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CITY PULSE City Pulse • October 29, 2014 www.lansingcitypulse.com 5 CITY PULSE ELECTION GUIDE 2014 thing he will continue to do in Congress representing the FOR GOVERNOR: ENDORSEMENTS 8th District. A former aide to U.S. Rep. Bob Carr, Schertzing MARK SCHAUER has been an innovative, hard-working county official in his As it turns out, Gov. 's “reinvention of Michigan” twin roles as treasurer and chairman of the Ingham Co. Land more to politicize an office and pander to social conservatives schtick in 2010 meant relentlessly positive action for business Bank. He combines backbone with an open mind — much than Attorney General . interests. needed qualities in fractured Washington. He is progressive This lifetime politician has gone out of his way to file par- It would be one thing if the Michigan Chamber of on social issues without being shrill. With his roots in Ingham tisan briefs on federal issues, as if your regular Michigander Commerce's agenda of Right to Work, corporate tax cuts, slic- Co., Schertzing will bring mid-Michigan stronger representa- believes employers should strip birth con- ing unemployment benefit eligibility, watering down workers tion in Washington than it has seen in this century. trol from their employees’ health care cov- compensation and chipping away at the power of organized Meanwhile, the Republicans put up the true culprit of erage or that the rate-cutting pieces of the workers actually improved the economy. two state government shutdowns: ex-Senate Majority Leader should be repealed. But by any fair measurement it has not. Most of Michigan's , whose unapologetic march to gridlock need- His passionate legal attack on gay slightly improved economy happened early in the incumbent's lessly turned Michigan into a national head-scratcher in 2007 marriage is a losing battle that should term, at the tail end of the federal auto bailout. The numbers embarrass the attorney general as much show Michigan's recovery is moving slower than the rest of the as it does fairminded people in the state. nation, according to former state Treasurer Bob Kleine. Schuette's own courtroom experience LEAGUE OF Our unemployment rate is down, but so are most other was scant before he hopped to the most states'. Michigan's economy under Snyder, the cornerstone of convenient political lily pad he could find WOMEN VOTERS the incumbent's re-election pitch, isn't anything special. Totten in 2002, which happened to be the Court During his first term, he's doubled the This year, City Pulse has greatly expanded its of Appeals. Now he has the gall to criti- amount of money individuals and inde- Election Preview by including information for the first cize Democratic opponent Mark Totten for giving his time to pendent political action committees can time from the League of Women Voters. The league the benefit of this country as the only volunteer special assis- give political candidates like himself. He's has made all of its candidate questionnaires and tant prosecutor the Western District of the U.S. Attorney's punted when given an opportunity to explanations of ballot proposals available to Michigan Office has ever taken on in 40 years. make Michigan look more inviting to tal- newspapers. City Pulse regrets it cannot publish more Totten is pledging to shift the focus of the Attorney ented gays and lesbians. of it, but beginning on P. 14 we bring you 16 pages’ General's Office back to consumer protection, which is how Snyder decided that lowering tax rates worth, along with our own coverage of races and Frank Kelley made it great for 37 years. for his business supporters was more issues. We thank the state league and the local chapter important than the retirement security of for its cooperation. thousands of pensioners, whose taxes he Schauer FOR SECRETARY OF STATE: raised. He claims 300,000 new private sec- LETTERS tor jobs since taken office, but what about RUTH JOHNSON Not all Republicans have soiled their elected office these TO THE EDITOR the loss of thousands of public sector jobs? Your teachers? Your Due to space limitations, letters to the editor are local public safety officers? The people who plow roads, fill pot last four years. Secretary of State Ruth Johnson had the courage to stand up to a Republican Legislature that wanted being posted online for this issue. Go to www.lan- holes and mow our parks? singcitypulse.com. Michigan is still solidly locked among the nation's Top 10 to grant secrecy to deep-pocketed political action commit- in unemployment, despite Snyder’s slashing an unprecedent- tees looking to skirt already porous campaign finance disclo- ed number of rules once put in place to keep business from sure laws. Some in the GOP even threatened Johnson with a and 2009. His Tea Party views on economic and social issues exploiting workers and the environment. convention challenge for fighting to pull back the curtains on would only add to dysfunction in Washington. State government's unbridled love affair with padding cor- powerful big money. Speaking of partisan public officials, how Republican Tim porate coffers at the expense of the rest of us must stop, and it Also, Johnson has launched the coolest gadget we've Walberg keeps getting elected to Congress is truly puzzling. can stop now. seen out of the Secretary of State's Office — one where you This unresponsive backbencher communicates with the reli- Stopping it starts with Mark Schauer. can hold your place in line through your smartphone. She's gious right and Club for Growth disciples and that's about it. A former congressman and experienced state lawmaker, not perfect, but she's clearly better than the alternative and Seventh Congressional District voters have such a far supe- Schauer knows how to balance the scales of power for the aver- deserves re-election. rior candidate in Democrat Pam Byrnes, it would be a shame age working person in Michigan. For voters, the choice is clear: not to take advantage of it. There's no reason the collaborative empower business or the people. nature she has shown as a state legislator won't translate to SUPREME COURT Washington. Sadly, a presumed Republican legislative majority will fight The newfound congeniality on the Michigan Supreme any meaningful rollback of Snyder's business-tilted policies. Court is refreshing and will continue with the election of the But at least Schauer as governor could shift the conversation in inspiring Richard Bernstein, unquestionably experienced STATE LEGISLATURE Lansing to help for a sorely neglected education system and a Bill Murphy and thoughtful Deborah Thomas. In the state legislative races, Mark Schauer will need a beleaguered working class that, for the past four years has been Voting out the current officeholders will create a more band of individuals with whom he can work. We've seen Rep. little more than a second-tier priority for state government. ideologically diverse court that will put different perspective Andy Schor, Rep. Sam Singh, Rep. Tom Cochran and Rep. Moreover, Schauer’s running mate, former state Rep. at the forefront. Thersea Abed, all Democrats, in action and know they fit Lisa Brown, will fight for respect for women’s issues, which the mold. Curtis Hertel Jr., the favorite to replace Gretchen Republicans mock, as they did when the House censored CONGRESS Whitmer in the Senate’s 23rd District, which covers most of Brown for using the word vagina in debate. The case is strong for why U.S. Rep. , a Ingham County, will continue the fight for progressive legisla- Schauer and Brown will face a tough time dealing with a Democrat, deserves your vote for the U.S. Senate to replace tion and shows every sign of becoming a leader, as befits the Republican legislature, but their administration is the right retiring . He's outperformed Republican Terri Lynn namesake son of a former House speaker. big step toward establishing an economy that works for all Land during this year-long job interview at every front: his Sen. Rick Jones, R-Grand Ledge, in the 24th Senate Michiganders. Moreover, they will fight for the progressive pol- vast knowledge of the issues; his accessibility to the people; District should be commended for setting a high bar in mak- icies that will restore Michigan to its rightful place as a leader his moderate tone. ing himself available to the public and the media. However, among states. You notice that Republicans haven't hit Peters as a "tax and his strident support of Snyder's agenda has us looking in a spend liberal"? It's because he's not. He's frugal with taxpay- different direction. Democrats landed a good one with educa- ers' money, but not delirious in believing you can practically tor Dawn Levey, a sharp, likable political newcomer, whose FOR ATTORNEY GENERAL: eliminate the federal gas tax without devastating states, like progressive and sensible position on issues is more of what the Land does. MARK TOTTEN state Senate needs. Unbelievably, there is a public official even more deserv- Likewise, Ingham County Treasurer Eric Schertzing has ing of the unemployment line than Snyder. Nobody has done proven to be a person we can trust with our tax money, some- See Endorsements, Page 6 6 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • October 29, 2014

cent Democratic base district is a GOP staffer 50/50 partisan split. Governor's 2011 education cuts and the named Rob Secaur. The nearby 69th District It's created a situation where Abed, a for- repeal of income tax exemption on pension Most Lansing-area race is all but over, too, with Rep. Sam Singh mer school social worker and county com- income. (D-East Lansing) on the ballot with peren- missioner, has found herself engulfed in three Barrett frames himself as a conserva- Dem seats safe nial Republican candidate Frank Lambert. straight races with lots of spending from both tive who can be an independent voice in the Every once in a while, the state Republicans the political parties and outside groups. House. Abed and Barrett battle take a serious stab at the southern Ingham This go around, former U.S. Army heli- "I'm a Republican because I believe in in Eaton's 70th House race County 67th District, but 2014 isn't one of copter pilot and current chief warrant officer lower taxes, individual liberty, less govern- those years. Delhi Township Trustee John Tom Barrett has benefited from radio spots ment . . . but I don't think any political party All Michigan voters are picking their state Hayhoe has experience on both the local road bankrolled by the Koch Brothers-funded is perfect," he said. representatives and senators Nov. 4, but the and planning committee – someone the R's Americans for Prosperity and the Michigan Abed has counted on face-to-face contact epicenter for competitive races locally is in would rally around under different circum- Farm Bureau, among other groups. This and the fact many people -- particularly in Delta Township. stances. doesn’t include the money raised and spent Grand Ledge – know who she is. Ingham County Register of Deeds Curtis But Rep. Tom Cochran, the former by their respective campaigns, which are now "The difference is I've been connected with Hertel, Jr., all but wrapped up the 23rd Lansing Fire Chief, won this seat by 13 points at a combined $607,518, the state's second- our community," she said. "I've been involved Senate District race last year when he cleared in '12. That's a large enough margin that highest total for a state House race. in our community for 25 years. My kids went the field of any strong Democratic opposi- Republicans and the interest groups that Republicans see the 33-year-old as possibly through the schools . . . They have proof what tion. He does have a Republican opponent, support them see other Democratic incum- their best shot to unseat Abed, who has shown I say is what I do." Leslie hard rock guitarist Craig Whitehead. bents as more vulnerable. a bit of an independent streak -- voicing oppo- The only public polling in the race about a Rep. Andy Schor's campaigns signs are Like Rep. Theresa Abed in the Eaton sition to adopting Common Core standards month ago showed Abed with a slight 47-46 popping up like he's re-running his competi- County-based 71st District. This state House for elementary school students, for example. percent lead, proving what both candidates tive 2012 Democratic primary. He's not. His district has evolved into one of Michigan's Abed has baked her campaign with and observers figured all along – this one is token Republican opposition in this 73 per- most politically balanced districts with a true staple Democrat issues – opposition to the going to be tight. too tied to unions, she voted to privatize bus their devotion to providing the best educa- nonvoting members to represent commu- Endorsements drivers. Rodgers brings 30 years’ experience tion possible to LCC students at a cost they nities outside of Lansing on the public utili- inside the school system as an administrator. can afford will benefit the board. ties’ board. Mayor Virg Bernero is behind from page 5 We strongly urge her retention. both plans. As much as we think a defeat Morgan would bring to the board a dem- PROPOSALS AND MILLAGES would send a clear and much deserved onstrated ability to analyze issues and raise Proponents of wolf hunting in Michigan message to Bernero that he failed us by UNIVERSITIES, STATE BOARD important questions. As a reporter and then haven’t made their case for the two state- backing BWL’s leadership despite its ter- managing editor of City Pulse, he earned wide ballot proposals. They talk in terms of rible ice-storm performance, we urge a yes OF EDUCATION respect from all sides for his insightful and protecting farmers in the UP. But hunting vote because both reforms make sense. For the Michigan State University Board sometimes stinging reporting on City Hall. predatory wolves is already legal. They say a Some voters may think the Ingham of Trustees, Terry Link is the face of what we His stint in public relations for the public hunting season is needed so that wolves get Health Plan is no longer needed because should expect from our university's govern- relations firm Byrum Fisk was a realpolitik the message to stay away, but there’s very lit- of the Affordable Care Act and Healthy ing board — someone with a forward-looking education that will serve him well in public tle evidence that works. They deny modern Michigan (aka the Medicaid expansion). vision grounded in diversity, sustainability, office. He understands teachers’ issues better technology, which allows us to track every Not true. Thousands of county residents social justice and non-violence. The board than most from having worked in the public wolf and capture those that are dangerous. will not benefit from either and will have will benefit from his 30 years’ experience affairs department of the Michigan Education Moreover, hunting is a real slap in the face no health care without the county plan. on the staff at MSU, where he founded the Association for two years before his cur- of the state’s Native American residents, in Moreover, the plan has lost its federal Office of Sustainability, and his dedication rent post as communications consultant for whose culture the wolf plays an important funding because of national health care to such progressive causes as divesting MSU the Michigan Education Special Services role. What this appears to be about is creat- reform. The millage will be the only source from fossil-fuel producers. While there are Association. Morgan is a new father who ing wolf hunting as a sport in Michigan — of revenue. We urge voters, who strongly two openings, he is the only candidate we are pledges his son will attend Lansing schools. but without the underlying justification or supported it in 2012, to vote yes again on endorsing because the others' positions are so Beverly, the son of educators, is a product at least rationalization that we kill for food, Tuesday. The yearly $52 per $1,000 of state similar. of the Lansing School District who is pur- which wolf meat is not. Wolf hunting as a taxable valuation for five years is a solid In the remainder of the education races, suing a career in education himself. He is sport is just killing. Vote no and no. investment. we are endorsing the Democratic-nominated nearing completion of a Ph.D. in education Good people, even in the same house- So is the $50 per $1,000 being asked for candidates without hesitation. at MSU, where he works in the university’s hold, will differ on whether to support the the purpose of creating and maintaining Incumbent Kathy White and Flint attor- Office of K-12 Outreach. He has a daughter East Lansing Park District ballot proposal. a county system of recreational trails and ney Mike Behm deserve eight-year terms on in the school district, which should only serve It seems innocuous enough: whether to give adjacent parks trail system, which would the Board of Regents; to strengthen his commitment to helping the the City Council permission to sell three connect to Lansing’s trail network, surely the D's snagged a pair of exceptional Wayne board make the right decisions. parking lots that figure into redevelopment one of the outstanding features in mid- State University Board of Governors nomi- LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE of the western entrance to downtown. But Michigan. Moreover, it would be a move nees in Marilyn Kelly and Dana Thompson; opponents have characterized the real toward further regionalization following and Pamela Pugh Smith and incumbent BOARD OF TRUSTEES issue as one of trust, which they argue the the decision by voters to regionalize Potter Casandra Ulbrich have the right educa- Under President Brent Knight, LCC Council and city government don’t deserve Park Zoo, which is working well. Vote yes. tional priorities to serve on the state Board looks better because of campus beautifica- when it comes to development. Indeed, We also support the Bernero adminis- of Education. tion and facilities’ improvements aimed at the road has been rocky. Undistinguished tration’s proposal to give the city permis- attracting and keeping students. Two can- architecture continues to replace buildings sion to sell two pieces of property. One is LANSING BOARD OF EDUCATION didates for the two openings on the board with character on Grand River Avenue; a Grand Woods Park in Delta Township, The school district continues to face sig- stand out as being committed to making fifth story was illegally constructed on a which has operated the park for 30 years nificant challenges, but it is dealing with sure students receive the best education downtown midrise; and the City Center II under a $1 lease with the city. Given the them under the direction of much more uni- within those buildings: Todd Heywood and project that the Park District replaces was township’s stewardship for so long, it only fied and thoughtful Board of Education after James M. Wahl. Both have associate degrees a debacle. We urge voters to send a signal makes sense to both governments to sell it several fractious years. We recommend three from LCC. They represent the path of many to the city by voting no on Tuesday. Then to the township. The other property is the candidates who will keep the board mov- grads: Heywood (who regularly reports for we encourage city officials to bridge the Miller Road Community Center, where the ing in the right direction: Shirley Rodgers, City Pulse) navigates the world as a journal- gap with its critics and try again in a year Peppermint Creek Theatre Co. makes its Thomas Morgan and Bryan Beverly. ist with just his LCC degree, while Wahl’s or two. home and would like to buy if it can afford As an incumbent, Rodgers, a past board was a step on the road to a bachelor’s degree, In Lansing, voters must decide whether to do so. In both cases, it’s encouraging president, deserves credit for nurturing coop- in his case from MSU in criminal justice, to give the mayor power over the Board of to see the city continuing to look for ways eration on the board while maintaining her which led to a career as a juvenile court Water & Light in emergencies such as last to save money even though it is no longer independence. Though some criticize her as officer. Their practical experience as well as year’s ice storm. It would also permit three operating at a deficit. City Pulse • October 29, 2014 www.lansingcitypulse.com 7

