and into 1. LOWELL She also serves on the Vergennes Historic District That Part ofthe North 1/2 ofthe Northwest 1/4 of Section 4, Town 5 North, Range ' astgate Village. However, The project must be com- iClBLE TELEVIMCHi TV DEPARTMENT Committee. 9 West, Bowne Township, Kent County, Michigan, and also part ofthe Plat of the Karp could not work out an pleted by the time the new| Village of Alto, as recorded in Liber 12 of Plats, Page 18, Kent County Records, agreement with die township hi^h school opens in August. described as: Commencing at the North 1 /4 corner of said Section 4; thence South 127 N. Broadway, Lowell 897-8405 Congratulations Sue Ford, January Employee of the o * * * Month. 00 09' 50" West 851.96 feet along the North & South 1 /4 line of said section to the southerly right-of-way of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad and the Point of An argument needs no reason, nor a friendship. Ihyu* Beginning; thence Northwesterly 1382.11 feet along said right-of-way line; thence South 00o11' 15" East 846.09 feet to the south line of said North 1 /2 of the NW 1 / LOWELL & 4 off said Section 4; thence South 87056'45" East 1189.60 feet along said south line ofthe North 112 of the NW 1 /4 to a point that is 165.0 feet North 87056l45" West 'rom ROCKFORD the North & South 1 /4 line of said Section 4; thence North 00o09,50" East 371.0 feet IVH parallel with said North & South 1/4 line; thence North 87056l45" West 125.0 feet; State Saving's Bank o , 0 l cou or C Wa ,in thence North 00 09 50" East 113.0 feet; thence South 87 56 45" East 29.0 feet to | Please pcos«"i P^^'°||° ^^0°y™^°i^^Sr ^^alw>'towii"9' ''' ® \/ W • 1IHU I ••WW I o l WHOPPEconlunclion wini d Hu^Rr. ze^, , iL^t'S 1.99 Kids IM said North & South 1/4 line; thence North 00 09 50" East 156.51 feet along said Please (xeseni coupon belore otdenng Where people like banking better * One coupon per customer per vtsit Not North & South 1/4 line to the place of beginning. Containing 20,90 acres. valid in conjunction with any other offer \\ Good only durmg tegular hours at partici- BURGER Member FDIC Y patiog BURGER KING® restaurants m Lowell. Grand Rapids. Grandville. WESTOWN ROCKFORD The proposed zoning amendments may be examined at the Bowne Township Hall, Hudsonville. Zeeland. Holland. Grand LOWELL BURGER Haven. GreenviBe. Lowe*. Cedar Springs, KING 414 East Main Slreel 1425 West Main Street 6835 Belding Rd.. N.E. 6059 Linfield, Alto, Ml 49302 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Wednesday and Ionia through January 1994 874-8330 KING 897-4153 and Friday, telephone number is 616/868-6846. Lowell Lowell

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S-O v-tf- #. i"' c i i o\ciut The Lowell Ledger \tvv \tvrv t\ve Wednesday, January 27,1993 Y itvt Sch001 a roU \o eY .V® Township land use plan! P y discrepancies be dg ct c e n V \o ' eto* 1®1 \\P Ve vje nvv scrutinized closely by 1 leads to dimissal of employee tvv d 0 An internal audit of Lowell Schools payroll records uncovered a number of irregularities in AVtv \datx commission and residents an employee's payroll account. Lowell Superintendent Frit/ Esch stated Tuesday. A\U " \ In late December of 1992. adiscrepancy was noticed in an employee's payroll account by Sen Timpson:!f the area is controlled AssisUnt Superintendent Gary Kemp. Imniediaiely following the discovery. Esch. called for dc^ an internal audit of payroll records to be conducted by Kemp, and the District's financial 9^ auditing firm. Helmholdt and Co. of Grand Rapids. gr^ *<<< closely, the township can maintain Auditors and school administrator; rfetermined in early January that a number of irregularities in that employee's payroll account deserved further investigation. "Thai same day ihe growth properly. irregularities were discovered, the employee responsible for Ihe questioned payroll entries was ve Lowell Township citizens aired tbeir