same-sex marriage makes some people most young people — even Republican lean- for governor. Sure, there is the risk that deeply uncomfortable. However, inertia and ing Millenials — support the idea of same- affirming the fairness of same-sex marriage The courage apprehension are not legitimate bases for sex marriage. Defending discrimination is a could keep some conservative voters at home. denying same-sex couples due process and tough dinner-conversation sell. It would be at The most disapproving political cohort for equal protection of the laws.” my house. marriage equality is Republicans, age-65 question Even Pope Francis, shifting the tone if not Snyder's oft-repeated position that he will and older, and they are steady voters. And, ideology of the Catholic Church, has softened “follow the law” really is cowardly. That he Snyder, with very mixed pre-election polling Why is Snyder afraid to what had been an uncompromising anti has the opportunity to advance the cause of numbers, is facing a surprisingly robust chal- same-sex marriage stance. It took courage to civil rights and won't is something he will lenge by Schauer. He could lose. lead on same-sex marriage? shift from the hardline rhetoric of his proces- regret. But it could win as many votes as a prin- Time and time again as he's campaigned sors, Benedict XVI and John Paul II, to a It happens. Alabama Gov. George cipled pronouncement costs. A courageous for re-election, Gov. Rick Snyder has been more compassionate, understanding view of Wallace, staunch supporter of segregation, stance by the governor would likely sway asked his view on same-sex marriage. this issue. who stood at Foster Auditorium to block the some independent undecided voters. OK, Right idea, but it's the In short, Snyder has ample political cover entry of two black students to the University maybe it's a risk. But that's not the point; wrong question. to stand on the Capitol steps and affirm of Alabama regretted his stance, said his son it's do the right thing. Embrace the constitu- What we should ask the Michigan's belief in equal rights. That is, George Wallace Jr. in a 2012 interview with tional idea of equal protection. governor is why he lacks unless he believes that the Tuscaloosa News. He felt that he betrayed What Snyder is hiding behind dur- the courage to lead on the same-sex unions are people who needed his help, which later in ing this campaign is an appeal to the 6th defining civil rights issue of morally wrong, damage life his conscience told him was wrong. District Appeals Court. In 2004, Michigan's this era. children and weaken And if, in fact, Snyder believes that same- voters approved (with 59 percent yes) a At the start of his term, our state and nation, sex marriage is wrong, which is possible, he constitutional amendment banning the support for same-sex mar- which are the arguments should have the courage of his convictions to state from recognizing or performing same- riage came with more MICKEY HIRTEN Michigan Attorney say that. Isn't it really a question of leader- sex marriages or civil unions. Michigan's political baggage than it General Bill Schuette ship? Snyder has been willing to fight for Republican-stacked Supreme Court extended does now. But surveys con- clings to as his rationale expanding Michigan's Medicare rolls, funds the measure to include domestic partnership sistently show support for these unions, and for promoting the dis- for Detroit and a new bridge to Canada benefits for state employees. But in March federal courts throughout the credited state constitu- Snyder — all of which were unpopular with many 2014, a federal judge ruled the laws and poli- nation have ruled that state tional amendment limit- Republicans. cies unconstitutional, prompting an appeal bans on same-sex marriage ing marriage to a man and a woman. Granted, same-sex marriage along with by Schuette in a case that also challenges are fundamentally unconstitu- But, I don't believe that Snyder is against other social issues may not be on his agenda, bans by Kentucky, Ohio and Tennessee. tional. It's been a remarkably same-sex marriage. but as we know from his embrace of right- Other states resisting a broader definition shift in opinion and attitude. For him and for most of us, it just doesn't to-work laws, his acquiescence to stricter of marriage include Alabama, Mississippi, Today, 32 states allow same- matter whether Michigan allows gays to abortion laws and unwillingness to push for Arkansas, Texas. Georgia, South Carolina. sex marriage. ELECTION 2014 marry. If that's how people find fulfillment, broader anti-discriminatory protections, that What does that tell you? In a ruling similar to oth- fine; whatever works. The governor clearly is can change. But really, what is the risk. There is still time before the election, time ers, Judge Henry Floyd of the 4th Circuit very smart and pragmatic rather than politi- It's not as if the Republicans who abhor for a grand gesture. And it is time for people, Court of Appeals, in a 2-1 decision on cal. Or, at least, that's been his claim. He has same-sex marriage (and so much else) are and maybe the press, to ask about courage. Virginia's ban, wrote, “We recognize that three kids in their 20s, who if they are like going to support Democratic Mark Schauer It's the right question.

says the Legislature over- like a handcuff. It has swivels on it so they stepped its boundaries and can move around. When the trapper comes Michigan wolf cut the public out of the pro- up to them, he can dispatch them cleanly cess. In early 2013 it collect- and quickly.” ed enough signatures to put But the wolf population showed a decline hunting referendum Proposal 14-2 on the ballot, outside of the hunt, down to 658 last year. A on whether to designate wolf Department of Natural Resources study over Are wolves the villains or the as game and schedule wolf last winter put the wolf population at 636. victims and does hunting help? hunting seasons. A 2014 wolf hunt wasn’t scheduled “If citizens disagree (with because hunting was frozen until voters can By BELINDA THURSTON legislation) they can put it weigh in Tuesday. The story behind the wolf hunting pro- on the ballot for a veto refer- Wolf hunting isn’t necessary, according posals on the Nov. 4 ballot could be a mod- endum, to veto legislation or to Fritz. ern-day fairy tale – sometimes the wolf is the enact it,” said Jill Fritz, direc- “It’s a trophy hunt,” she said. “It’s a spe- villain and sometimes the victim. tor of Keep Michigan Wolves cies that’s just recovering.” Michigan's voters may write the ending Protected and the state direc- “We’re OK with wolves being in the UP, It starts in 2012 when the Upper tor of the Humane Society of they belong there, they’re part of the ecosys- Peninsula wolf population was removed the United States. “We want- tem there," Youngedyke said. from the endangered species list after mak- ed to place that law on hold.” He said the focus is to control the popu- ing a comeback from near extinction due Then the Legislature lation in three zones where efforts were not to bounty hunters. New litters of puppies passed a second bill allow- effective. thrived and healthy packs developed in the Courtesy photo ing the NRC to designate But this summer the pendulum swung remote wilderness. humans. wolves as a game species “on again, when hunting advocates collected At the time there were 687 wolves; their Although no longer an endangered spe- their own without voter oversight or legisla- 300,000 signatures to enact what’s called a release a testament to preservation efforts. cies, and wolf hunting was banned, it was tive oversight,” Fritz said. “At that point we citizen-initiated bill. It passed in the Senate Almost immediately, locals started call- legal for farmers to shoot and kill prob- decided on a second referendum as well.” and the House in August, automatically ing for hunting. Reports of livestock being lem wolves they found on their property. The first hunt, in November 2013, becoming law. It gives the NRC the author- eaten or mutilated increased. Incidents of Michigan also compensates farmers for live- allowed 43 wolves to be taken but only 22 ity to decide which animals can be hunted dogs being killed by wolves made the news. stock losses due to wolves. were killed. Michigan allows still hunting as game. “We need to make wolves more wary In fall 2012, the and baiting. No dogs are allowed but the The law takes effect in March or April of humans,” said Drew Youngedyke, pub- authorized the Natural Resource MUCC is advocating allowing traps in the 2015. lic relations manager Michigan United Commission to manage wolves and estab- next hunt. So if you’re voting next Tuesday, “it’s a Conservation Clubs. lish wolf hunting seasons. “It’s a foothold trap,” Youngedyke said. “It moot point,” said Youngedyke. There have been no reported attacks on But Keep Michigan Wolves Protected has steel jaws but they don’t have teeth. It’s See Wolves, Page 11 8 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • October 29, 2014 toms center and Canadian built bridge. He come out to the polls Tuesday. instead supports the Morouns’ building a sec- “My oldest daughter went off to college Schertzing and ond bridge. this year,” said Schertzing. He said the afford- & Schertzing, 52, the Ingham County trea- ability of college is important. surer, supports a proposed Canadian-U.S. “Far too many (students) leave college Bishop battle partnership to build a bridge. Canada would with debt like a mortgage. We’ve got to come build the bridge in return for tolls. The U.S. up with ways to make college education more By BELINDA THURSTON would pay for a customs center. affordable so there’s not that burden of debt.” Short, fast and heavily funded. Both have earned fouls on their political He said he would support programs to STAND-UP That’s how to describe the mad scramble ads from the Michigan Truth Squad: Bishop help students refinance college debt. comedy! that is the 8th Congressional seat race. for alleging Schertzing tripled his staff when Bishop said the solution to the weight of And the outcome is anything but a given. w/ Philly Plowden & Homer Shadowheart the increases were approved before he took the debt is creating jobs. Friday-Saturday,Friday-Saturday, OctOct 31-Nov31-Nov 11 The district, heavily Republican lean- office, and Schertzing for suggesting Bishop “The economy is stalled out,” he said. 9:30 p.m. showtime, 2 drink minimum ing, spans Ingham, Livingston and northern was solely responsible for shutting down Working across the aisles was something Oakland counties, including Rochester Hills. the government twice while he was Senate Bishop and Schertzing said would be impor- Yet, the newspaper endorsements are majority leader. tant. nodding to Eric Schertzing, the Democrat Bishop, chief legal officer for International “There are two issues that I’ve heard the in the race, including the Detroit Free Press, Bancard Corp., a payment processing com- most of across the district no matter who I’m Lansing State Journal and Livingston Daily pany was endorsed by Republican incum- talking to. One of them is the condition of the Press & Argus (which usually endorses bent Mike Rogers. He announced in March roads,” said Schertzing. “The other is really Republican). he would retire after seven terms to start a just the frustration with the partisan bicker- The newly opened Stock Yard Bar-B-Que Mike Bishop, 47, the GOP candidate, has career in conservative radio. ing and the political gridlock that makes up & Brew in Charlotte has the best BBQ you dominated in the fundraising department, “It was Mike Rogers that compelled me so much of Washington. Folks want things have ever tasted ... a bar ... & its also the raising $831,466 by the end of September, to do it,” said Bishop. “I really was very much to get done, people to come together to talk area's premeire stand-up comedy club: compared to $350,587 by Schertzing, 52, his happily transitioned into the private sector. I about the common issues of the country.” The Comedy Zone! Democratic opponent. got the call from Mike Rogers in a way that I Schertzing continued, “I also think of Bishop’s connection to Matty Moroun, never expected. He said the delegation is los- it as the human infrastructure of educa- Ask About our Comedy Zone Dinner Show! owner of the Ambassador Bridge between ing a lot of experience. He really put it to me tion and job training. Those areas and oth- Detroit and Windsor, has drawn scrutiny very strong. It was my responsibility to step ers are ones that historically have not been Dine in & Carry out and criticism. The former Senate majority up.” partisan. When did education, when did leader has received more than $80,000 in They both profess a love of service and Social Security, when did roads and potholes 1820 Lansing Rd. Charlotte contributions over the years from the owner, the state of Michigan. Bishop served in the become partisan?” supporting his failed bid for attorney general Michigan House of Representatives and the Schertzing was raised on a farm in (517)997-6093 and his current campaign. Bishop blocked Senate from 2002 to 2010. He became Senate Stockbridge. thestockyardbbq.com a Senate vote on the bridge and has said he majority leader in 2006. He’s an adjunct pro- “Growing up on the farm, you roll up your facebook.com/thestockyardbbq would oppose federal funding for a U.S. cus- fessor at Thomas M. Cooley Law School. sleeves and get the job done. It won’t be easy, Schertzing has held the treasurer’s post but I’ll work to find commonality.” since 2001. He’s also chairs the Ingham Bishop said he wants the public to trust 10 County Lank Bank. From 1983 to 1991, he the government. He said a $17.9 trillion Every Saturday was a legislative aide to Democratic U.S. Rep. national debt signifies dire financial times. THIS WEEK: Election preview Robert Carr, who represented Michigan’s 6th “Take the brakes off the economy and let it District and then the 8th after redistricting. grow and add jobs,” he said. “Get the econo- THIS WEEK: State Legislature Hosted by Bishop said the diversity of the district, my up and running again. That’s the best way Newsmakers Berl Schwartz which spans from Spartan country in East to shrink the debt.” Lansing to the mansions of Rochester Hills, Bishop continued: “I’ve never seen the Susan Demas requires a candidate who won’t represent it trust and confidence of people waning as Editor, Inside Michigan Politics in “a cookie-cutter way.” hard as it is right now in our government. I The two are miles apart on most key issues. really do believe this generation of legislator Bishop vows to repeal the Affordable Care on the state, local and national level have to Act and is against gay marriage and abortion. regain the confidence if we want to turn this Schertzing holds opposite views on those thing around.” issues. Also running for the seat are Libertarian Schertzing supports equal pay for women James Weeks II, Jeremy Burgess, a Natural and protecting Medicare and Social Security. Law candidate, and Green Party candidate Kyle Melinn They both said they want young people to Jim Casha. Political writer Mickey Hirten RE-ELECT Associate publisher, City Pulse “Every Child Deserves Bernie Porn EPIC-MRA the Best” Visit us at GUILLERMO Z. www.citizensfor glopez.com

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Dems dubbed “rape insurance,” the Right to self from Snyder's decision to redirect fund- by Gov. Snyder – it's there, it's mathematical- Life-bankrolled initiative that requires elec- ing from the state School Aid Fund to univer- ly clear," Jones said. "I oppose this governor Jones taps into tive abortion coverage on health insurance sities and said all money in the fund should when he transfers money from school aid to policies be purchased with a separate rider. go towards pre-K and K-12 programs. universities, many of them sitting on billions “I'm appalled by it,” Levey said, who "More money has been put into education of dollars." new neighborhood expressed concern that the three miscarriages By KYLE MELINN she'd endured as a young woman would not PUBLIC NOTICES It only took a day for state Sen. Rick Jones, have been covered under the law. “As vaguely STATE OF MICHIGAN after learning that his newly gerrymandered as the law is written, those medical (proce- OFFICE OF THE INGHAM COUNTY DRAIN COMMISSIONER 24th district included Shiawassee County, to dures) would not be covered unless you had NOTICE OF DAY OF REVIEW OF DRAINAGE DISTRICT BOUNDARIES begin meeting voters there. the rider. That's wrong.” Whether it was the local Elks Lodge or Levey is a self-described moderate who Notice is Hereby Given that on Thursday, November 13, 2014, the Ingham County Drain the county's Right to Life chapter, the Grand wrapped up her second term as president Commissioner will hold a Day of Review of Drainage District Boundaries from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Office of the Ingham County Drain Commissioner, 707 Buhl, Mason, Michigan 48854. At that time Ledge resident burned up Interstate 69 to of the Michigan United Conservation Clubs. and place, the Drain Commissioner will hear the proofs and allegations and carefully reconsider and Owosso so often, the Shiawassee County She's a Michigan Education Association review the description of lands comprising the Drainage Districts for the Drains listed below, and Chamber of Commerce website lists Jones as board member who worked for 29 years with determine whether the addition or deletion of lands will more accurately define the boundaries of the land benefitted by the Drains and is just and equitable pursuant to Section 197 of 1956 PA 40, the county's state senator … which isn't even the Elsie Area Ambulance Service, serving as as amended. The Drains are located and established in the following municipalities, and a general the case, yet. its director for 10 years. description by section number of the lands proposed to be added or deleted in whole or in part follows: The redistricting lines signed into law She joins Senate Minority Leader DRAIN NAME MUNICIPALITY SECTION NUMBERS three years ago technically take effect Jan. 1. in suggesting that some ADDISON DRAIN (A 21-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 21 For now, Jones' district is still the three- gender-specific riders should be tacked on to ARDMORE DRAIN (A 09-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 21 county line stretching from Lake Michigan to the insurance policies of men. What's fair is COUNTRY PLACE DRAIN (C 60-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 1, 12 CRESTWOOD DRAIN (P 24-03) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 3 the Lansing city limits. fair. DANIELS DRAIN (D 02-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 22-23, 26-27 Sometimes perception becomes reality. During their joint appearance on the DANIELS EXTENSION, BRANCH 1 MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 22, 27 And in the case of Jones, who seeks re-election "City Pulse Newsmakers" TV program, Jones DRAIN (D 02-02) DOBIE HEIGHTS DRAIN (D 25-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 25 Tuesday, the perception of being a dawn-to- recalled when Whitmer brought up this issue EAST POINT DRAIN (E 19-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 23, 26 dusk flesh-presser is quite true. The 61-year- on the Senate floor. HASLETT VILLAGE SQUARE BRANCH MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 10 old Senate Judiciary Committee chairman “She said, ‘OK, if this passes, I demand OF THE PINE LAKE OUTLET DRAIN (P 24-01) prides himself on rarely taking a vacation, that you ban Viagra coverage,’”Jones said. HATHAWAY DRAIN (H 09-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 23, 26 always returning media calls and pledging to “And I said, ‘Yes, let’s do it – nobody on the HILL HAVEN DRAIN (H 24-00) CITY OF EAST LANSING 17 address just about any constituent issue. Republican side uses it anyway.” MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 17 HILLBROOK DRAIN (H 60-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 10 That includes last year helping an Oneida Levey is also against funding cuts to HOSKINS DRAIN (H 62-00) CITY OF LANSING 29, 32 Township woman on dialysis free a skunk Planned Parenthood and policies that MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 28-29, 32 that had burrowed under her porch and required greater licensing regulations on INDIAN LAKES NO. 2 DRAIN (I 06-02) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 20 KENT DRAIN (K 04-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 21 caught himself in a woodchuck trap. facilities providing abortions. LAKE LANSING ROAD BRANCH OF MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 10 Despite this new 24th Senate District only Levey works with teenage mothers daily THE PINE LAKE OUTLET DRAIN holding a 53 percent Republican base, Jones and argues that Planned Parenthood is their (P 24-05) LAKE O’ THE HILLS DRAIN (L 21-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 9-10 isn't raising a ton of money like many of his only avenue to vital care for many young MARSHALL TILE DRAIN (M 04-00) AURELIUS TOWNSHIP 14-15, 22-23 Senate colleagues. He isn't paying for radio women. MEADOWS DRAIN (M 17-00) ALAIEDON TOWNSHIP 5 or TV ads like many of his GOP colleagues in Jones argues that tighter restrictions MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 32 competitive races. MERIDIAN HILLS DRAIN (M 14-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 10, 15 on abortion clinics, including his bill ban- MUD LAKE OUTLET, OLD ENGLISH MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 14-15 For Jones, name ID is not a problem. A ning aborted fetuses from being disposed in ESTATES BRANCH DRAIN (M 18-03) former Eaton County Sheriff, he's been a local dumpers, is about keeping women healthier MUD LAKE OUTLET, TIHART BRANCH MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 15 TV news reporter and radio talk show host's DRAIN (M 18-04) and safer. NEMOKA DRAIN (N 03-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 3, 10-11 go-to source for comment since he's been On education, Levey has called “the attack OKEMOS TILE DRAIN (O 09-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 21 elected. The access has put him in a position on education” one of the worst things to come PINE CREEK BRANCH OF THE PINE MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 3 where he can put his foot in his mouth, like LAKE OUTLET DRAIN (P 24-06) out of the Snyder administration, citing fund- PINE LAKE OUTLET DRAIN DRAINAGE MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 3 when he compared public relations profes- ing cuts and a lack of incentives to keep quali- DISTRICT, NORTHPORT BRANCH sional Kelly Rossman-McKinney to a “hook- fied teachers in the state. DRAIN (P 24-11) er” because he argued her policy positions PINE LAKE OUTLET DRAIN DRAINAGE MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 9-10, 15-16 “We want the brightest and the best in our DISTRICT, WILDFLOWER ESTATES were for sale. classrooms, we wouldn't argue that,” she said. BRANCHES 1, 2, & 3 DRAIN (P 24-12) This is among the reasons why Democrats “But with all the changes and all the hits that RED CEDAR, BRAEMOOR BRANCH MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 24-25 smell an opportunity with Ovid-Elsie teachers are taking, why would you become DRAIN (R 33-00) RED CEDAR MANOR DRAIN (R 32-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 24-25 Alternative High School coordinator Dawn a teacher?” WILLIAMSTOWN TOWNSHIP 20, 29 Levey. Jones disagreed and said one of the big- RIVER DOWNS DRAIN (R 13-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 26-27, 35 The other reason is Jones' votes. Jones gest issues for K-12 education is legacy costs RIVERWOOD DRAIN AND BRANCHES MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 28 DRAIN (R 15-00) joined Republican legislators in backing what incurred from pensions. He distanced him- SHOALS #6, RED CEDAR BRANCH MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 26, 35 DRAIN (S 67-00) TIMBER MEADOWS SOUTH DRAIN MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 4-5 Belinda Thurston/City Pulse (T 26-00) Campaign TURTLE CROSSING DRAIN (T 02-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 32-33 WALDEN POND DRAIN (W 21-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 11 yard signs WELLINGTON ESTATES DRAIN MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 23-24 on Moores (W 67-00) River Drive in WHITEHILLS WOODS DRAIN (W 65-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 4-5 Lansing. WILKSHIRE DRAIN (W 18-00) MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP 11-12 Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the meeting should contact the Ingham County Drain Commissioner at (517) 676-8395 or the Michigan Relay Center at (800) 649-3777 (TDD) at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting to request mobility, visual, hearing, or other assistance. You are Further Notified that persons aggrieved by the decision of the Drain Commissioner to add or delete property to or from a Drainage District may seek judicial review in the Ingham County Circuit Court within ten (10) days of the decision.

Patrick E. Lindemann October 22, 2014 Ingham County Drain Commissioner

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Byrnes said. "I'm pledging to never take a paycheck if the government shuts down, and Byrnes gives Dems Congressman Walberg should do the same." TIM BARRON The Michigan Truth Squad panned this EVERY WEEKDAY MORNING line of attack as being "perhaps the most new hope in 7th cynical ad of the election season" in that members of Congress who turned down their 6AM-9AM By KYLE MELINN benefits eventually received it. Another year, another contested election Byrnes is idealistically claiming she'll for U.S. Rep. , whose under- change the system. In reality, an elected performance in the Republican-leaning Byrnes will find herself in the minority, rep- 7th Congressional District biennially gives resenting a competitive district. The chances Democrats visions of victory. of any of her bills, let alone one that sniffs After facing an underfunded and under- of politics, getting moved to the Senate are whelming Democrat in 2012, Walberg finds about the same as a meteor slamming into himself going against top-tier opponent Pam Capitol Hill … maybe less. Byrnes, the former speaker pro tem of the Nonetheless, Byrnes will draw the Michigan House and a Washtenaw County Democratic base to her side, having been commissioner. endorsed by the UAW, EMILY's List and And hear Berl Schwartz of City Pulse Byrnes, 67, raised enough money to get the Sierra Club. She's raised more money on TV with her critiques that Walberg has ($1.93 million) than any another Michigan call Tim an ignorant slut — or worse. unapologetically embraced the perks of Democratic congressional challenger in a Congressional life – a $174,000 annual sal- competitive seat. Every Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. ary, a private gym, first-class travel airfare For a spell, the Democratic Congressional and "luxury vehicle" rentals. Campaign Committee left open the possibil- The same attacks could arguably be lev- ity of spending in her race – as it and other ied against any incumbent, however Byrnes outside groups did for Mark Schauer in 2008 VOTE FOR is spicing up the argument by pointing out and 2010. But with Democratic incumbents that Walberg took his salary during last nationwide in peril, the Dems withdrew from year's government shutdown, unlike a few Byrnes' race, and most other pick-up oppor- other members of Michigan’s congressional tunities, leaving Byrnes to her own devices. delegation. Byrnes said she would have liked the help, JAMES M. WAHL "Congressman Walberg owes the people but never counted out on it, and is pleased of Michigan an explanation, and he owes the LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES taxpayers a refund for keeping his paycheck," See Byrnes, Page 11

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Walberg, as do the anti-government types. nance. Local cross-county teams and disc golf- Byrnes He's signed onto a plan to decentralize fed- ers use it. But if voters approve the sale, the eral highway funding by cutting the national Sell a park, township may have to pay more if local resi- from page 10 gas tax from 18.4 cents to 4, for example. dents are to continue using it. He voted against the bipartisan, bicam- buy a building “We definitely want to keep Grand Woods with what limited polling she's seen on the eral "compromise" to reopen government Park in our park system, but it's got to be a fair race. last year after 16 days of shutdown because it By MICHAEL GERSTEIN and reasonable price,” said Kenneth Fletcher, MIRS commissioned an automated raised the nation's debt ceiling without mak- Lansing voters will determine the fate of the the township supervisor. “It's a good park and Practical Political Consulting survey Oct. ing the degree of cuts he was looking for. Miller Road Community Center and Grand the residents in that area have enjoyed using it 9-13 of 348 likely The National Journal and the American Woods Park in Delta Township Nov. 4 in two all those years, so it's certainly our hope to see voters in the Eaton ballot proposals to sell the city properties. it remain as a park.” County-to-Monroe The local Peppermint Creek Theatre Co. Neither Hannan nor Fletcher could County District that has leased the 5,900-square-foot former com- say what the property is worth because no found Walberg up 51.5 munity center at 6025 Curry Lane – one of the appraisal has been conducted. That's typically to 48.5 percent with a properties on the chopping block – since 2013. done after voters approve city property for 5.2 percent margin of The nonprofit did not return phone calls or sale, Hannan said. error. messages to City Pulse. Delta Township's current two-year lease for Considering PPC But Randy Hannan, the mayor's chief of the park ends in 2015. In February the town- has the Democratic staff and communications director, said the ship will have to do an appraisal of the prop- base at 43 percent, nonprofit theater group might consider buy- erty, according to its contract with the city. Byrnes said earlier this ing the property if voters approve it for sale. If voters OK the ballot proposal, the city month she's happy It all depends on the price; the theater group will begin negotiating with the township and where she is in the has been leasing it for $100 a month plus util- other potential buyers. race. ity costs. This trend of selling city properties, which "It's all about being “They have an interest in staying there and Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero calls “right siz- on the ground and they have an interest in potentially acquiring ing,” has been going on for years. Previous the property,” Hannan said. “We don't have ballot proposals to close the Red Cedar and contacting people … I Belinda Thurston/City Pulse think it's really making any intention to push them out of there.” Waverly golf courses a few years ago are a a difference," she said. Campaign signs line Jolly Road in Windsor Township. Meanwhile, Delta Township appears to be couple examples. Walberg, 63, said the most likely buyer of the 128-acre Grand Hannan said the city would continue he isn't as convinced the race is that close. Conservative Union in 2013 both ranked Woods Park, located just south of the Capital evaluating which of its current properties are Serving in his third term in Congress, the Walberg as Michigan's most conservative Region International Airport, off of North superfluous. former state lawmaker and ordained minis- member of Congress in separate reports. The Willow Highway. “We are systematically reviewing all of the ter enjoyed his greatest margin of victory in Americans for Prosperity gave him an "A" The township has leased the property for city's assets … to determine whether the kind 2012 when he won by more than 10 percent- ranking. just $1 per year for the last 30 years and also of value that we expect is actually being deliv- age points. As such, the conservative groups that paid for the park's bathrooms and mainte- ered,” Hannan said. poured money into Lansing-area TV in 2008 He's not known for his charisma or being PUBLIC NOTICES particularly bipartisan, but Walberg appeals and 2010 for Walberg would do the same this to the Christian right of the district, particu- year if they smelled trouble, but they don't. LANSING, MICHIGAN However, if the race does get close, Byrnes PUBLIC NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL CLEANUP ANALYSIS larly those in Branch and Hillsdale counties. ANALYSIS OF BROWNFIELD CLEANUP ALTERNATIVES FOR THE PARK PLACE He retired as a division manager from the could benefit from three other names on the REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT Moody Bible Institute and once served as the ballot, all of which would likely suck more votes away from Walberg than her. The U.S. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS IN THE CITY OF LANSING: TAKE NOTICE that the Lansing Warren Reuther Center for Education. Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (LBRA) is accepting comments and review of the Analysis of The Human Rights Campaign earlier this Taxpayers Party and Libertarians each have Brownfield Cleanup Alternatives (ABCA) for the Park Place Redevelopment Project located at 301 month named Walberg to its "Hall of Shame" candidates, and their voters historically vote West Lenawee Street and 524/526 Townsend Street in Lansing, Michigan beginning October 27, 2014 for Republicans if given only the choice of "R" through November 17, 2014. An ABCA provides a comparative analysis of the cleanup alternatives for not supporting for LGBT legislation in being considered using the criteria of effectiveness, implement ability and the cost of each alternative. deed or word. He's one of 18 members to and "D." The analysis also considers current land-use restrictions and future land use considerations. This be labeled "most anti-equality" members of Also, independent candidate David ABCA recommends the best cleanup alternative and enables the redevelopment of commercial, retail, Congress. Swartout is running a "By the people, for the and residential components on the property which is a direct benefit to the public. Business groups, the National Rifle people," Founding Fathers-type campaign, An administrative record has been established by the LBRA for the project. The administrative Association (NRA) and Right to Life like which tends to appeal to conservatives. record, including the ABCA is administered through the LBRA and is available at the office of the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) at 1000 South Washington Avenue, Suite #201, Lansing, Michigan 48910 or by contacting Karl Dorshimer, LBRA Director of Economic Development, at 1000 ping licenses for active military personnel. South Washington Avenue, Suite #201, Lansing, Michigan 48910, or call 517-702-3387 ext. 210 or Wolves “Wolves are vital to a healthy ecosystem email at [email protected]. as the apex predator,” said Fritz. “They’re Environmental cleanup activities will be conducted at this property by the owner/developer, Y Site, from page 7 vital for controlling the deer population, LLC, under a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) administered beavers, many other prey species as well.” by the LBRA. Under the RLF, the LBRA has prepared an ABCA for the project. The ABCA provides So who is the bad guy? The wolf or the for the developer to conduct certain environmental response activities and conduct site safety and control measures to allow for the construction of a four-story mixed-use building on the property. The NRC has the authority and will be hunter? Do we need to hunt wolves to pro- The property consists of 2 parcels with addresses 301 West Lenawee Street and 524/526 Townsend moving forward with a wolf hunt for man- tect people and property? Or are hunters Street. Collectively, these parcels are bounded on the north by West Lenawee Street, to the east by agement purposes next year. looking for a notch on their belt? Townsend Street, and to the west by South Walnut Street. “It’s not moot, the citizens of the state “Many hunters signed our referendum, The LBRA encourages citizen participation and wishes to obtain questions and comments regarding are voting newly enacted legislation up or reiterating while they are very proud of the proposed ABCA. Questions and/or comments can be submitted via email at karl@purelansing. down,” said Fritz. “We strongly believe this their ability to fill their freezers with veni- comor via regular mail if addressed to: initiative that they passed is unconstitu- son each year, they can’t imagine why any- Mr. Karl Dorshimer tional, and we will be taking it to court to one would want to hunt a wolf,” Fritz said. Director of Economic Development overturn it before it becomes effective next “Nobody eats wolves.” Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (LBRA) 1000 South Washington Avenue, Suite #201 spring.” Youngedyke’s response? Lansing, Michigan 48910-1682 She said the state Constitution says leg- “But they do eat cows and wolves eat islation should have a single subject. The cows,” he said. “There are many reasons for All comments will be considered and responses to questions regarding the ABCA will be provided in the manner they were received. The public comment period will be open from October 27, 2014 citizen-initiated law combines management hunting, food is one of them, so is fur, so is through November 17, 2014. of response to invasive aquatic species with population management, so is human safe- providing free hunting, fishing and trap- ty, so is protection of property.” CP#14_275 12 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • October 29, 2014

vices for low-income residents. The program had utilities shut off. There were county health plans in most had approximately 10,000 people enrolled They can then come on the Ingham counties. A lot are smaller. Most don’t have Health plans prior to Healthy Michigan and the Affordable Health Plan. millages. There are about five health plans that Care Act opened enrollment earlier this year. We estimate 30 percent of those eli- will continue to operate: Kent, Washtenaw, Currently we have 814 enrollees and we’re gible for the Affordable Care Act in Ingham Genesee, McComb and Muskegon counties. getting about 100 a month back onto the County may need to apply for a hardship All those will continue but a lot of them are fill ACA holes plan. waiver. That’s about 3,200 people. going away because they don’t have a revenue Who does it cover? Who else does the Ingham Health Plan source. By BELINDA THURSTON It is serving people who are at $28,000 a cover? Ingham and Genesee are the only counties Voters are being asked Tuesday to vote year or below (about 250 percent of poverty) People who are noncitizens aren’t eligible that have a millage. for a millage to support the Ingham County and it is covering people who don’t have any for Medicaid or the Affordable Care Act. Don’t hospitals pay for indigent care Health Plan, which provides health coverage other insurance and live in Ingham County. They have to have been in the country for five already? Why should the county do it? for low-income residents. What amount is considered poverty? years. Some are undocumented immigrants. The millage was only a piece of what we Why do we need it? Doesn’t the Poverty is $11,670 a year for a single person. Whether we dispute whether they should be had. We had $8 million coming from the Affordable Care Act cover everyone? What is Healthy Michigan? here or not, we offer our community benefit to hospital. Federal dollars used for uncom- No, says Ingham Health Plan Executive Healthy MIchigan is the new enhanced them so they don’t go to hospital for basic care. pensated care from Disproportionate Share Director Robin Reynolds, who provided state Medicaid plan. It is open to any indi- Another group we cover we call “the Hospital Funds. This is money that the state these answers. vidual earning under 138 percent of poverty churn.” They go off Medicaid when they make and feds give hospitals to match for their The ACA safety net doesn’t catch everyone ($16,105 for a single person). That was a lot $3 more than allowed. We cover them while uncompensated care. Hospitals have funded and if the county doesn’t continue to fund the of the people we covered in the past. they’re waiting to get on a plan. Sometimes us to try to alleviate that care rather than health plan, people will either go without cov- What does the Affordable Care Act it takes a couple of months. We’ll provide 90 have people go to the hospita. DSH ends Dec. erage or they will use the emergency room cover? days of coverage to keep medications filled 30 as part of the ACA. That money will be and pass the costs on to the public at a much Affordable Care Act is zero to 400 percent and basic health services covered. reduced over the years because hospitals will higher rate. of poverty or $46,680 a year. Those eligible And lastly another huge group has to do have less uncompensated care because of the We asked Reynolds about the need for the purchase a product and get some federal sub- with a glitch in the ACA. It’s called the fam- Affordable Care Act. millage and what it would cost and who it sidy. ily glitch. If you’re with an employer and the Why should Ingham taxpayers support serves. Out of all the people that are covered there employer offers insurance to the employee this? How much would be raised? are holes. that it deems affordable he cannot go on Our goal is that we’ll have 100 percent cov- Voters will be asked to renew a 0.52 mill The exchange is expensive and the deduct- the exchange and get coverage. But if he erage of some type ... Keeping people healthy is tax, which could potentially bring in more ible is expensive. If your medical expenses are adds his wife or kids to the work policy it a priority. It does give back to the community. than $3.4 million in the first year. It would above 8 percent of your annual income you becomes unaffordable. He can afford it but And if we don’t pay for them here we’ll pay for cost the owner of a house with a $100,000 can apply for a hardship waiver. So what’s on he can’t afford (the higher cost for) his fam- them in the ER or inpatient care and that will taxable value $52 a year. the exchange is still deemed unaffordable for ily. So there could be potential families where be a lot more. Somebody will pay for it. That’s What is the Health Plan? some. the employee has employer coverage but the you and me through our health plans. We’ll The Ingham Health Plan provides cover- Hardship waivers can be issued if you’ve family doesn’t. pay for it through our insurance benefits. We’d age for doctors visits and some health ser- claimed bankruptcy, if you’ve been evicted or What are other counties doing? rather pay for it while it’s low cost.