Area 3,1-96 and Alden Nash, consists of placed on suspension pending a more detailed investigation.' Esch said. Since thai time, the conccms, questions and hopes lo the Lowell 280 acres and was chosen because of its district's auditors, cental office administrators awl siaff have been investigating ihe alleged Township Planning Commission in regards direct access to 1-96, which would minimize irregularities and have determined thai there were a significant number of entries to the payroll to the 1992 land use plan Monday night. traffic impact on the township. The site also account which violated school district policy and standard accounting practices. Aboul 166 citizens appeared at ihe offered attractive expressway visibility to Esch added that while internal auditing procedures are continuing to look for other Lowell Township hall lo discuss amend- developers. The site does hold some prime irregularities. Ihe results of the audit show that undocumented overtime was processed for ments made to the land use plan in 1992. farmland soils but these soils are not cur- payment and may have resulted in the payment of unearned overtime pay. El Amendments made to Ihe industrial compo- rently being used. The Lowell Superintendent said that Lowell Area Schools released the employee respon- nent or Ihe plan had the most citizen con- Citizens of the township offered their sible forthe payrollentrieson Jan. 25. "The Lowell BoardorEducationisconlinumgioconducl cern. viewpoints for and against the use of this its internal auditing procedures to determine its future direction." Esch concluded. The industrial component was to rec- area fordevelopmenL Concerns risen about ommend a primary site for industrial growth the site include what type of light industry in Lowell Township. The plan looked at will be brought in and how will it affect the New public library a motivating t§ four areas in the township then, through surrounding properties. specific guidelines, one was designated as According to Roland Lubbinge Plan- the best area for new industries to locate in ning Commission Chairman there is no guar- force behind East Riverfront plan Lowell Township. antee as to what kind of industry will be The East Riverfront Area educauon facilities He adds. development in the area ^ >Av The four areas looked at were: Area 1) developed but through ordinances the county Master Plan does not dictate, where possible, provide jointy Tlie plans for development M-21 immediately west of city limits. Area could control this situation. but instead, gives direction cooperauve use of land and and redevelopment will take 2) AWcn Nash, Emery, and Segwun. Area 3) "Currently there are no ordinances in toward the development and facilities by tlie City of Low- place as opportuniiy presents 1-96 and Alden Nash. Area 4) M-50 be- place todeal with this issue," said Lubbinge. redevelopment of the East ell and Lowell Schools, such itself Pasquale explained tween 52nd and 60th Streets. "However, the planning commission hopes Riverfront area as parking facilities and open Pasquale said, with tlie pub- The planning commission, with the help lo gel these ordinances in place before re- Those directions and plans space/recreauon area lic library being a motivating of Bob Tolan of Progressive Engineering, zoning the area, to use as a control valve for were reviewed at a workshop "The purpose and intent I force, tlie next step will be to I designated Area 3 as the primary site. the influx of industry." Tuesday evening (Jan 19) at ihink is to provide a sense of approach the school aboul the The commission used a criteria to deter- Many citizens are against growth of the Lowell City Hall directKMi for the area." Uwell purchase of property for die mine which area would be most beneficial lo industry in any form but the commission Dick Korb. Director of City Manager Dave Pasquale library The land will be