voice. “ The Lansing BWL is a municipally-owned BWL ballot items power company. The BWL board currently has eight seats. All are appointed by the may- or and confirmed by the city council. Each create more must reside in Lansing. East Lansing and Delta Township would get members. Delhi, DeWitt, Meridian, and voice, oversight Lansing townships would rotate an at-large By BELINDA THURSTON seat. Some officials hope to eventually have The growing chill in air brings a shiver of voting seats. dread for the approaching winter along with “Ownership still belongs to the city and I the sour and frightening memories of the think that’s important,” Bernero said. “I think Board of Water & Light massive power out- it demonstrates that we take customer service age last year. seriously. We care about the suburbs who are Two proposed city charter revisions on also served by the Board of Water & Light. the Nov. 4 ballot stem from the utility’s failed “To go beyond a voice, the outlying com- communication and overall response to the munities would have to make an investment ice storm around Christmas 2013. Between in the board, they’d have to be talking about 34,000 and 40,000 businesses and house- buying a piece of it. This is what we can do holds were without power, some for more without them sharing the debt and the cost than a week. and so-on.” The ballot proposals put more seats at the The second proposal gives the Lansing utility's board table and it gives power to the mayor administrative and executive authority mayor of Lansing during a declared emer- over BWL during declared emergencies. gency. Bernero said he hopes he never has to use One proposal would expand the BWL the authority. board of commissioners to include three non- “If you look at how the charter treats the voting members from communities that are other emergency departments, when there outside of Lansing but are served by the util- is a declaration of emergency the mayor is ity. sort of a commander in chief if you will. That “For better or worse from the aftermath would be somewhat of a relevant analogy.” of the storm, the outlying areas felt like they The amendment would allow him to use needed more direct representation,” said BWL resources in case of a declared emer- Mayor Virg Bernero. “I felt we needed to gency or city resources for a BWL emergency. respond to that. They didn’t feel they had a “It’s sort of an all hands on deck,” he said. City Pulse • October 29, 2014 www.lansingcitypulse.com 13

Road in an area being called the Park are going to happen with it, and nothing Singer differed with Triplett’s descrip- District, which also includes the park- has ever come up of it, and we’re sup- tion of the parking lots as “ugly and Residents, ing lots. East Lansing developer Scott posed to trust the process, and people in blighted.” Chappelle’s plan to develop the property city government, including Mr. Triplett, Singer said redeveloping the park- collapsed in 2013 over financial concerns. who have quite frankly a record of reck- ing lots will not reverse the “true blight,” officials at odds Bob Trezise, president and CEO of the lessness when it comes to this stuff.” which he said is the property “still in the nonprofit organization Lansing Econimic Responded Triplett, who appeared on hands of the City Center II developer.” Area Partnership, supports a “yes” vote. the “City Pulse on the Air” radio show with He invoked the name of another East over EL proposal “Should the vote fail, it will set back Singer: “When you look at City Center 2, Lansing resident, Ingham Co. Treasurer any and all forward momentum the City the project would have added significant Eric Schertzing, who is involved in devel- By CITY PULSE STAFF of East Lansing has experienced for at vitality to East Lansing’s downtown but opment issues in his role as head of the Distrust is at the heart of opposition least a year, maybe more,” Trezise wrote the finances were not there, and so the Ingham Co. Land Bank. to East Lansing’s Park District ballot pro- in a column for MLive. Council unanimously approved a motion Schertzing, he said, “makes a wonder- posal. “If, and only if, the measure passes that I myself, in fact, made to determine ful distinction that is essential in terms “This is a referendum on whether we can the city then move forward with the the project was not viable and pulled the of redevelopment. There’s redevelopment trust the people in government who for public approval process for the proposed plug. that government needs to do to reverse the last decade has been lying to us,” said developments. This process will include “There is an attempt to make City true blight. Then there’s redevelopment city resident Eliot Singer. review and approval by city commit- Center II into a boogeyman, and trust me government wants to do, which is these The proposal would allow City Council tees and commissions, followed by the no one would have liked more than me discretionary things like redeveloping a to sell downtown parking lots 4, 8 and negotiation of a development agreement to move forward with the revitalization of parking lot.” 15 in what Mayor Nathan Triplett calls between the developer and City Council. this part of downtown sooner.” Schertzing said he doesn’t have a side “an essential procedural step toward any Throughout the entire process, there Added Triplett. “These buildings are a in this issue. project moving forward to revitalize the will be opportunities for public input to terrible way to enter the western end of But, speaking on the “City Pulse western entrance of East Lansing’s down- ensure the final project is a win-win for downtown. But that planning processed Newsmakers” TV show, Schertzing said, town.” It does not mandate their sale. everyone,” Trezise wrote. worked. It should give voters confidence “You have to have a vibrant downtown. DTN Management Co. of Lansing Countered Singer: “We’ve been lied to that Council will not approve any proj- That is what the city is trying to do. Is Township has a proposal moving through about this City Center II, now renamed ect where the finances are not there. All there some tension between the populace the planning process to develop the inter- the Park District project, for a decade. those issues should be discussed, will be of East Lansing and its leadership? Yes. I section of Grand River Avenue and Abbot We’ve been promised wonderful things discussed, are being discussed.” think there always has been.”

Belinda Thurston/City Pulse There are Regional trail two county millages on the ballot - one system funding for the Ingham Ingham County seeks tax for county trail Health Plan system maintenance and improvements and another for trails.

By BELINDA THURSTON When you run or ride your bike on a trail you don't follow municipal lines. You meander along a stream or river. You get lost in the vista or the wildlife. And before you know it you could have crossed from East Lansing to Lansing to Delhi Township, all in an afternoon trek. The ride is a chance to appreciate the entire region’s beauty and the connection the trail system provided. Ingham County commissioners want to sustain that system and build upon it with a millage. things like this it’s about regionalism and He wrote that the chamber supports system, one that The county is requesting 0.5 mills “for regionalism is on the ballot Nov. 4 because regional approaches to government ser- will continue to enhance the quality of life the purpose of creating and maintaining” a we’re talking about connecting regional vices. in our region and that is backed by a sensi- system of recreational trails and parks. The trails and a little bit of a millage.” “We suggest that our local elected offi- ble, fair and transparent process,” he wrote. six-year tax would generate about $3.5 mil- He called it a “baby millage.” cials come together and begin the discus- “In the meantime, we urge a NO vote on the lion the first year. “We need just a little bit to grow this,” he sion for developing a true county parks Ingham County Parks millage.” The owner of a home with a $100,000 said. taxable value would pay $50 a year for the The millage would add trails and restore PUBLIC NOTICES trail tax. maintenance and improvement money for NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Supporters say the millage would create parks. funding for a county park system that has The Lansing Regional Chamber of PARK BOARD MEETING suffered from budget cuts. Commerce opposes the parks millage. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing will be held at Foster Community Center located at At the ribbon cutting for the South “If passed, the millage would more than 200 N. Foster Avenue, Room 211, on November 12, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. for the purpose of considering Lansing Pathway earlier this month, Mayor double the Ingham County parks annual goals for the 2015-2020 Parks 5-Year Master Plan. This meeting will focus on receiving public input on the seventh and final goal of the plan Virg Bernero put in a plug for the millage. budget, from $1.4 million to $3.5 million," – DIVERSIFY RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES The South Lansing Pathway will con- wrote chamber President Tim Daman in All interested persons are invited to attend this public hearing or submit written comments to Lansing nect trails in Lansing with trails in Delhi a column for MLive. "It was troubling to Parks and Recreation, 200 N. Foster Avenue, Lansing, Michigan 48912 Township. learn that the County has no approved plan BRETT KASCHINSKE, DIRECTOR, PARKS AND RECREATION – 483-4042 “It’s about all of us working together for to show taxpayers how it would invest funds quality of life,” he said. “If you care about raised by the new parks millage.” CP#14_274 City Pulse • October 29, 2014 www.lansingcitypulse.com 14 LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS ELECTION GUIDE 2014 To help you with deciding how to cast your vote on Tuesday, City Pulse is pleased to provide you with information on selected races from the nonpartisan League of Women Voters.

gham County Commission and what actions running for the Ingham County Commission. cent fight at the Lansing Center. Eaton County INGHAM COUNTY would you take to address them if elected? A: I've been a member of the County Com- was able to respond and supported the City. My first priority is maintaining a balanced mission since 2007 and am seeking my 5th Ingham County could not support a response. COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 2 budget by working with county departments term. I was born and raised in the Lansing 2) Pension and Benefits Liability - The County to determine which services and staff positions area attending Waverly High School, and I've needs to honor the promises made to current Patricia Muscovalley need to be protected and which ones can be lived in the City of Lansing since 1993. I am a employees and look at options to reduce future Republican tweaked so that they are effective, but less cost- partner at Capitol Services, Inc., a multi-client liability. The liability needs to be addressed and Occupation / Current Position: ly. My second priority is the safety of our citi- lobbying firm representing various clients with minimized over time by addressing the matter Computer Programmer zens. As Chair of Law & Courts I work closely a focus on human services and labor. I am within the budget. Campaign Web Site: http://n/a with our judicial system and the Sheriff on pro- married to my wife Cheryl, and am the proud Education: Davenport College of grams that protect our citizens. I am especially father of my son, Troy. I am also blessed with Jim Dravenstaff-Moceri Business, Michigan State University interested in what happens to juveniles when two wonderful grandchildren. I am running for Democrat they enter our court system. My third priority re-election because I enjoy public service and I Occupation / Current Position: is to help spur local economic development by feel that my knowledge of local government is 1. Please provide biographical information Police officer Frankenmuth & maintaining services to attract and retain busi- useful to my constituents. and experience, and explain why you are run- nesses and employees. Q: 2. What are the priority issues facing the Electrical worker BWL ning for the Ingham County Commission. Ingham County Commission and what actions Education: Lansing Community College, Worked as an Information Technology pro- would you take to address them if elected? and Delta College fessional for more than 30 years; graduated Ingham County A: The county is finally seeing light at the from Davenport College of Business and Mich- end of a very long and dark fiscal tunnel. Af- Q: 1. Please provide biographical informa- igan State University. Homeowner and have Commissioner District 5 ter cutting millions from our budget over the tion and experience, and explain why you are lived in the neighborhood for over 20 years. Ac- past 5 years, the tax base has ceased to dimin- running for the Ingham County Commission. tive member of the Ingham County Republican ish. Nonetheless, we need to remain frugal A: Because I feel I can make a difference, Party. Currently, I hold an elective position of Robert Kerr with county dollars to ensure that the "rainy specially with my 3 1/2 years of experience as Precinct Delegate, and have for more than 10 Republican day" fund that has helped get us through the a Ingham County Road Commissioner. With consecutive years. Running for Ingham County Occupation / Current Position: Comput- hard times is replenished and maintained. I am my Law Enforcement background I can help Commission because I firmly believe that the er repair Tech & Balloon pilot excited that the implementation of the Afford- the Sheriff, and give the support needed for his most important government is local govern- Education: Mason High School Capital able Care Act will mean access to health care Department. ment, and that no one else would be more ef- Area Career Center Lansing for thousands of Ingham County residents, and Q: 2. What are the priority issues facing the fective advocate for the residents of this com- Community College (Associates) I am eager to work with our health department Ingham County Commission and what actions munity than myself. and Community Health Centers to make that would you take to address them if elected? 2. What are the priority issues facing the In- 1. Please provide biographical information a reality. A: 1.The 2015 budget will be a issue. 2. We gham County Commission and what actions and experience, and explain why you are run- need to look at Regionalization 3 Our County would you take to address them if elected? ning for the Ingham County Commission. Road are a issue, we have a lot of work to do, There are numerous issues facing Ingham I am a lifelong Ingham county resident (Ma- it will need to repair the damaged roads threw County but three should be addressed as the son, East Lansing, Holt, and Lansing). Over out the County. top priorities. Providing health care services to the last 53 years, I have worked a wide range Ingham County everyone in the county who has need instead of jobs, both Private and public sector, and hav- Ingham County Commissioner District 6 of subjecting people to the hospital emergen- ing been raised in a family business, I have a cy ward as their last resort. County spending unique view of the many aspects of business Commissioner District 14 should be kept within means; Ingham County that need to be considered when making deci- Randy Maiville has the 4th highest millage in the state of Mich- sions that effect the Ingham county job market. Republican Robin Case Naeyaert igan. The county priorities should match the I have served on Many boards over the years, Occupation / Current Position: Republican needs of its residents. Ingham County has $84 including 2 Balloon organizations (Capital Engineer million in unfunded liability for retiree pension Occupation / Current Position: Area Balloon Club and South-East Michigan Education: BS Aerospace Engineering Legislative Aide, and health care cost. That’s unacceptable. Balloon assoc.),, one Union, as treasurer, and as U of M Michigan House of Representatives Co-chair for many years, for Dads and Moms BS Mechanical Engineering U of M Rebecca Bahar-Cook Education: Mason High School PAC of Michigan. Attended LCC Democrat 2. What are the priority issues facing the In- graduate - 1981 gham County Commission and what actions Attended Lansing Community College Occupation / Current Position: Q: 1. Please provide biographical informa- would you take to address them if elected? Vice President tion and experience, and explain why you are Ingham County Commissioners need to re- Q: 1. Please provide biographical informa- Campaign Web Site: http://N/A running for the Ingham County Commission. turn to addressing issues that face the entire tion and experience, and explain why you are Education: B.A. Michigan State A: I am currently an Ingham County Com- county, rather than focusing on certain locali- running for the Ingham County Commission. University 1992 missioner and serve as the incumbent for this ties based either on political leanings, or the A: I'm a Mom to Erica, & "S'mom" to Kevin district. I have also served at the township level willingness to levy additional millages. Recently and Matthew - 21, 23 and 25 respectively; wife in Onondaga Township as a planning commis- 1. Please provide biographical information we have seen the County sherrif's department to Gary. I've worked in the Legislature since the sioner for 14 years, a township board trustee for and experience, and explain why you are run- abandon out-county residents, unless they are late '80's as a Legislative Aide. I’ve been elected 8 years and a township supervisor for 7 years. ning for the Ingham County Commission. willing to ante up new millages exclusively for to Mason's City Council for 13 years; served as I continue to serve my community as a vol- I am running because I want to have input in sherriff's patrols, and now focus more atten- Mayor, and am currently Mayor pro Tem. I've unteer fireman with over 28 years of service. I policy decisions that directly impact the qual- tion on Lansing's urban streets, overlapping lived in Mason a majority of my life and chose am keenly aware of the impact of services the ity of life for those living near and around me. LPD's coverage. We also need to move back to raise and educate our children here in rural county has at the local government level for the I have been a member of the Ingham County toward focusing on essential core services with Ingham County. I'm running for County Com- 4 townships I represent. My experience makes Commission since 2006. In my tenure have the taxpayer's dollars, and fund non-essential missioner to make sure that south-centrall Ing- me the most qualified candidate. I am mar- served on the Human Services, Law & Courts services with what's left. ham County has a voice in county government. and Finance Committees. I am a board mem- ried to Jean, my wife, and we live with our two We need balanced representation in govern- ber for Ingham County Land Bank, Women’s daughters and our niece. ment, and electing a Republican woman would Commission, Capitol Area Michigan Works!, Todd Tennis Q: 2. What are the priority issues facing the Democrat provide that. LEAP, and the Tri-County Office on Aging. I Ingham County Commission and what actions Q: 2. What are the priority issues facing the Occupation / Current Position: Lobbyist am a member of Congregation Shaarey Zedek would you take to address them if elected? Ingham County Commission and what actions where I serve on two committees. I also own Education: Bachelor of Arts, A: 1) Sherriff Department funding and staff would you take to address them if elected? my own business, Capitol Fundraising Associ- University of Michigan - The cuts made from 2008 on during the re- A: I believe the County budget is in need of ates. I am married and have two children ages cession impacted the county to the point where a fresh pair of eyes. We cannot tax our way to 11 and 13. Q: 1. Please provide biographical informa- they frequently are unable to respond to re- 2. What are the priority issues facing the In- tion and experience, and explain why you are quests for service in the county such as the re- See Election Guide, Page 15 15 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • October 29, 2014