about the community. The criteria included look- sees it as inevitable. School and Community Ser- said " Hie motivating force three-quarters of an acre on ing at the environmental impact, land use, Robert Hendrick of ihe planning com- vices, defines the plan as a behind the plan is detenmn- RiversivW .diool block transportation and circulation, utilities, rev- mission says thai either the township can way lo restore compatibility ing a site forjfcniblic library The pl;u^^) suggests Uia^ enue and costs in locating industries in plan for growth now or ihe courts will do it of community use lomt r.ussious^ ihe scV^îd tlie Cily; for ihem. "With vision and ill llu taken yj h look ^ Lowell. plan. cojg^»R. 8 m Environmental criteria look into consid- "By developing a plan to use a site now. this plan can enhana ler- . # eraliondrainage, wetlands, prime farmlands, ihe township can control where industry can ; provided to/ hu- and Public Act 116 farmland. Land use develop," says Hendrick. "Once you lose . Korb say criteria involved existing land uses on and control by the courts, then lose all con- )savy adjacent to the site. Transportation and cir- trol." culation looked at all weather roads, dis- Concern as towl tance to primary routes and traffic capabil- and ity. Utilities, revenue and cutLVcre taken into consideration bui were I for all f^fc-i f ilcs. CELEB tvt) INIALI (GY^tvA^ Ye VqWddtY eSS Subscript today and save 100 pennies! Lcdger $1 Off A Regular Subscription vôtvf Phone: 897-9261 C^ds aê . .âty ol tva Ommiown

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Notices in The Ledger's Congregational Church EVERY SECOND •Coming Events" are free WOMENOFTHEMOOSE SAT., JAN. 22: - Dance/ and election of officers, basement. Corner of Spring THURSDAY: Lowell of charge to any non-profit Business meeting is held Benefit for David Blanding .and Hudson St, Weigh-ins V,F,W, Auxiliary No, 8303 organization in the Lowell, at 5:45 p.m. the third Monday of each for a bone marrow trans- THURS., JAN. 27: Com- meets at 3:30 p.m. at the Ada, Alto, and Saranac month at 8 p.m. plant. Larkin's Other Place, modities will be distributed V.F.W. Post, 307 W. Main area. We prefer such no- 7:30 p.m. $10 donation. between 8 a,m, and 3 p.m, EVERY SECOND & Street, Lowell. tices to be kept brief and to FOURTH TUES.: Qua-Ke- LOWELL AREA ARTS Contact Larkin's at 897- at the Lowell Moose Rec- be submitted by mail, but Zik Sportsmen's Club - COUNCIL :149 S.Hudson 5977 or Dale Triplett at reational Building, 210 E. EVERY SAT. - Lowell In- 897-9259 for tickets or more will accept notices by phone meets at 8 p.m. at the Club Main. dependent Amateur Radio St. Hours: Tuesday thru information. at 897-9261. building, 1400 Foreman Operators sponsor an in- Friday, 1 to 5 p.m,; Satur- FRI, JUNE 3: Lowell Se- Road, Lowell. formation neton Frequency days and Sundays, 1:30 to WED, JAN. 26: Lowell nior Neighbors 10 day trip 147,420 Simplex - Lowell 4:30 p.m. Closed holidays. Area Historical Association to Ireland. For resen/ations, The following changes in this year's transportation schedule will be made starting January 24, 1994. Please read the fol- Showboat Network, Phone 897-8545. FIRST MONDAY EACH will meet at the Look Me- call Mary Condon, 897- lowing route descriptions carefully. Many of the bus runs will remain the same with only the time changing (Buses will be morial Fire Station at 7:30 MONTH: The South Kent EVERY TUES.: Support 7092, running one (1) hour earlier). Students are required to be at their stop 5 minutes ahead of the time listed. for their annual meeting 4-H group regular meetings One, 7:30 p.m. at Saranac SATURDAYS & SUN- ANY QUESTIONS CALL 897-9353. at 7 p.m. in the Alto El- Community Church, DAYS: New hours at the ALTO LIBRARY HOURS: ementary School cafeteria. • • • IMPORTANT ABBREVIATIONS/CODING • • • Fallasburg Schoolhouse Open Tues. 12 to 8 p.m,; EVERY TUES.: 10 a.m - Numbers/ names underlined indicate where bus stops are located Museum, 2-6 p,m. "Across Thurs, 12 to 8 p.m,; Sat, 9 TA = turn around (indicates bus turns around) 11:15 a.m. Ladies Coffee the Covered Bridge from a.m. to 12 p.m. Phone 868- SECOND MONDAY OF Break Bible Study, Fallasburg Park." 6038 FEED A HERD EACH MONTH: The Low- Children's Bible Story Hour', !!!NO EXTRA RIDER POLICY!!! ell Area Schools Board of Calvary Christian Re- SAT, J AN. 22: T upperware EVERY THIRD SUN.: The Education meets at 7:30 formed Church, 1151 W, party at First Congrega- OF SUPERBOWL Lowell Area School's "No Extra Rider Policy" will be strictly enforced. Due to fewer buses on the road many of our buses Flat River Snowmobile Club p.m. in the Br ard of Educa- Main, Lowell. Nursery pro- tional Church on N, Hudson will be at maximum capacity. Extra riders will be allowed only in an emergency. If there is an emergency, parents must call meets at the clubhouse at tion office located in the vided free. For ladies with from 10 a,m, to 2 p.m. All 18841 Potters Rd, Just east ANIMALS the Transportation Dept. at 897-9353. Notes will not be accepted. Middle School, 12675 Fore- or without previous Bible proceeds to help fund a trip of Montcalm Ave, at 1 p.m. man Road. knowledge. to New Zeeland and Aus- New members and guests tralia for five Lowell Baby Sitting...Baby Sitting Forms must be on file in the Transportation Office before students can be picked up and/or are welcome, EVERY MONDAY WEDNESDAY: Rollaway People-to-People Student w dropped of at an address other than home...Also, anyone with openings in their daycare, please call the garage at 897-9353 EVENING: Euchre will be Ltd, Senior Bowling, 1 p.m., Ambassadors. If you can't EVERY SUNDAY: The 1-1 and let us know. We will inform parents as needed. played at the V.F.W. Post 55 and over. come but would like to place Grattan Museum, Old 8303 at 7:30 p.m. Admis- an order, please call Jenni- Belding Road in Grattan, is sion is $1, prizes. Public fer or Carlinda Boyd, St. Patrick Students The bus to St. Patrick will leave the High School at 7:30 A.M. It will drop students at school at open from 2 to 4 p.m. welcome. EVERY WED.: Royal 897-9176, mz. about 8:15. A bus will pick up at St. Patrick's at 2:55 p.m. and go to Bushnell for transportation home on Elementary Rangers for the boys at 7 buses. MONDAYS: Overeaters p.m, Sonshine Adventure Anonymous New meeting. Team for the girls kinder- St. Mary's Students Students will be picked up on the Elementary Runs to start school at 8:45 A.M. At dismissal, stud- 7:30 p.m. at Good Shep- garten and up, Christ LOWELL SENIOR NEIGHBORS CALENDAR herd Lutheran Church, Ambassadors for the youth 897-5949 ents will walk to Bushnell to ride home on Elementary buses. 10305 Bluewater Hwy., (7th thru 12th-grades) Lowell. Call 361-5463. Christian Clubs to help our Weekly Activities Come join us! children grow through the Transportation Supervisor, MON.: 8 a.m. Walkers, WED.; 9-30 a,m. Bingo. means of achievement pro- Larry Mikulski SECOND MONDAY OF grams, special activities, TUES.: 8 a.m. Walkers. THURS.: 1 p.m. Euchre, EACH MONTH: Golden crafts, and basic moral Ages meet 6 p.m. at Hale learning. For more WED.: 1 p,m. Shopping FRI.: 8 a.m. Walkers, Middle & Hioh School Bus runs Middle & High School Runs With Changes: House (Senior Neighbors, infomation, call Christian assistance. Make your bash a smash with a Subway Party Sub or Party 314 S. Hudson). Potluck. Life Center, 3050 Alden 93C Platter. You tell us how long you want your Party Sub - and with a one M) hour earlier 91C All are welcome. Nash S.E,, 897-1100 Special Events time change: Run will begin one m hour and 10 min. earlier. Run will begin one (1) hour and 5 min. earlier. we'll make it. And we'll stuff your Party Platter with your favorite Bus run through Causeway Dr. will arrive 70 minutes subs - sliced in tasty 4" portions Call Subway and make plans EVERY MON.: Boy Scout 1STWEDNESDAY: Men's earlier than it has previously. 