Michigan State University, Thomas Education: 1993 Associate's General, Did Not Respond in Time for Inclusion Election Guide Cooley Law School Lansing Community College Lansing Community College Kevin Colman O’Malley Q: 1. What special qualification do you bring from page 14 Did Not Respond in Time for Inclusion Q: 1. What special qualification do you bring to the Lansing Community College Board? to the Lansing Community College Board? A: I am a graduate of the college and bring a prosperity;new proposed millages that don’t ef- James M. Wahl A: I have a law degree and I am a practic- unique perspective to the board. I have served fect the out-county are of great concern to me. Occupation / Current Position: Retired ing lawyer for almost 24 years. I have a college on the Board previously, during which time Coverage to all the boundaries of the County by from Ingham County Circuit Court, education and four children in college in one I consistently focused on making the cost of the Sheriff’s Dept is critical. I look forward to Family Division phase or another. I am currently attending an education at LCC affordable. I understand healthy exchange with other members of the LCC and have attended LLC in the past. I am what it's like to balance the check book every Campaign Web Site: http://James M. Commission, and I want to work for the good a believer in higher education. week and have to make the tough choices be- Wahl for LCC Board of Trustee of the ENTIRE county; not just the most popu- Q: 2. What is your vision for Lansing Com- tween paying an electric bill or purchasing Education: Associate Degrees LCC B.A. lous areas. Finally, I don't believe any body of munity College? What do you see as the role necessary medications or grocery. Many of the Criminal Justice, M.S.U M.A. Government should have a monopoly of one of the community college? What are your pri- students at LCC are similarly economically party or another. Eleven of 14 Commissioners Management, Aquinas College orities? situated, and I think that I will bring a clear are Democrats. A Republican Commissioner in A: LCC's primary function is dynamic. It voice for those students to the board. the 14th District is crucial! Q: 1. What special qualification do you bring must provide a strong academic education Q: 2. What is your vision for Lansing Com- to the Lansing Community College Board? for those who choose to attend LCC either munity College? What do you see as the role A: I started my college career at LCC at the Dallas H. Henney prior to moving on to a four year institution of the community college? What are your pri- age 17. Taking classes at LCC prepared me well Democrat or while attending a four year institution. It orities? to complete my bachelor’s degree in Criminal Occupation / Current Position: Farmer, must provide a strong and current education A: LCC has done a great job of revamping Justice at Michigan State University. I be- Township Official for those who desire to obtain a vocational the campus. But it has also, at the same time, came employed at the 30th Judicial Circuit Education: Northwest High School skill or certificate. And it must provide and begun a shift away from it's traditional role Court as a Juvenile Court Officer. I supervised service those who are committed to life long, in being a leader in technology and technical delinquent and troubled youth in addition Q: 1. Please provide biographical informa- or continuing, education. education. We have moved a bit too much to- to working with parents and children in the tion and experience, and explain why you are wards academic focus, leaving many students neglect and abuse division. After 19 years in running for the Ingham County Commission. without access to the job training programs these roles, I was promoted to a referee posi- A: I am a frist generation farmer, I started Judith K. Berry that work. It's important not everyone wants tion, (similar to a magistrate). After compet- farming in 1979. As a farmer and small busi- Occupation / Current Position: to or needs to go on to a four year institution ing my Master's of Management degree, I was ness person I have learned how to make good Education to find economic success or a career. I will fo- hired to become an adjunct professor at LCC decisions as it relates to managing money and Campaign Web Site: http://www. cus on the budget and a need to make the col- for three years. I volunteer in the community. solving problems. I also have had most of 18 linkedin.com/pub/judith-berry- lege financially stable, while still providing top Q: 2. What is your vision for Lansing Com- years on the Leslie Township board and feel phd/64/170/678/ quality education at a low cost. munity College? What do you see as the role that time serving gives me a lot of experience Education: PhD, Education, of the community college? What are your pri- and history as it relates to issues that effect the specialization in Community College Steve Hicks orities? 14th district. I want to be a voice representing Leadership, MA, Educational Occupation / Current Position: A: My vision is for LCC to continue with my three prong philosophy as follows: 1. Ensur- the out county in the Democratic controlled In- Administration-K12 Investment Advisor/Lawyer/CPA gham county board. I feel that I can be effective Education: JD, DePaul University MBA, ing accessibility and retention of students. 2. in bringing the needs of the 14th district to the Promoting the opportunity for students to Q: 1. What special qualification do you bring UMass Amherst MS, American College board with the current political structure that obtain a high quality classroom experience by to the Lansing Community College Board? BA, MSU Cert. Accg. UC Berkeley Ex is in place. continuing technological advancement and A: Background in K-12, community college, Q: 2. What are the priority issues facing the faculty support. 3.. Advancing the account- and state department of education as a faculty Q: 1. What special qualification do you bring Ingham County Commission and what actions ability of the college to manage resources in member, adult education coordinator, state to the Lansing Community College Board? would you take to address them if elected? an effective and efficient manner. My role as consultant, academic dean, business, media, A: I know the classroom from both per- A: One of my issues that I will be working a Trustee is to scrutinize the annual budget and information technologies dean, associate spectives - student and teacher. In addition on would be increasing funding for road pa- and other proposals of LCC's President, and vice president of strategic initiatives, assistant to a substantial background in higher edu- trols from the sheriff's office. Public safety is to safeguard the long term interests of the stu- chancellor of instructional support and edu- cation (approx. 360 semester credits), I am something that we can not just take for granted dents, faculty and the institution. cational accountability. Served on local, state, an adjunct professor (instructor) at LCC in and I feel that there needs to be more resourc- and national association boards. Co-created accounting, finance, and business law. I also es to increase the level of road patrol in the The Turning Point of Lansing, which serves have significant experience in online educa- See Election Guide, Page 16 out county. I would also be working on some at-risk males, co-created The Early College@ tion as well as hybrid learning - online and health department issues that are effecting LCC, implemented apprenticeship program traditional classroom combined. Beyond aca- the out county. I would work to have a better for IT students utilizing NSF Grant. Resident demia, I am co-CEO of Siena Captial Man- working relations between the townships and of East Lansing area for 35 years. agement (Siena Wealth Advisors), a fee-only, the county on things like the roads as there is JANICE M. COBBS, LMSW Q: 2. What is your vision for Lansing Com- fiduciary, nationally recognized investment a huge problem developing as it relates to our munity College? What do you see as the role advisory firm. I am also a principal of Siena local and primary roads. PSYCHOTHERAPIST of the community college? What are your pri- Accounting, CPA, PLLC, a company formed orities? by merger of 3 firms. Do you worry Lansing Community A: To provide world-class academic and Q: 2. What is your vision for Lansing Com- about every- career and technical education programs for munity College? What do you see as the role thing? Do you College Trustees stakeholders through an open-access admis- of the community college? What are your pri- feel sad or sion process that supports the diverse learn- orities? irritable most ing needs of all individuals for the purpose of A: My vision for LCC is to be a hub for edu- Lansing Community College is directed and preparing them to earn living wages through cation, culture, and the arts for the Greater of the time? governed by a Board of Trustees, consisting of related employment and higher education Lansing community. A community college Therapy seven members, elected at large in the com- opportunities. I have three priorities (a) Jobs- that truly is an asset to the community, re- munity college district on a nonpartisan basis. can help! prepare students for 21st century workforce sponsive to its needs, and meets its mission development opportunities, (b) Student Suc- of providing accessible quality education at a Non Partisan 25 Years of Experience cess-improve academic achievement of at-risk cost effective price. Priorities for LCC include, Six Year Term of Office Expiring 12/31/2020 students and on the other end of the spec- but are not limited to, focusing on programs Asperger's Older Adults Candidates: Choose 2 trum, propel advanced students to greater that are job-ready (historically, trade school) heights, and (c) Build Community and Busi- or transferable without loss of credit to a tra- Chronic Illness Anxiety Depression Andrew Patrick Abood ness Partnerships. ditional four-year university. Borderline Personality Disorder Occupation / Current Position: Todd A. Heywood Attorney Occupation / Current Position: Angela L. Mathews 517-643-1975 Campaign Web Site: Journalist Did Not Respond in Time for Inclusion http://www.aboodlaw.com Campaign Web Site: Old Town Medical Arts Building Education: JW Sexton High School, http://toddheywood.com Kris T. Nicholoff 1106 N Cedar Street, Lansing City Pulse • October 29, 2014 www.lansingcitypulse.com 16

to run for school board? What qualifications or of Education for all residents from all neighborhoods and by Election Guide experience do you bring to this office? Campaign Web Site: http://www. inviting public input and feedback in a variety A: I raised five children in East Lansing, facebook.com/#!/pages/Kyle- of ways. I would use my knowledge and experi- four of them refugee foster children. While ence in the field of early childhood to expand from page 15 Guerrant-for-East-Lansing-School- East Lansing is known for its academic excel- Board/345178045645751 access to high quality preschool programs for lence, we do not do well for all of our students. our youngest learners as this directly impacts I have experienced low expectations for some Education: Masters in Socal Work, future success in school. of my children within the district, which makes University of Michigan; BA in Psychology East Lansing Board my commitment to improving the district sig- (Child Dev.) Long Island University Nell Kuhnmuench of Education nificant and personal. My diverse experiences Occupation / Current Position: State with a variety of learners are unique. I bring Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you Lobbyist, Current member EL School to run for school board? What qualifications or management, budget, and administrative lead- Board The East Lansing Board of Education is ership experience from twenty years of service experience do you bring to this office? Campaign Web Site: http:// responsible for setting educational, fiscal and within the Michigan Department of Commu- A: As a East Lansing Public Schools (ELPS) administrative policies of the school district. It nity Health, as well as my passion and commit- alum, I am eager to serve as a ELPS board NellForELSchools.com hires the superintendent, negotiate staff con- ment to closing the achievement gap for all. member, working to foster high quality edu- Education: BA in Bus Ad - MSU, tracts, and set the budget. The board has seven Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- cational opportunities for all students. I have JD - Thos. M Cooley Law School members who are elected at large to serve four sues and how would you deal with them? worked, coached, & volunteered in the district, year, overlapping terms. A: Limited financial resources, the achieve- and currently have 3 children attending ELPS Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you ment gap, and the district climate are three key schools. I have significant statewide experience to run for school board? What qualifications or Non Partisan issues. Determining the wisest and most cost- working on educational issues ranging from experience do you bring to this office? 4 Year term expiring 12/31/2020 effective way to utilize dwindling resources and school finance, student health & safety, to cur- A: The past five years on the Board have been Candidates: Choose 4 maintain district excellence is a key challenge. riculum and school reform. I am committed to contentious, creating rifts in our community. Implementing multi-tiered systems of support moving the district and community forward, There has been a lack of transparency with the Joe Borgstrom is crucial to addressing the achievement gap. continuing the districts rich history of success- community. We need to heal our community Occupation / Current Position: A divided community must come together to fully preparing students to be college and ca- and focus our energies on the needs of each of Downtown and Community Services move forward in an inclusive manner which reer ready. our individual students. My experience serving Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- on the school board the past five years, and my Director, Michigan State Housing honors diversity, respect for one another, and sues and how would you deal with them? commitment to providing a fair opportunity to Development Authority in a climate which supports K-12 excellence for all. The school board must lead by demonstrat- A: 1. Closing the Achievement Gap - I would all learners to develop their unique abilities in Campaign Web Site: ing respect, civil discourse, transparency, and advocate to expand differentiated instruction a fair atmosphere, my ability to listen and work http://www.jb4elps.com fiscal responsibility. and curriculum opportunities to nurture aca- with others, my analytical skills and my com- Education: BBA, demic growth for all ELPS students. Whether mitment to greater openness in both discus- University of Michigan-Flint a student is a high achiever, or struggling to sions and decision-making are what I bring to David Gott grasp specific content, our educational offer- this position. Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you Occupation / Current Position: Educator ings must meet students where they are, and Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- to run for school board? What qualifications or Campaign Web Site: challenge them to grow. 2. Increasing qual- sues and how would you deal with them? experience do you bring to this office? http://www.facebook.com/gott4board ity early childhood opportunities for families A: Learning - Our students deserve the op- A: The East Lansing community has been Education: Bachelors of Music through partnerships and pursuing additional portunity to learn in a safe, welcoming environ- divided following the controversial closing of Education, Post Graduate Work in resources. 3. Creatively expanding opportuni- ment where they will not be judged on the attri- Red Cedar Elementary. The communication Music Education from ties such as STEM education & CTE offerings butes they bring to the classroom, where each around the closing, subsequent redistricting Central Michigan University is vital to attract families to ELPS, making East will receive the encouragement and support and bond issue, was frustrating as a parent. In Lansing a great place to live and work. to develop their assets and reach their poten- tial, where critical thinking, creativity, inquiry my background volunteering as a board mem- Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you and discovery will be celebrated. Community ber with Eastminster Child Development Cen- to run for school board? What qualifications or Karen Hoene – Decision-making must be open. Grand Riv- ter, we faced a similar situation that we were experience do you bring to this office? Occupation / Current Position: Early On er should be a bridge to MSU and we should able to work together as a board to make tough A: I am a parent of a 6th Grader and 5th engage with all the resources it has to offer. decisions, invest in staff and the facility. My day Grader in the East Lansing Public Schools. In Service Coordinator, Ingham Finances – we must use our limited resources job has provided me with a wealth of experi- a time where school funding is limited, I want Intermediate School District in a manner that best serves the needs of our ence working with programmatic and real es- insure that my kids have a great education and Campaign Web Site: http://www.face- students and the whole community tate finance that would be an asset to the board have plentiful opportunities to help them be book.com/karenhoeneforschoolboard as the district faces issues in the future. well-rounded people. I have been an observer Education: BA English University of Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- of the Board for many years and see many issue Michigan MS Community Services MSU Kate Powers sues and how would you deal with them? that are dividing the Board (closing an elemen- A: First, the district needs to move forward Occupation / Current Position: tary, negotiations with their staff). I have been Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you now that a number of families have been dr- Nonprofit Fundraiser an educational leader locally and state wide for to run for school board? What qualifications or amitcally affected from the redistrciting. Re- Campaign Web Site: http:// over 17 years with a broad range of leadership experience do you bring to this office? visiting, or worse yet, reversing that decision powersforelps.com roles. I believe that my diverse experience in A: My decision to run for school board was would cause far more harm than good. Second, education can help move the ELPS forward to- prompted by my frustration with the current Education: Bachelor of Arts, Social communication and transparency from the ward excellence again. school board's lack of transparency and ac- Relations, Michigan State University board needs to be improved. As a board mem- Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- countability to East Lansing residents. As an Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you ber, I would push for more public input on the sues and how would you deal with them? Early On Service Coordinator with the Ingham to run for school board? What qualifications or district's budget and for a community-wide A: 1. The Board and community are divided Intermediate School District, I bring years of experience do you bring to this office? strategic plan, getting input from residents and 2. Administration is in transition. 3.Targets in experience working with families and com- A: I want to ensure the continued success of families who are a part of the district. Lastly, a education are moving constantly I am a person munities. I hold a BA from U of M and an MS the East Lansing Public Schools and to help all spirit of pride needs to be restored in East Lan- that brings people together, as I listen and work from MSU in Community Services. I served students succeed, especially those considered sing. We should be celebrating the successful with a wide-range of parents and community on the ELPS K -8 Facilities Committee, I was at risk due to conditions out of their control. alumni of East Lansing schools. members each day. I believe we can advance a volunteer in my children's schools and I am a As a parent of a student at one of the most Yasmina Bouraoui our communication and become more re- member of my neighborhood board, I grew up challenged Elementary Schools in the ELPS sponsive as a Board to the EL Community and in East Lansing and have raised three children District, I have seen, firsthand, the necessity to Occupation / Current Position: Deputy assist all students at all levels. Additionally, I Director, Michigan Developmental Dis- smooth the transition. With my educational here and care deeply about this community. experience and leadership roles I believe that I am long time East Lansing community volun- abilities Council Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- am in tune with the rapid change occurring in sues and how would you deal with them? teer who has dedicated my professional life to Campaign Web Site: http://www.face- education. I believe that I can effectively com- A: I would begin to address our growing nonprofit management. I am a past president book.com/yasmina4elschoolboard municate and help guide the board's focus to- achievement gap by reviewing the efficacy and of the Junior League of Lansing, a nonprofit, Education: BA, Michigan State Univer- ward ALL children. equity of our current zero tolerance disciplin- volunteer lead training organization, which as- sity; MPH, Dr.PH(candidate), Public ary policy and considering a shift to a restor- sists at risk families. Health Policy, University of Michigan Kyle Guerrant ative justice approach. I would deal with the Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- sues and how would you deal with them? Occupation / Current Position: Deputy lack of accountability and transparency on the Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you Superintendent, Michigan Department board by committing myself to being a voice See Election Guide, Page 17 17 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • October 29, 2014

Occupation / Current Position: Retired Haslett High as #62 on Newsweek’s 2014 list of will be addressed by the administrative team. Election Guide public school teacher/Part time private top schools in the nation! Measuring student achievement needs to be an school teacher Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- honest assessment, but it should be balanced sues and how would you deal with them? against time lost for learning in the classroom. from page 16 Education: B. S. Michigan State University Biology/Education 1982 A: 1.Continue to be fiscally responsible- bal- The qualitative measure of the art and inspi- ance budget every year, make tough decisions ration of teaching should be balanced against A: -Being able to meet students varying edu- B.S. Western Michigan 1993 Chemistry necessary based on the principle of doing what pure quantitative measure of academic out- cational needs. Encourage the closure of the is best for kids, collaborate with other districts comes. Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you achievement gap by continuing to seek inno- & organizations to be as efficient as possible. to run for school board? What qualifications or vative and creative program so that the lower 2.Ensure achievement for all students- provide experience do you bring to this office? Heather Stuht Meingast achieving students have the chance to be el- appropriate interventions while also offering A: I have no special concerns other than I Occupation / Current Position: Assistant evated without sacrificing the achievement of opportunities for highest achieving students & feel that having over 27 years of educational Attorney General the highest achieving students. -Creating and everything in between. Academic success for all experience allows me to offer a great deal of ex- Campaign Web Site: http://www. strengthening relationships with community Haslett students. 3.Appropriate use of technol- pertise to use when making financial and policy partners, to enhance the existing reputation of ogy- must enhance learning, reach kids with facebook.com/Heather4Haslett decision. the district. I hope to achieve this by bolstering language they speak, do so in a cost effective Education: Michigan State University, Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- the relationships with MSU and the City. -Com- way we can sustain, make sure we have policies B.A., Journalism, Michigan State sues and how would you deal with them? munication enhancement across the district, to that support this. University College of Law, J.D. parents & other stakeholders, by strengthening A: 1) Lack of funding is our greatest issue. I would address this issue by making sure that current methods recently initiated. Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you our funding decisions are based on what things Karen East Jeffrey C. Wray to run for school board? What qualifications or are of the greatest help to the largest number of Occupation / Current Position: Research Occupation / Current Position: experience do you bring to this office? students. 2) Government mandates. Make sure Division Director (retired) A: I am running because I want to have a Professor & Filmmaker that we do everything we can to work within Campaign Web Site: http://none direct impact on my children’s education and Campaign Web Site: http://jeffeycwrayel- the state mandates without losing our commu- Education: Bachelor of Science - Cellular the community. Board decisions regarding the schoolboard.blogspot.com/ nities individual identity. We must determine & Molecular Biology; Master of Public school district’s finances and administration Education: Hiram College, Hiram Ohio what is best for our Haslett students and fami- Health - Toxicology are critical to the success of Haslett schools. Ohio University, Athens Ohio lies and set up our curriculum accordingly. 3) Continued good decision-making is crucial. Student and teacher evaluations. Make sure Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you As an attorney for the State, I have learned to Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you that we recognize that students and teachers to run for school board? What qualifications or think critically, and to make independent deci- to run for school board? What qualifications or are more than just numbers and that our meth- experience do you bring to this office? sions based on all of the facts. I am hard-work- experience do you bring to this office? ods of evaluation reflect this fact. A: A school board must keep its focus on an ing and do not take commitments lightly. And A: My number one issue is educational eq- objective analysis of the challenges it faces and my current role serving on a board has taught uity. All students in East Lansing Schools Molly Polverento work to position the district it serves for suc- me to value differing views. If elected, I will should be afforded equal educational opportu- Did Not Respond in Time for Inclusion cess today and in the future. Our schools face make decisions that best advance the needs of nities. Maintaining high education standards financial challenges and new student achieve- the district as a whole. and building upon those standards is very Cami L. Rapson ment and teacher performance standards. My Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- important. Community values & school dis- professional life has been devoted to objective sues and how would you deal with them? trict/school board values must operate hand Did Not Respond in Time for Inclusion analyses of all sides of an issue to make it clear A: Haslett Public Schools are well-adminis- in hand. Public schools are a public trust. Have what the outcomes of different decisions will tered financially and the district, for the most lived in East Lansing over 15 years. Three chil- Cammy Wheeler be. I am not distracted by preconceived notions part, operates within its means. The reality is dren are all graduates of East Lansing schools. Did Not Respond in Time for Inclusion or agendas. A school board must focus on en- that many of the things the district could do Have been involved in the schools and an ac- suring the success of students and teachers by better cost money. Improving access to tech- tive parent. I have civic, social and cultural con- remaining open to all possibilities. nology for all teachers and students would be cerns that our schools serve our children and Haslett Board of Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- beneficial. Even more so would be decreasing the community in best ways possible. sues and how would you deal with them? class sizes, particularly at the elementary level, Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- Education 6 Year Term A: Meeting new curriculum standards, and ensuring sufficient staff for interventions sues and how would you deal with them? Non-Partisan measuring student achievement, and evaluat- and small-group support. Changes such as A: Being student centered. Every decision 6 Year term expiring 12/31/2020 ing teacher performance are three of the most these should be considered when the budget made by the board, every question that is asked Candidates: Choose 2 challenging issues schools will face in the com- allows. The district should also consider pursu- of a school board, must begin with the consid- ing years. The school board should provide eration of what is best for all of the students. transparent oversight of how these challenges See Election Guide, Page 18 Not a majority, but all students. We have to Christine Coady work to get the sometimes competing concepts Occupation / Current Position: Current of fiscal responsibility and continued invest- member of the Haslett School Board, ment in our schools correct. We must exam- Presenter for the MI’s Attorney General’s ine the economics of our district closely while OK2SAY student safety initiative, ESL continually investing in the future our students tutor, and homeless shelter and district. Our community has been bruised volunteer & fractured by recent school district disagree- ments and decisions. Consensus over slim ma- Campaign Web Site: http://www.face- jorities must be the goal. book.com/ReelectChristineCoady Education: B.A. Economics, Whitman College; Level 2 Certification, Michigan Haslett Board of Education Association of School Boards

4 Year Term Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you 37 to run for school board? What qualifications or The Haslett Board of Education is respon- experience do you bring to this office? sible for setting educational, fiscal and admin- A: I have been on the School Board since istrative policies of the school district. It hires 2005 & am seeking reelection to ensure we con- the superintendent, negotiate staff contracts, tinue to provide an excellent education for all and set the budget. The board has seven mem- children in Haslett. In addition to experience, I bers who are elected at large to serve overlap- bring many strengths: strategic thinking, abil- ping terms. ity to help people work together productively, Non Partisan am an engaged learner, an open-minded in- 4 Year term expiring 12/31/2020 dividual, & an effective communicator. I have Candidates: Choose 2 an excellent working relationship & familiarity with the HPS leadership & staff & understand the responsibilities of & limits to school board Dan Kohler work. Let’s continue the success that ranked City Pulse • October 29, 2014 www.lansingcitypulse.com 18

children. Seeing that the problems stem from to run for school board? What qualifications or Bachelors of Science, Agricultural and an organizational attitude I want to do the experience do you bring to this office? Natural Resources. Election Guide most I can to make the District a better place A: As a father, I know the Lansing School for our children. I have been active in PTO's District plays a critical role in preparing stu- Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you from page 17 since 2005. I am past President of Willow dents for college and the workplace, and I will to run for school board? What qualifications or School PTO and managed the LFE program. fight every day to ensure every local child gets experience do you bring to this office? ing alternative sources of funding for smaller During my tenure, the PTO purchased a new a quality education. They deserve nothing less. A: I grew up in South Lansing and went all projects, such as grants. playground for Willow. I was Treasurer for I've dedicated my career to serving others, the way through the Lansing Public School STEM Academy PTO and helped grow funds working as an advocate for Michigan families. System, graduating from Everett High School. there from $0 to nearly $1,000. I'm a current I've worked directly with educators and parents I know firsthand the wealth of opportunities Lansing Board of Education member of the Sexton PTO. I also served as to promote the value of public education and public education can offer students. It saddens Secretary of PCAC from 2008 to 2010;I still at- push for positive change on behalf of Michi- me when I hear parents today say they're not The Lansing Board of Education is respon- tend PCAC. gan kids. I also founded and chaired Friends of sending their children through the Lansing sible for setting educational, fiscal and admin- Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- Lansing Schools, leading the successful millage School District. Strengthening our educational istrative policies of the school district. It hires sues and how would you deal with them? renewal campaign to secure $18 million per system is not only key for each child's future, the superintendent, negotiate staff contracts, A: 1. The pervasive culture of violence - year for Lansing students. but vital for the success of the Lansing Public and set the budget. The board has nine mem- There needs to be an across the board educa- Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- Schools. My experience on boards and working bers who are elected at large to serve six year, tional training about what violence is and how sues and how would you deal with them? with Neighborhood Watch Associations has overlapping terms. it is propagated for all of the stakeholders in our A: The status quo isn't working, and it's time shown me the importance of true collaboration community. 2. We need facilities and teachers for change. Local kids deserve to get the best and how it can produce positive results. Non Partisan ready for the 21st century. Using 1890 teaching education possible, right here in Lansing. I'm Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- 6 Year term expiring 12/31/2020 methods is setting our children up to fail in life. endorsed by our most trusted community lead- sues and how would you deal with them? Candidates: Choose 3 Teachers who refuse to integrate technology ers because I will work hard to: A: Keep students safe traveling to and from into their programs are retarding the educa- 1. Take on politicians and fight to give Lan- school and provide a safe environment for Bryan Beverly tional advancement of our children. 3. We need sing kids the proper resources they need to suc- them to learn in. Retain and grow support for Occupation / Current Position: more honesty in the District. Greater transpar- ceed in college and the workplace; the "School Watch" program so students are ency would help. Less trying to baffle parents 2. Work to increase accountability for every- Research Assistant, MSU provided with proper direction. Decreasing with big words would help more. one involved with Lansing schools, including graduation dropout rates. Establish a clear pic- Campaign Web Site: administrators, politicians, school employees http://www.bryanbeverly.com ture as to why students drop out of school and Guillermo Z. Lopez and parents; and implement programs to counteract the tenden- Education: BA- Sociology, Olivet Occupation / Current Position: Retired 3. Watch over our tax dollars to ensure lo- cies. Provide classes where students can learn College; MA- Higher, Education Admin, Campaign Web Site: cal taxpayers are getting the greatest return on skilled trades to keep students engaged and MSU; Phd- Educational Policy, their investment in Lansing's future. http://www.citizensfor glopez.com tuned in to school. Give kids a quality start to MSU-2016 Education: Attended U.T. At Pan Ameri- their education. Focus on early education pro- Shirley M. Rodgers can, Saginaw Valle State College, and grams and identify learning difficulties early on Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you Occupation / Current Position: in their school career. Lansing Community College to run for school board? What qualifications or RETIRED experience do you bring to this office? Education: BA - HUMANITIES Randy A. Watkins A: As a product of the Lansing School Dis- Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you to run for school board? What qualifications or MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY Occupation / Current Position: trict, I take pride in the quality of education I Associate Professor of Social Science received and am passionate about providing experience do you bring to this office? Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you similar treasured experiences to students in to- A: As an incumbent, I want to continue the Lansing Community College to run for school board? What qualifications or day's urban schools. I am an Educational Policy work of the school board as it relates to the five Campaign Web Site: experience do you bring to this office? PhD student at MSU and also a Graduate As- year plan just adopted. Having said that, the http://watkinsforeducation.org A: I AM RUNNING FOR A SECOND sistant with the College of Education's Office reason I ran for election in the first place was to Education: Bachelors in Social Work and TERM TO CONTINUE THE PROGRESS of K-12 Outreach - where my work is centered insure that all students received the best educa- Master of Public Adminstration, Western BEING MADE UNDER OUR NEW LEAD- on school turnaround efforts and instructional tion possible. Among others, I was concerned ERSHIP. THE MAJOR ISSUE IS ACADEM- Michigan University leadership. Yet, it is my daughter's impending that many of our students were not making the IC EXCELLENCE TO PREPARE STUDENTS fall enrollment in the Lansing School District grade, parental involvement was lacking and in FOR THE FUTURE. AS A DISTRICT RE- Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you that is the key motivator for my desire to be- general felt that the schools were not welcom- TIREE, I CONTRIBUTE KNOWLEDGE, to run for school board? What qualifications or come even more engaged. ing to parents, in particular at the secondary MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE AND PAS- experience do you bring to this office? Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- schools. In addition, I was concerned that that SION FOR THE DISTRICT'S STUDENTS. A: I was concerned about the lack of parent sues and how would you deal with them? parents who did not speak English were not be- Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- involvement and the disconnection between A: Student Achievement: The district has ing served as they should. sues and how would you deal with them? parents and the school board. My social work made steps toward improvement but are in Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- A: 1. STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT - IM- degree trained me to be an active listener and need of support for a district-wide program sues and how would you deal with them? PROVE CLASSROOM ASSETS, PROGRAM- my public administration degree taught me and curriculum alignment. Declining enroll- A: In keeping with the five year plan recently ING AND TEACHER EXCELLENCE 2. how to analyze systems and recommend im- ment: I support a redesign of the district's adopted by the board, my three challenges and FINANCES - AS THE CURRENT BOARD provements. I am also concerned about stu- marketing strategies that focuses on the posi- opportunities are: Student Achievement: I will TREASURER, WE HAVE PRESENTED dent retention. Too many parents are removing tives- programs, alumni, success stories- in the work to insure that proficiency and on time BUDGETS THE LAST TWO YEARS THAT their children from Lansing schools after they district in order to encourage families to enroll graduation rates are improved by identifying HAD MINIMAL IMPACT ON THE CLASS- finish their elementary education. We need to and students to want to stay. Lack of long-term and implementing models and partnerships ROOM, YET REMAINED BALANCED explore why and make the necessary adjust- planning: The Board of Education has decided that will increase students' involvement in ca- WITH A MODEST FUND BALANCE. WE ments to retain these children. to push tough choices down the road. I hope to reer preparation, be it in the technical, profes- NEED TO CONTINUE MANAGING RE- Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- be a part of a collaborative process that renders sional or academic fields. School Climate and SOURCES AGGRESSIVELY AND FIND sues and how would you deal with them? solutions to the district's challenges and is re- Culture: I will work to implement programs A: First is lack of parent involvement. I and procedures that will significantly reduce WAYS TO INCREASE REVENUE. 3. FACILI- flective of our entire community. TIES - CONTINUE TO IDENTIFY WAYS TO would do my best to inform parents of all board behavior referrals and out of school suspen- meetings, attend as many parent/teacher meet- sions. Budget: Continue to advocate for the use UPGRADE THE PHYSICAL FOOTPRINT OF BUILDINGS AND IMPROVE THE IN- ings as possible and visit each school. Second, S. Joy Gleason of local vendors and suppliers. teachers need to know that they are valued and Occupation / Current Position: TERNAL STRUCTURE TO TAKE ADVAN- TAGE OF TECHNOLOGY. what they do is important. I would consistently Education: Spring Arbor University Thomas Patrick Morgan communicate that and attend schools to listen - Bachelor Candidate LCC 2 Associates - Occupation / Current Position: Educa- to their concerns. Third, we need to change tion communications professional Business Admin & Finance Julee Rodocker the perception that Lansing schools are fail- Campaign Web Site: http://vote Occupation / Current Position: ing. We need to do more to stress the success of Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you thomasmorgan.com students in Lansing schools by promoting our Electric Materials Buyer to run for school board? What qualifications or Education: Bachelor of arts with honor, achievements. Campaign Web Site: experience do you bring to this office? Michigan State University A: As an active parent in the LSD, I became http://[email protected] aware of several issues that negatively affect our Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you Education: Michigan State University, See Election Guide, Page 19 19 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • October 29, 2014