93C will now go around WED, JAN. 19: 9:30 Women's traveling break- for your party. Big plans. 93A 93B 93D Through Abrahams Dr. the bus will arrive 65 Troop 102, for boys 11 and breakfast at Lowell Senior ast the Causeway, and will stop at: a,m,. Advisory council, f - 92A 92B 92C minutes earlier than it has previously. up or completing the 5th Center, 314 S, Hudson St, 3830 Causeway Bus will now go down Abrahams Dr. to Pointview. 91B grade, will meet from 7 to Call 897-5949 for reserva- FRI, JAN. 21: 1 p.m, TUES, FEB. 1: There will 4264 Causewav and will stop at 4866 Abrahams Dr. 90B 90C 90 D 8:30 p.m. during the school tions, Movies at the Center, be a travelogue at 1:30 at WIN A 89A 89C 89D Bus will also stop at Pointview TA year in the Scout Cabin at Schneider Manor in the The bus after Causeway Dr. will arrive one (1) hour Route after Abrahams Dr. will be one (1) hour 88B 88C 88D the end of North Washing- FIRST WEDNESDAY WED, JAN. 26:7:45 a.m, activity room. earlier. earlier. SUPER BOWL 87A 87C ton Street. Enjoy activities EACH MONTH: Alzheimers Support Group 91D 93D likehiking and camping and Make noon meai reservations three meets at 6:30 p,m, at Elementary runs with a one Run will begin one (1\ hour and 5 min. earlier. Will start one hour earlier. learn skills that can last a working days in advance. PARTY! Cumberland Retirement Bus will now go down Beckwith lifetime. For more informa- (1) hour earlier time change: Village. Phone 897-4810 Through 4 Mile the bus will arrive 65 minutes earlier Stops at 13240: 13788 Beckwith tion call 897-8829. than it has previously. for information. 93A 93B Remainder of the route is the same. The bus will now go down 4 Mile west of McCabe TA SECOND MONDAY OF 92B 92B at Giles. EACH MONTH: The EVERY FIRST WEDNES- 91B 91C 91D 87D (New A.M. Route) Pick up at 8966 4 Mile Bowne Township Histori- DAY: Lowell Area Jaycees LOWELL CHARTER 90B Bus will pick up at: Route will be the same until Honey Creek & 3 Mile cal Society will hold its meet at 7 p.m. at the Low- 89A 89B 89C 7:25 Maple & Ottawa Bus will also go west of Honey Creek on 3 Mile stop regular meetings at the ell City Hall, New members TOWNSHIP 88B 88C 88D 7:30 Bowes at Pleasant St. at 7$7Q ? Mil? and 7095 Knaoo Township Office, 6059 welcomed. Membership 87A 87C 87D Bowes at Pebble Beach. Then continue regular run (one hour earlier) Linfield E., Alto. The meet- 21-39 years of age. Lead- PUBLIC NOTICE OF RECEIPT OF These students will ride 90B in the PM ing is at 7:30 p.m. ership training through COMPLETE THIS PASS TO ENTER! community involvement, A SPECIAL USE APPLICATION Feed 25 Football Fans For Free. Elementary Bus Runs With Changes Other Than Time: FOURTH MONDAY OF Subway's kicking off the Super Bowl with a super contest. You EVERY THURS-10 a,m, 93£ 90D (Many Changes in route.xheck carefully!) 90C EACH MONTH: American can win a 6 foot Party Sub, Don't drop the ball. Fill this out and Will start one hour earlier. at the home of Linda John- Will start run one hour and 10 min. earlier. Legion Clark-Ellis Post 152 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Lowell Charter enter now. You could be a Super Bowl winner Drawing to be and will now drop at St. Patrick's. 7:40 3012 Fallasbura at Lowell V.F.W. Hall, 307 son, 3550 Alden Nash S,E, Township Planning Commission will conduct a held January 28,1994. Moms In Touch Interna- 1399? 