professionals and skilled trades. The chal- Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you Election Guide Vincent Lyon-Callo lenge is to create a mechanism whereby these to run for school board? What qualifications Occupation / Current Position: Professor resources are integrated into the educational or experience do you bring to this office? process as mentors who then experience first from page 18 of Anthropology (WMU) A: We moved to Williamston for the educa- Education: PhD in Anthropology hand the benefits of their efforts. These (their) tion that our two children (currently in 1st & kids becoming productive adults through ex- (Umass), MS in Labor Studies (Umass), amples; leadership by educators, professionals 4th grades) would receive and as someone Okemos Board of Education BA in Economics (Uconn) and skilled trades. that has worked in both higher education and public K-12 education, I want to give The Okemos Board of Education is respon- Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you back to our schools and work to continue sible for setting educational, fiscal and admin- to run for school board? What qualifications or Williamston Board of to improve the education and environment istrative policies of the school district. It hires experience do you bring to this office? within our schools for all students. I have the superintendent, negotiate staff contracts, A: I care deeply about the potential for pub- Education - Six Year Term worked in K-12 and higher education and and set the budget. The board has seven mem- lic education to strengthen democracy. I have come from an education family. My doctor- bers who are elected at large to server, overlap- served one partial term on the Okemos School The Williamston Board of Education is re- ping terms. Board, have two children in our schools, and sponsible for setting educational, fiscal and ate is in Educational Leadership and I have am an educator myself. Our school system has administrative policies of the school district. It immersed myself over the years in education Non Partisan been known for excellence yet we continue to hires the superintendent, negotiate staff con- policy and best practices. I am passionate 4 Year term expiring 12/31/2018 strive for improvement with several emerg- tracts, and set the budget. The board has seven about learning and helping kids find success Candidates: Choose 3 ing practices (including new student per- members who are elected at large to server, no matter what their goals! sonal learning devices, approaches to student overlapping terms. Q: 2. What are the three most challenging Dean Bolton achievement, student discipline, more collab- Non Partisan issues and how would you deal with them? Occupation / Current Position: orative teaching practices, and school security). 6 Year term expiring 12/31/2020 A: As a board member I must be a member Campaign Web Site: I would like to be part of promoting and criti- Candidates: Choose 3 of a cohesive team that will address many cally evaluating such efforts to help all students http://Coming Soon issues such as: 1) Budgetary Concerns - En- thrive in a global environment. Nancy Deal Education: Bachelor of Speech, rollment has changed and as a board we Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- Occupation / Current Position: Special Northwestern University must be adept to address these changes and sues and how would you deal with them? Education Teacher understand we must enact policy to keep our A: The challenge continues to be Education: I attended Michigan State Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you schools inviting, safe and ones that provide financial. How do we provide excellence when University receiving degrees in Special to run for school board? What qualifications or the state legislature continues to inadequately quality learning. 2) Continual Quality Im- Education and Child Development. experience do you bring to this office? fund public schools? Another is how to pro- provement - We must support our person- A: I want to ensure that all Okemos students vide a well-rounded education for all when the nel to continue to address learning goals receive the best education possible. I want to goal of education is increasingly represented Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you build on our tradition of excellence in prepar- to run for school board? What qualifications or and challenge students to strive higher and as simply job training for STEM careers while learn more, supporting those who need it ing our children for success and to continue to schools, students, and teachers are measured experience do you bring to this office? and pushing others too. 3) Communication - meet the high expectations of our community. on the basis of standardized testing. We also A: As a parent of two Williamston students, My district-wide experience includes: Okemos must continue to address disparities in oppor- I understand the importance of giving our chil- We must make sure that board decisions are Education Foundation Chair (6 years); Okemos tunity and achievements among students. To dren access to a quality education. As a mem- transparent and open so all can understas Citizens Millage Committee 2007 Technol- acknowledge issues and develop strategies to- ber of several educational committees I also Tyrone D. Sanders Jr. ogy/Transportation Bond Steering Committee, gether to begin addressing them with transpar- understand what it takes to get there. I want to Occupation / Current Position: Attorney 2011 Building/Site Sinking Fund Millage Co- ency and collaboration are key. share my knowledge of education by becoming & Governmental Affairs Consultant Chair, 2013 Technology/Security/Transporta- Samer F. Naser a board member. I’ve been working in educa- Campaign Web Site: http://www.face- tion Bond Co-Chair; Chippewa Parent Group tion for over 20 years, many of those years in Did Not Respond in Time for Inclusion book.com/sanders4williamstonschools. President; Central Elementary PTO Vice Presi- this district. I have extensive knowledge of Fed- dent; Okemos Parent Council Representative. eral, State, and Local academic requirements. com Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- Robert Tucker I’ve served on many educational committees Education: J.D., Thomas M. Cooley Law sues and how would you deal with them? Occupation / Current Position: Jackson ranging from leadership development, imple- School B.A., Telecommunications, Michi- A: The impact of unstable K-12 state fund- National Life Ins., VP Regional Informa- mentation of behavior and academic strategies gan State University ing on the district’s budget, improving aca- tion Technology and National Business and interpretation of the laws. demic growth and performance, and effec- Recovery, Retired Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you tive stakeholder communication are the most Education: Bachelor of Arts Pacific Lu- sues and how would you deal with them? to run for school board? What qualifications or challenging issues. I will approach every issue theran University Tacoma Washington, A: Funding is a challenge, educators are experience do you bring to this office? from the perspective of what is best for student numerous professional classes asked to do more with less. I will always do A: Statistics show that America’s students are learning and achievement in order to maintain what's best for our students, when making fi- falling behind academically compared to their and to improve on the excellent record Okemos nancial decisions. Communication can be a international counterparts. We must ensure Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you schools have for a strong academic curriculum challenge. I will establish better relationships that educators have the tools and resources to to run for school board? What qualifications or and a broad range of opportunities in the arts, between board members, district staff, stu- help change this dynamic in the future. Provid- experience do you bring to this office? athletics, and extracurricular activities that dents, parents and the community. It is criti- ing a quality education for ALL students is one A: The prompt was not 'concerns or is- educate the whole child and prepare them for cal to having a high quality educational system of government’s most important obligations. I sues.' What brought me here, to be part of the the challenges and opportunities they will face and avenues to solve problems. Education is would like to use my 20+ years of experience in Okemos School Board, was a chance to serve after graduating from high school. forever changing and that can be a challenge. education policy & school funding to help se- the community. As past chairman and current Our system must not only keep pace, but also, cure additional funding and resources from the board member of Big Brothers Big Sisters Cap- anticipate future educational needs. Doing so State. And, implement programs that prepare Amy Crites ital Area Region I experienced first hand the requires that we remain open to new teaching Williamston students for the careers of the fu- Occupation / Current Position: benefits of risks transformed to assets through ture, and the skills to compete in a competitive Self-employed leadership and MENTORS. The experiences at strategies and styles. workforce upon graduation. Education BA-Communication, BBBS solidified my long held belief that kids Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- are our most important asset. They are more Timothy J. Grant U of Mich 1984 sues and how would you deal with them? valuable than ANY material item. Plainly, to Did Not Respond in Time for Inclusion A: Safety and Security. Safe and secure once again hear and then see a girl's or boy's Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you schools is vital to promote a positive learning smile as she/he says, "I am the first in my family to run for school board? What qualifications or Christopher Lewis environment. Violence, intimidation, intoler- to be able to read,"...Priceless! experience do you bring to this office? Occupation / Current Position: ance and bullying needs to dealt with swiftly Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- A: Continuation of budget concerns, chang- College Administrator and forcefully. Uniform funding and resources. sues and how would you deal with them? ing state mandates, lack of historical perspec- Campaign Web Site: http://www.face- Williamston receives a lower per-pupil fund- A: The three challenges one hears daily are tive on the board. I have served on the Okemos book.com/ChristopherLewisForWCS ing amount, than most other districts in this FUNDING, FUNDING, and FUNDING. In School Board for 8 years, 4 years as President. region. I would lobby the State Legislature for terms of solutions, if funding was easy to solve Education: BA - Western Michigan Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- a more equitable funding approach. Future Ca- it would no longer be part of conversations, edi- University; MS - Miami University; sues and how would you deal with them? reers/Jobs. Too many students are ill-prepared District budget constraints, student enroll- torials, and politics. Okemos is a very blessed Ed.D. - Eastern Michigan University ment, board governance. community. It is the benefactor of educators, See Election Guide, Page 20 City Pulse • October 29, 2014 www.lansingcitypulse.com 20

of the community and address their needs. It ing the Delhi Charter Township Fire Depart- SHALL THE CITY OF LANSING BE AU- is a challenge to balance budgets in today's ment; the estimate of the revenue the Town- THORIZED TO SELL OR OTHERWISE Election Guide economy. We need to set clear priorities and be ship will collect if the millage is approved and DISPOSE OF GRAND WOODS PARK, ALSO creative. Overall, we need to work as a team to levied in 2014 is approximately $1,000,000 DESCRIBED AS: from page 19 address any challenges we face. (this is a renewal of previously authorized mill- Commencing at a point North 0 degrees mi- age that expire with the 2013 tax levy)? nus 51 minutes East 903.0 feet, from the South for the rigors of college and are unable to suc- quarter post of Section 1, Town 4 North, Range cessfully compete in a highly competitive work- Proposals Yes - For the Measure 3 West, Delta Township, Eaton County, Michi- force. I would promote more vocational, tech- No - Against the Measure gan, said point being the Northeast corner of nical & entrepreneurship programs. Ingham County System of Trails and Lot Fifty-five (55) of River Ridge No. 1, running thence along the Northerly line of said River Parks Millage Question Charter Township of Delhi Jill Story Ridge No. 1, North 60 degrees 51 minutes West Millage Proposal Law Enforcement and 505.0 feet, thence South 87 degrees 44 min- Occupation / Current Position: Attorney For the purpose of creating and maintaining Police Protection Education: J.D. 2002 - VUSL; M.S. a county system of recreational trails and adja- utes West 363.83 feet, thence South 77 degrees 49 minutes West 481.6 feet, thence North 82 Education - 1997 IUSB; B.A. English & cent parks trail system, which may incorporate This proposal will allow the Charter Town- trails or parks created by local units of govern- degrees 24 minutes West 394.67 feet, thence Secondary Education - 1995 BSU. ship of Delhi to continue to levy millage for Law North 86 degrees 13 minutes West 1293.86 ment, including Lansing's River Trail, and may Enforcement and Police Protection purposes. acquire rights of way to connect and extend feet, thence North 60 degrees 01 minute West Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you Shall the previously voted increase in the 565.02 feet, thence North 47 degrees 57 min- to run for school board? What qualifications or existing trails, shall the Constitutional limita- authorized charter millage for the Charter tion upon the total amount of taxes which may utes West 260.75 feet, thence North 74 degrees experience do you bring to this office? Township of Delhi, Ingham County, Michigan, 22 minutes West 338.15 feet to the West line of A: Both of my children attend Williamston be assessed in one (1) year upon all property which may be assessed on all taxable property within the County of Ingham, Michigan, be in- the East one-half of the Southeast one-quarter Community Schools ("WCS"), so I have a vest- as defined by law within the Township, be in- of Section 2, thence North 1 degree 25 min- ed interest to ensure WCS continue to perform creased by up to 50/100 (.50) of one (1) mill, creased by 1.5 mils ($1.50 per $1,000.00 of $0.50 per thousand dollars of state taxable utes West 97.84 feet, thence North 80 degrees at the top level. Additionally, my background in taxable valuation) for a period of four (4) years, 35 minutes East 374.39 feet, thence North 72 education, law and most recently, audit, pro- valuation, for a period of six (6) years (2014- 2014 through 2017, inclusive for the purpose of 2019) inclusive? If approved and levied in full, degrees 27 minutes East 1000.65 feet, thence vides skills that will add value to the Board. defraying, in whole or in part, the cost of law North 55 degrees 32 minutes East 343.98 Professionally, I have experience in three dis- this Millage will raise an estimated additional enforcement and police protection services; $3,519,041 for the system of recreational trails feet, thence 77 degrees 13 minutes East 717.55 tinct sectors: (1) legal, (2) corporate, and (3) the estimate of the revenue the Township will feet thence North 83 degrees 30 minutes East education. I have practiced law in two states and adjacent parks in the first calendar year of collect if the millage is approved and levied in the levy based on state taxable valuation. 571.93 feet, thence South 83 degrees 44 min- where I have served as counsel for cities, school 2014 is approximately $1,000,000 (this is a utes East 322.03 feet, thence South 76 degrees districts, individuals, and companies. Next, I renewal of previously authorized millage that 34 minutes East 362.03 feet, thence South 56 have worked in the financial services industry Yes - For the Measure expired with 2013 tax levy)? No - Against the Measure degrees 34 minutes East 504.22 feet to the as an auditor and finally, I taught high school North-South quarter line, thence South 0 de- Ingham County Health Services English four years. Yes - For the Measure grees 51 minutes East 986.3 feet to the point of Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- Renewal Millage No - Against the Measure beginning together with the land lying between sues and how would you deal with them? the Northerly line of said description and the A: WCS should consider how to best develop For the purpose of reauthorizing and con- City of East Lansing Authorization of water's edge of the Grand River and That part tinuing a millage at the same millage level students' ability to read, write, compute and in- Sale of City Owned Property of Southeast fractional 1/4 lying Southwest of teract while also focusing on the acquisition of previously approved by the voters in 2012 for Grand River, Section 1, T4N, R3W and Out Lot technology skills and the development of criti- funding of providing basic health care services For the purpose of redevelopment into a C of River Ridge #3, according to the recorded cal thinking skills. To keep pace with peers, stu- to Ingham County residents who are not eligi- mixed-use development that includes com- plat thereof, Eaton County Records. dents must be given opportunities to advance ble for Medicaid under the Federal Affordable mercial, residential and parking, shall the City in science, technology, engineering and math. Care Act, and whose individual income is less Council be authorized, but not mandated, to Yes - For the Measure In addition to developing these core skills, than $28,000 and who do not have medical in- sell for fair market value all or portions of the No - Against the Measure WCS must also continue to address current surance, including use of these fund to help pay following parcels of real property consisting of issues such as bullying, weapons, and violence for access to doctor visits, generic medications, approximately 1.3 acres: City of Lansing Charter Amendment in schools. Finally, as trustees of the children of and essential care such as preventative testing Board of Water and Light Membership our community and those who work and visit and treatment for cancer, diabetes, heart dis- Parking lot #4, located on the northwest cor- our buildings, WCS must take the necessary ease and other serious illnesses for low-income ner of Albert Avenue and Abbot Road steps to ensure basic safety. residents, shall the previously approved millage SHALL THE LANSING CITY CHARTER above the constitutional limitation upon the to- Parking lot #8, located east of Valley Court BE AMENDED TO ADD A NEW SECTION Park between Evergreen Avenue and Valley 5-103.12 THAT PROVIDES FOR THE AD- Shannon Stover tal amount of taxes which may be assessed in Court DITION TO THE BOARD OF WATER AND Did Not Respond in Time for Inclusion one (1) year upon all property within the Coun- ty of Ingham, Michigan, be continued and re- Parking lot #15, located across from City Hall LIGHT OF THREE ADVISORY NON-VOT- newed at up to 0.52 mills ($0.52 per thousand between Abbot Road and Evergreen Avenue ING REPRESENTATIVE MEMBERS OF Gregory M. Talberg dollars of state taxable valuation) for a period of THE BOARD WHO ARE UTILITY SERVICE Occupation / Current Position: educator five years (2015-2019), inclusive? Yes - For the Measure CUSTOMERS OF THE BOARD OF WATER Education: Masters degree in k-12 leader- If levied in full, this millage would raise an No - Against the Measure AND LIGHT FROM MUNICIPALITIES ship, MSU Masters degree in education, estimated $3,425,803 in the first calendar year. OUTSIDE THE CITY OF LANSING? University of Florida City of Lansing Authorize Sale of Miller Yes - For the Measure Road Community Center Yes - For the Measure Q: 1. What concerns or issues prompted you No - Against the Measure No - Against the Measure to run for school board? What qualifications or SHALL THE CITY OF LANSING BE AU- experience do you bring to this office? THORIZED TO SELL OR OTHERWISE City of Lansing Charter Amendment A: I do not bring a specific agenda to this Charter Township of Delhi Millage DISPOSE OF MILLER ROAD COMMUNI- Board of Water and Light - election. I have 2 daughters attending WCS. Proposal - Fire Department TY CENTER, ALSO DESCRIBED AS: Emergency Powers I think education is extremely important and COM 198 FT N OF SE COR LOT 2, TH N I love Williamston. I have been a classroom This proposal will allow the Charter Town- 139 FT, W 165 FT, S 40 FT, E 16.5 FT, S 99 FT, IT IS PROPOSED THAT THE LANSING teacher for nearly 2 decades and I have expe- ship of Delhi to continue to levy millage for Fire E 148.5 FT TO BEG; SUPERVISORS PLAT CITY CHARTER BE AMENDED TO ADD rience as the vice president of negotiations for Department purposes. NO 9 T3N R2W, DELHI TOWNSHIP (NOW THE FOLLOWING PROVISION: the Howell Education Association. CITY OF LANSING), INGHAM COUNTY, 5-108.3 Notwithstanding any other provi- Q: 2. What are the three most challenging is- Shall the previously voted increase in the au- MICHIGAN. sion of this Charter, the Board of Water and sues and how would you deal with them? thorized charter millage for the Charter Town- Light shall be subject to the emergency pow- A: I think it is a challenge for WCS to keep ship of Delhi, Ingham County, Michigan, which Yes - For the Measure ers provided the Mayor by city ordinance and up with changes in technology. We live in a may be assessed on all taxable property as de- No - Against the Measure state law and shall include administrative and world where our kids frequently know more fined by law within the Township, be increased executive authority. than we do. We need to learn together and be 1.5 mills ($1.50 per $1,000.00 of taxable valu- City of Lansing Authorize Sale of Shall this amendment be adopted? ation) for a period of four (4) years, 2014-2017, flexible. I think it is a challenge to keep all kids Grand Woods Park engaged in the educational process. We need to inclusive, for the purpose of defraying, in whole identify kids who don't feel like they are part or in part, the cost of operating and maintain- See Election Guide, Page 21 21 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • October 29, 2014