4 Mil? Will drop at St. Patricks E. Main St. at 8 p.m. public hearing on Wednesday, January 26,1994 92A tional, Mothers meeting to 46Q6 Ashley at 7:00 P.M. in the Lowell Township Hall, 2910 NAME Will start one (V) hour and 10 min. earlier. pray for their children and 87D (New P.M. Elementary Run) EVERY 1 ST & 3RD TUES- Alden Nash SE. schools. All Lowell School 7:55 4839 Montcalm Will take home all students from Runciman & DAY: Lowell Lions Club ADDRESS. Bus run will remain the same until McCabe & 3 rr| mothers are invited, 8:00 13123 5 Mile: 12837 5 Mile Bushnell that currently ride 88D & 93D who live eets at 6:30 p.m. at Look At this hearing, the following described property Mile. 8:05 6 Mile at Bvrne Memorial Fire Station, which generally lies at 2287 Segwun, SE (41 -20- Bus will go down 3 Mile west of McCabe JA at in Valley Vista Housing. THURSDAYS - Take Off CITY. .STATE ZIP. 8:10 Bedaki at Bedaki Ct. South Hudson, Lowell. 11-177-003) will be considered for the issuance Giles Pounds Sensibly Tops Ml, This bus will now drop at St. Patricks of a special use permit to allow a commercially- Pick up at 8988 3 Mile * No. 333, Saranac, meets used building to be changed to a two-family PHONE #. Will also go down 4 Mile west of McCabe TA at every Thursday evening at 8:15 12268 5 Mile EVERY1ST&3RDTUES- residential facility in a residential zone. Giles the Saranac Public Library, 8:20 13097 4 Mile TA at Rasch's storage DAY: V.F.W. Post 8303 stop at 8966 4 Mile. Continue on regular route rne Weigh-ins at 6:45 p,m, The special use permit application and the Low- 3250: 3200: 2999 Lincoln Lake ets at the V.F.W, m until Abrahams Dr. ' . 8:25 2055 Biggs; Clubroom, 307 E. Main St., ell CharterTownship Zoning Ordinance are avail- Will now go down Abrahams Dr. 8:30 12950 Heim Lowell at 8:00 p.m. able for public inspection at the Township Hall and will stop at 4866 Abrahams Dr. FIRST AND THIRD during regular office hours. Please call 897-7600 484: 819: 1015: 1188 Lincoln Lake i THURSDAY: The Alto Li- and Pointview TA TUESDAYS: Take Off for further information. ons Club meets at Dan's at SANDWICHES & SALADS ^ Budu^s wilwinl noiiuww drouiupp aait Stoi.. Patrick'srcunurvb.. Sgg fiGxt \/vGGk s pdpGT for ctfiy hiotg ddditions! Pounds Sensibly Tops M Carol L. Wells ' "372 meets every Tues- 7 p.m. Lowell Township Clerk 608 W. MAIN • LOWELL • 897-4960 day evening at the Lowell

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•«» > » "l haue a dream that one dau men will rise up and come to see that theu are made to hue together as brothers" CALLTHE LEDGER 897-9261 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. BUSINESS 1929-1968 BUSINESS FOUND SERVICES SERVICES EXPERT FURNITURE RE- FOUND-dog, young white, FINISHING - all hand CERTIFIED NURSE AS- FOR SALE - Retired Pre- RETIREMENT OPEN female hound, 2 Mile & Bologna stripping & all hand rubbed SISTANTS - Lowell cious Moments figurines. HOUSE FOR JOHN Parnell area. Call 897- CASH! finishes. Call Sam for free Medical Care Center Girl on Scale, $48; Girl with RAIMER-Sat., Jan. 29th, 7280. estimates. 868-0268. Tropicana For single family, has positions available Pie, $60; Boy Sharing Ionia Masonic Temple. for Certified Nursing Teddy Bear, $65; Girl With Open house 4-7 p.m.; DJ Hearty Vegetable Beef multi-family and PHOTOCOPY - IOC, fax fadyja handyman specials. Assistants. Full and Skunk, $48; Ballerina Or- 7-11 p.m. in or out, .50ij, long dis- part-time positions nament, $20; Clown EVENTS All areas tance, $1 out of state $1.50, Ne Musical, $75. Call 897- ESTATE OF BETTY J. Bologna ^nglandClaniChov^ considered. Written available on all shifts. per page. Call or fax (616) ROGERS - will not be re- offer in 48 hours. We offer an excellent 8520. 897-1126. salary, insurance ben- sponsible for any debts as BINGO Franks efits and a pleasant of this date, 1-19-94. Marshall Redder, LEAVES HAVE FALLEN - working environment. Every Saturday Night Remax, 457-3245. your eaves are full, if you For immediate consid- KEITH - I want the whole 4:00 P.M. C44tfn want your eaves cleaned, eration, please apply in FOR RENT world to know I love you. call THE FLOWER LADY, LOWELL MOOSE person or call: Lowell But most of all, I want you 642-9533. HANGARS FOR RENT - BINGO TROPICANA CAMPBELL'S HEALTHV Medical Care Center to know, so I'm putting it in Lowell Airport, one t-han- 1320 E. FULTON 350 N. Center St. print. I Love You! Kitty ORANGE JUICE DAVIS EQUITY BUILDERS Spe- Early Bird Bingo at 4:00P.M. REQUEST SOUPS Lowell, Ml 49331. (616) gar; one 48x80 utility cializing in kitchen, bath & 64-oz. Regular, Homestyle or With Calcium 16-oz. assorted varieties 897-8473. Equal Oppor hangar with bi-fold door, ELECTRIC basement remodels. Call ECKRICH tunity Employer. water, restroom, 16x20 Quality • Service Gary at 949-6996. office, heat & air condi- BINGO tioning. Contact David FOR RENT ALL MEAT FULL-TIME/PART TIME Dependability LAND CONTRACTS-Best Every Friday Night RESTORATION POSI- Pasquale, Lowell City FRANKS OR RESIDENTIAL price for your land con- 7:00 P.M. TION OPEN - Anderson Hall, 897-8457, Mon.-Fri. tracts. Call Sara with Bailey 8-5. LOWELL NEWER 1 Lowell VFW Hall COMMERCIAL Brothers Steamatic. Apply BOLOGNA & Bailey Capital Brokers, BEDROOM APART- jEast Main St., Lowellj at4900E. Fulton, 7;30to5, Mb. pkg. LIGHT INDUSTRIAL 363-8540. A hot idea: The Eastern MENT SPECIAL-4 year Mon. - Fri. Early Bird Bingo at assorted varieties Exchange Hotel in low price & more for good Ph. 676*9574 THE OFFICE SERVICE - RN/LPN - Consider be- Boston was the first pub- credit. Short lease, small 6:30 P.M. lic building to be heated typing, photocopy, .100, coming part of our pet. 897-0099, call now. PUBUC \NV\TED by steam, back in 1846. mailings, 24 hour faxing, quality care at Lowell ALL 2-LITER TONV'S ITALIAN Jim Cook, Jr. delivery or Federal Ex- Medical Care Center. AUCTIONEER press. Call or fax (616) We currently have 12 PROTECTING OUR WILDLIFE 897-1126. hour shifts, 7 a.m. - 7 PEPSI PRODUCTS PASTRV PIZZA All Types of Sales Wetlands Conservation Saves Wildlife 15-17 oz. assorted, Save $1.00 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 7 (616) 897-8872 TYPING - Resumes, cover a.m. and 8 hour shifts. (NAPS)—Making a ClrMfti* splash with many Ameri- letters & Term papers, cor- We offer an excellent cans concerned about OasiM BE PART OF A FLOWER respondence, transcription, wage and a pleasant saving wildlife-as well as oroposals, quotes, invoic- environment. For im- our health and our econo- VimifTMJV«STVli PASTKVCRUSI LADY PROJECT! - If my-is a plan to preserve ing. Call 897-1126. mediate consideration, you're not going to plant our wetlands. 3 those fall mums that please apply in person Wetlands-marshes and swamps-are the single adorn your porch or line or call: Directorof Nurs- ing, Lowell Medical most productive source of your driveway, give 'em life on earth, ecologists to the Flower Lady! She'll Care Center, 350 N. agree. Perhaps no other find mum's garden spot - Center St., Lowell, Ml single natural resource Conservation-oriented farming methods help provides us with so many maybe even a park - 49331. (616) 897-8473. landowners preserve wetlands for wildlife and benefits: improve productivity and profits as well. where everyone can en- NURSE ASSISTANT Equal Opportunity Em- • Cleaner water in joy them right here in TRAINING-Will pay for ployer. lakes and rivers. high. That's why Ducks livestock to avoid overgraz- • Drinking water, Unlimited, a conservation ing at specific sites. Rotat- Lowell. Call 642-9533 to your educational NEEDAMATURE OLDER thanks to recharged organization with over ing pastures allows grass to PALMOLIUE DELTA arrange for pickup. classes. Paid orienta- one-half million members, improve and helps retain WOMAN - to care for 3 groundwater. DVNAMO tion period. Potential • Protection from is working with private moisture. Ranchers using WHITE children, ages 16, 7 & 4 DISH LIOUID CEMENT WORK - of all starting wages of $5.83 flooding and soil erosion. landowners to enhance this method report overall 22-oz. bottle Lemon Lime, ULTRA LIOUID for occasional nights & • Commercial and their wetlands and ensure improvements in the qual- $ TOWELS kinds. City sidewalks. Also per hr. Bonus after 500 recreational swimming. continued use of their ity of their pastures. 50-oz. Prepriced 3.49 SUD<»ET weekends. Call 897-8520, Sensitive or Original blacktop drives. 897-0346. hours of employment. • Boating, swimming property for agriculture. • In California's Sacra- single roll leave message please. Yearly raises. Inter- and other outdoor sports. Hundreds of landown- mento Valley, Private ers enrolled in Ducks Lands biologists are work- ested? Inquire at • Habitat for 600 Complete Formal wildlife species, many Unlimited's Private Lands ing with rice farmers to BUY ONE-GET ONE Lowell Medical Care endangered. Program have already demonstrate how flooding Wear Rental Center, 350 N. Center Unfortunately, for the enjoyed such welcome techniques will help them St., Lowell or call (616) past 200 years, laws and results as better weed comply with new state WEDDINGS OR policies which encour- control, higher crop yields, environmental laws. To 897-8473 for an ap- aged filling and draining improved grazing pas- demonstrate an effective TOWELS OTHER SPECIAL pointment. E.O.E. PRECIOUS MOMENTS wetland areas caused the tures and more waterfowl alternative to burning OCCASIONS 1989 & 1990 dated orna- destruction of more than and wildlife-and such remaining crop stubble. ments, $15 each; 1990 & 100 million acres of wet- projects can be imple- Ducks Unlimited helped lands in the U.S. Wildlife mented at little or no cost build a "rice roller'" to flat- PART TIME JOBS AVAIL- 1991 ball ornaments, $30 numbers, especially to the farmer. Successful ten rice stems into the ABLE - in the Michigan each. Call 897-8520. waterfowl, have dimin- projects include: mud after harvest. The National Guard. Ages 17- ished as wetlands have • On the Great Plains, group also assisted with 35. Skill training and college 10,000 - plus rolls of wall- disappeared. low annual rainfall can the timing, duration and CLOTHING & SHOES Federal and state gov- leave ranchers with depth specifications to SEHIORS SAUE 5% EVERY TOESDAV paper and border in stock. money available. Call 616- ernments and private orga- parched, depleted grass- flood the rice fields during DOUOLE MFR. GOOPONS EUERVDAV 534-6030 or Lowell Paint & Wallpaper, nizations have tried to lands and serious soil ero- growing season. Winter 1-800-292-1386. 219 E. Main, Lowell, Ml. abate further losses by pur- sion problems on crop- flooding decomposes the UP 10 SOK DETAILS INSTORE RIDGEVIEW chasing wetland acreage. lands. To enable land- 897-0012. rice stubble and at the SHOPPING CENTER However, 74 percent of the owners in North Dakota to same time creates needed GOVERNMENT HOMES - remaining wetlands in try out a sustainable habitat for water fowl. from $1 (U repair). Delin- the continental U.S. are method of livestock graz- Free Brochures HOME TYPISTS - PC us- 2173 W. MAIN ST., quent tax property. found on private proper- ing, Ducks Unlimited pro- For free brochures on ers needed. $35,000 LOWELL Repossessions. Your area ty, primarily farm land. vided fencing and water wetlands conservation, Oo£a-Rile Fwwb potential. Details. Call (1) The cost of taking this development to ranchers write: Ducks Unlimited. d) 805 962-8000 Ext. GH- We reserve the right to limit quantities & 805 962-8000 Ext. B-1520. land out of agricultural who, in turn, agreed to One Waterfowl Way. correct printing errors. No sales to dealers. 1520 for current repo 'ist. production is simply too divide pastures and rotate Memphis, TN 38120. 1335 W. MAIN. LOWELL • PH. 897-0025 Specials Through Sunday. January 23.1994. Ph. 897-6411 $

For information leading to the arrest and conviction of individual responsible for smashing windshields and windows out of 6 trucks at Geo-Tek Inc. on the corner of Bowes Road and Valley Vista Drive in Lowell, Sometime between 6:30 p.m., January 13 and 6:00 a.m., January 14, 1994.

~~Contact the Lowell Police Department 897-7123 or Sam Quails at 897-5581.~~