two full terms. VOTE for ONE (1) Campaign Website: for the middle class. Election Guide www.markschauer.com RICK SNYDER, Republican Facebook Page: facebook.com/ from page 20 Running Mate: SchauerForMichigan MARY BUZUMA, Libertarian Campaign Website: Occupation / Current Position: Running Mate: Scotty Bowman Yes - For the Measure www.rickformichigan.com Democratic Candidate for Governor Campaign Website: No - Against the Measure Facebook Page: facebook.com/rickformi Education: BA, ; MPA, www.electmarybuzuma.com Occupation / Current Position: Governor West Michigan University; MPS, Michi- Occupation / Current Position: Chair, Williamston Proposed Education: J.D. University of Michigan, gan State University Libertarian Party of Michigan, Charter Amendment - Deputy 1982; M.B.A. University of Michigan, US Navy Retired Administrative Officers 1979; B.G.S. University of Michigan, 1977 Qualifications / Experience: After college, I Education: BA Political Science, Qualifications / Experience: Governor, ran a nonprofit that provided essential services Kalamazoo College PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO CHAR- CPA, Venture Capitalist, CEO, Chairman to kids, seniors and unemployed workers. I then TER OF THE CITY OF WILLIAMSTON TO of the Board served on the Battle Creek City Commission Qualifications / Experience: Experienced in HAVE THE COUNCIL AUTHORIZE DEP- 1. PRIORITIES: What are your top three and served in the Michigan House and Senate, the challenges of working within a diverse com- UTY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS AND state priorities? Why did where I was Democratic Leader. In Congress, munity, overcoming differences to accomplish MAKE THE CITY MANAGER RESPONSI- you select them? I fought to pass tougher Buy American laws, a mission through 26 years in the US Navy. BLE FOR APPOINTMENT AND REMOVAL A: Like most Michi- rescue the auto industry, ensure quality health Questions: OF DEPUTY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFI- ganders, I was growing care for millions, and worked to make college 1. PRIORITIES: What are your top three CERS. increasingly frustrated more affordable. state priorities? Why did you select them? Shall Section of 6.6 of Chapter 6 of the Char- with the direction in which 1. PRIORITIES: What are your top three A: As I would change ter of the City of Williamston, Ingham County, Michigan was going in state priorities? Why did you select them? the direction of our state towards one of more Michigan, be amended to provide that the dep- 2009. Our unemploy- A: JOBS: The state economic and personal freedom. 1. Fix the uty administrative officers, including the dep- ment rate was among the should invest in high-tech roads not by tax increases but by cutting the uty clerk and deputy treasurer, shall be autho- highest in the country, our research to attract jobs. budget and eliminating costly and duplicative rized by Council and appointed and removed kids were moving to other We should expand small programs that don’t live up to their promises. by the city manager? states to find jobs, and our business lending to spark 2. Eliminate unnecessary regulations and li- favorite businesses were Snyder the next generation of censing laws that drive up costs, hurt small Yes - For the Measure closing. Then, while out to workers, innovators and business, stifle entrepreneurship and violate No - Against the Measure dinner, my wife Sue suggested I run for Gov- job creators right here in private property rights. 3. Reduce crime and ernor. Since day one, my focus for reinventing Michigan. EDUCATION: keep our streets, homes and kids safe by ending Michigan has been creating more and better We must reverse Gov. Sny- our costly war on drugs. Legalize marijuana for Williamston Proposed Charter der’s $1 billion cuts to edu- Amendment - Claim for Injuries jobs, revitalizing the educational system, and recreational use - decriminalize use/ posses- revamping government to focus on providing cation, which have raised Schauer sion of all others. class sizes, hurt school 2. EDUCATION: The test scores of Michi- PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO CITY OF excellent service to its customers, the state's 10 quality and made it harder gan students, once among the highest in the WILLIAMSTON CHARTER SECTION 8.9. million people. for our kids to compete for 21st century jobs. country, have dropped, making Michigan one Shall Section 8.9, Notice to City of Claim for 2. EDUCATION: The test scores of Michi- RETIREMENT SECURITY: Snyder’s unfair of the lowest achieving states. What measures Injuries, of the City of Williamston Charter be gan students, once among the highest in the tax on retirement income and property tax hike would you support to improve educational re- amended to state that the procedures and limi- country, have dropped, making Michigan one on seniors are hurting retirees. As governor, I’ll sults? tations for the examination and adjustments of of the lowest achieving states. What measures work to repeal Snyder’s pension tax and fight A: Spending more taxpayer dollars (invest- claims against the city for injury to persons and would you support to improve educational re- to protect seniors’ hard-earned retirement in- ment) on top down one size fits all academic property shall be provided in accordance with sults? come. programs (Common Core) will not improve state law? A: A bright future for our kids starts with a great education. This is why I have made it a 2. EDUCATION: The test scores of Michi- education, but more competition by increas- gan students, once among the highest in the ing the number of nonpublic schools will. As Yes - For the Measure priority to increase Early Childhood educa- country, have dropped, making Michigan one governor I would support a Scholarship Tax No - Against the Measure tion funding to a level where every pre-school age child in Michigan can attend pre-school, of the lowest achieving states. What measures Credit (STC) program that grant tax credits to preparing them for a successful future. I have would you support to improve educational re- individuals and/or corporations who donate to Williamston Proposed Charter also increased state education funding by over sults? non-profit scholarship organizations that fund Amendment - Delete Certain References 1 billion dollars since I took office. State educa- A: We need to improve our schools by: put- low to middle-income students attending in- tion funding is now the highest it’s ever been. ting the state on a path to universal preschool; dependent or home schools. STC programs do PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO CHAR- But, our work isn’t done. I will continue to investing in teacher training; setting standards not use public funds and could pass constitu- TER OF THE CITY OF WILLIAMSTON work to create educational programs that will for maximum class sizes; and making sure stu- tional muster. They would empower parents TO DELETE REFERENCES TO THE JUS- fill the skills gap in Michigan by preparing our dents have access to specialized curriculum to decide which is best for their children not TICE OF THE PEACE AND CITY JUSTICE students and workers for the jobs of today and such as computer skills and financial literacy. government. COURT FROM THE CLERK'S AUDIT- tomorrow. Additionally, we need to stop using the School 3. ECONOMY: What should the state gov- ING RESPONSIBILITIES LISTED IN THE 3. ECONOMY: What should the state gov- Aid Fund as a “piggy bank” for state govern- ernment do to strengthen the state’s economy, CHARTER ernment do to strengthen the state’s economy, ment and only use it for K-12 and preschool reduce unemployment, and address the widen- Shall Section 6.4(i) of Chapter 6 of the Char- reduce unemployment, and address the widen- purposes. Finally, we should remove the profit ing income gap? ter of the City of Williamston, Ingham County, ing income gap? motive from charter schools and conduct an A: Michigan maybe on the road to recovery, Michigan be amended so that the obsolete ref- A: With nearly 300,000 private sector jobs adequacy study to determine the true cost of but our politicians in Lansing are wasting this erences to the City of Justice of the Peace and created since 2010, our businesses are hir- educating a child. opportunity for true economic growth. Stop City Justice Court in the listed Clerk's responsi- ing. But, we still have over 80,000 open jobs 3. ECONOMY: What should the state gov- growing government by taking money from the bilities are deleted? in Michigan – most of which are skilled trades ernment do to strengthen the state’s economy, many and bestowing it on a chosen few. Return or STEM focused. We must continue to ex- reduce unemployment, and address the widen- surpluses to the taxpayer. Michigan taxpayers Yes - For the Measure pand and invest in programs like MAT2 - an ing income gap? have been promised an income tax cut for years No - Against the Measure industry-driven approach to education that A: To promote economic fairness and create and those promises have continued to be bro- gives our students the skill sets to succeed to- ladders into the middle class, we must work to ken. As governor I would cut to eliminate the day and tomorrow. With over 58,000 robotics grow the economy from the bottom up and the state income tax. Putting money where it be- jobs in Michigan, we recognize the importance middle out, not from the top down. We should longs in the private sector will stimulate invest- GOVERNOR of FIRST Robotics in schools. Last year, we cut taxes for the middle class by restoring the ment and create more jobs. It will give workers invested $3 million in FIRST, and another $2 child tax credit, increasing the Earned Income an incentive to produce more because they can Duties: The state's executive powers are vest- million more this year. In fact, Michigan now Tax Credit, and eliminating the Snyder Retire- keep more of what they earn. ed in the Governor. has more FIRST Robotics teams than any oth- ment Tax. To ensure big corporations start pay- Qualifications: Governors may serve a maxi- er state. ing their fair share, we must end tax breaks for MARK McFARLIN, U.S. Taxpayers mum of two full terms. A Governor must be at companies that outsource Michigan jobs. Ad- Running Mate: Richard Mendoza least 30 years of age and a registered voter in ditionally, we should repeal “right-to-work for Michigan for at least 4 years. less,” which is designed to destroy Michigan’s DID NOT RESPOND IN TIME FOR Term: 4 years May serve a maximum of MARK SCHAUER, Democrat unions and drive down wages and job security Running Mate: Lisa Brown See Election Guide, Page 22 City Pulse • October 29, 2014 www.lansingcitypulse.com 22

economy and when you allow companies to Education: Graduated cum laude from shift to part-time jobs you harm the workers Georgetown with a Bachelor of Science in Election Guide and the economy. Start from zero and design SCOTTY BOMAN, Libertarian Running Mate: Mary Buzuma the Foreign Service. Studied at University and build a tax system that is fair, equitable, of Aberdeen in Scottland before earning from page 21 and able to address the people's priorities. Campaign Website: www.electmarybu- zuma.com my law degree from the University of San INCLUSION LT. GOVERNOR Facebook Page: Francisco www.facebook.com/scottyboman 1. Describe your qualifications and experi- PAUL HOMENIUK, Green Candidates for Lt. Governor are nominated Occupation / Current Position: ence for the office of Attorney-General and ex- Running Mate: Candace R. Caveny at their party convention to run as a team with Community College Professor: Physics, plain your reasons for running. Campaign Website: www.paulhomeniuk. the candidate for Governor (ONE vote elects Mathematics, and Astronomy. BOTH). A: No candidate for attorney general has had org HFCC, MCC, and WCCCD. a greater breadth of experience. Following ser- Facebook Page: facebook.com/ Duties: There are three main duties assigned to the Lieutenant Governor: vice as a congressman, state senator, director Education: Western Michigan University. paulhomeniukforgovernor (1) to serve as acting Governor while the of the Department of Agriculture and judge on BS in Physics & Philosophy. MA in Physics. Occupation / Current Position: Founder Governor is out of state; the Michigan Court of Appeals, I have served Wayne State University: MAT in Secondary & owner of Practical Education Solu- (2) to become Governor in the event that the with honor as Michigan’s 53rd Attorney Gener- Science and Mathematics education. tions, LLC. Part-time instructor at Governor is unable to serve due to death, ill- al for nearly four years. I feel now, as I did four Qualifications / Experience: * I have been Washtenaw CC ness or incapacitation; and years ago, that public safety in Michigan must endorsed by "Liberty Candidates. * Vice Chair Education: Grand Valley State Colleges - (3) to preside over the . be improved for Michigan to move forward of the Libertarian Party of Michigan * I am Qualifications: A Lt. Governor must be at and that is why I am running for reelection as Earth Sciences currently Vice President of the MEC neighbor- least 30 years of age and a registered voter in your Attorney General. hood patrol. * I am a member at large of the Michigan for at least four years. 2. Which advisory and enforcement respon- Qualifications / Experience: A varied career Morningside Community organization. * I was Term: 4 years May serve a maximum of sibilities of the Attorney working in education and business that in- on the AFT-200 Election Committee. * I was two full terms. General’s office will need cludes multiple start-up companies, Market- elected to the Wayne State University Student the most attention and ing, Education Director for Junior Achieve- Council in 1999. resources in the next four ment, Instructor at LCC and through them BRIAN NELSON CALLEY, Republican years, and how would you Eaton ISD as well as WCC. Visit my website Running Mate: Rick Snyder address them? RICHARD MENDOZA, U.S. Taxpayers and click on the picture of me and you can Campaign Website: A: As Michigan’s chief learn more than this space allows. www.Rickformichigan.com Running Mate: Mark McFarlin law enforcement officer, Questions: Facebook Page: DID NOT RESPOND IN TIME FOR my priority is public safety 1. PRIORITIES: What are your top three facebook.com/brian- INCLUSION and serving as a voice for state priorities? Why did you select them? calley the victims of crime, and A: Education, Infrastructure and Jobs. The CANDACE R. CAVENY, Green the constitution. We must truth is I picked these because they are on Occupation / Current Running Mate: Paul Homeniuk increase the number of po- Schuette people's minds and they have a profound effect Position: Lt. Governor Campaign Website: lice by at least 1,000, keep on nearly every area of Michigan's challenges. violent criminals behind bars, stop the scourge There are no issues in a free society that you can Education: B.S. Busi- www.candacecaveny.org Facebook Page: None of human trafficking and ensure the testing and "solve" independent of each other as though ness Administration, prosecution of abandoned rape DNA evidence Occupation / Current Position: you are moving down a checklist. Anyone that Michigan State Uni- kits in Michigan. Defending our constitution is tells you otherwise is lying. We need to reform versity; MBA, Grand Licensed MI physician part of the oath I took and I have fought to do our entire tax system not just raise taxes. We Valley State University Education: Specialty certification by so, including protecting the Natural Resources need to focus on jobs already in Michigan and Am Bd of PM & R after graduation from Trust Fund, the equal admission clause and the small businesses in our communities that actu- Qualifications / Experi- Calley Residency WSU Med School, D.O. Mid- pensions of public safety officers, and will do so ally create jobs here. We need to lower the cost western University, A.B. University of in the future. of college and prepare our K-12 students better. ence: Autism Advocate, Former Community Banker, Former County California, Major, USAR 3. What recommendations would you make They are all connected to the State Legislature for improving the ad- 2. EDUCATION: The test scores of Michi- Commissioner, Former State Representative Qualifications / Experience: Co-Chair of ministration of justice in Michigan? gan students, once among the highest in the A: Being careful about any revisit of sentenc- country, have dropped, making Michigan one Flint Area Greens, past campaigns for US Congress as an anti-war candidate, and for MI ing guidelines. The safety of our streets and of the lowest achieving states. What measures schools is key to our recovery. And, we must would you support to improve educational re- LISA BROWN, Democrat State Bd of Ed as supporter of innovative of- Running Mate: Mark Schauer ferings, for increased parental/student choice, continue to secure justice for victims and their sults? families. Victims were made a promise by the A: We need to return control of our schools Campaign Website: member of Genesee County Safe Schools Coali- tion, Lapeer Co Equal Rights Alliance criminal justice system that those who were back to the local communities. When you tell www.markschauer.com convicted of crimes would kept behind bars. our educators; you must use this curriculum, Facebook Page: https://www.facebook. Second, the legislature should increase the and teach it this way or you will not get the com/SchauerForMichigan number of police. We remain thousands of offi- money you need, innovation, creativity, and Occupation / Current Position: Michigan Attorney General cers short compared to a few years ago and this learning go out the window. It is diversity of Oakland County Clerk/Register has repercussions for public safety, longer 911 ideas that educate people. When they are good of Deeds, Democratic candidate for Lieu- response times, a feeling that criminals can act ones they will be rapidly copied without anyone General Election: November 4, 2014 tenant Governor 5 Candidates on the ballot with impunity, but also in fewer crimes being having to tell them to. We need to reclaim the discovered or reported. billion dollars a year going to charter schools Education: Graduate of Duties: Attorney General is in charge of whose only innovations are new ways to profit. Michigan State Univer- prosecuting the laws of the state of Michigan. MARK TOTTEN, Democrat We need to address the societal issues that hurt sity and Detroit College Qualifications: Candidate for Attorney Gen- children's education as a united people, not put of Law eral must be a registered voter in Michigan on Campaign Website: it all on the schools. the date he or she is nominated for the office. www.marktotten.com 3. ECONOMY: What should the state gov- Qualifications / Expe- He/she may serve a maximum of two full terms. Facebook Page: www.facebook.com ernment do to strengthen the state’s economy, rience: I served 2 terms Term: 4 years VOTE for ONE (1) /electmarktotten reduce unemployment, and address the widen- in the MI House, where Occupation / Current Position: Prof. at ing income gap? I fought for a high-qual- BILL SCHUETTE, Republican MSU College of Law. Former Federal A: We have to quit weakening the Free En- ity education for all kids, Campaign Website: Prosecutor, U.S. Appeals Court clerk, terprise system with corporate welfare. Sup- Brown women’s rights, consumer www.BillSchuette.com Justice Dept. Atty port the small, local businesses that create protection and greater Education: Juris Doctor from Yale Law most jobs. They do not want a corporate hand- Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/ government transparency. As Oakland County School and Ph.D in Ethics from Yale out just access to small amounts of capital. We Clerk/ROD, I was 1 of 4 clerks in the state to BillSchuette need to create opportunity for the long term marry same-sex couples after a court ruled the Or Twitter @SchuetteOnDuty. University. unemployed not pretend they no longer exist state ban on gay marriage was unconstitution- Occupation / Current Position: Proudly once they fall off our spreadsheets. We need al. I'm also fighting to end real estate fraud and serving as a Voice for Victims as Michi- 1. Describe your qualifications and experi- to recognize that we have a consumer driven make voting more accessible. gan's 53rd Attorney General. 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protecting people's rights against private and Attorney, solo practice; focus on Con- public intrusion. I am running because people stitutional/civil rights (also document RUTH JOHNSON, Republican Election Guide are agreeing with these conclusions more and review, esp. Japanese). Campaign Website: www.rj4mi.com more every day. I am running to give those from page 22 Education: BA cum laude, Macalester Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/ people exposure to resources that go beyond College (St. Paul), 1978; major: planning/ ruthjohnsonsos/ electoral politics. ence for the office of Attorney-General and ex- 2. Which advisory and enforcement respon- public administration. JD cum laude, Occupation / Current Position: plain your reasons for running. sibilities of the Attorney General’s office will Cooley Law School, 2008; concentra- Michigan's Secretary of State A: I’m running because Michigan families need the most attention and resources in the tions: administrative law & Constitution- Education: Bachelors from Oakland deserve an Attorney General who will pro- next four years, and how would you address al law/civil rights. University; Masters from Wayne State tect them from crime – street crime as well as them? 1. Describe your qualifications and experi- University economic crimes – and A: I don't know. No one does. Any candidate ence for the office of Attorney-General and ex- never let partisan inter- for any office that pretends to know what needs plain your reasons for running. 1. Describe your qualifications and experi- ests get in the way. For the most attention and resources over the next A: I've worked 6 years as an attorney, with a ence for the office of Secretary of State and ex- the past four years we’ve four years would be founding businesses and focus on civil rights – and 10 years each in gov- plain your reasons for running. lost our way, as the office community funded cooperative projects, not ernment, non-profit, and private sectors. I've A: I want to continue to build on our success has waged one extreme running for office. That being said, the im- learned to manage a budget on the "bohemian increasing access to the ballot box while secur- partisan crusade after an- portant issues in these tough economic times easy-payment plan": 100% down, $0/month. ing Michigan elections, fighting fraud and de- other leaving every family are based on returning power to the people of I know government should be businesslike, livering faster, more convenient service. Our less safe. As a prosecutor I Michigan by reducing state burdens that pre- but it's not a business. And anyone who puts accomplishments include: More transparency protected the public from vent new businesses from growing, creating law and order before justice has it wrong: jus- and tougher rules for campaign reporting; the armed criminals, women jobs, and evolving the market to more sustain- tice comes first – and it comes from balancing first-ever post-election audits; help for veter- from domestic abus- Totten able and efficient configurations. If a person is rights and protecting against wrongs. I'm run- ans; historic expansion of organ donor rolls ers, children from sexual not infringing the rights of others, there is no ning to make Michigan's Attorney General the (27% to 48%); tripling online services and an predators, and seniors need for interference by the State. top attorney FOR THE PEOPLE. (And I'm al- appointment system in our busiest branches. from predatory lenders. As Attorney General 3. What recommendations would you make ready doing the job that way; see the Benton We've done this despite budget cuts and having I’ll focus on what matters most: taking on the to the State Legislature for improving the ad- Harbor recall case on my Facebook page.) 25% less staff than a de- criminals and powerful interests that threaten ministration of justice in Michigan? 2. Which advisory and enforcement respon- cade 10 years ago. Michi- our families. A: Stop trying to design to provision of an sibilities of the Attorney General’s office will ganians deserve the best 2. Which advisory and enforcement respon- essential service. Entrepreneurs serve an im- need the most attention and resources in the possible service at the low- sibilities of the Attorney General’s office will portant role in finding better ways of doing ev- next four years, and how would you address est possible price. need the most attention and resources in the erything. Administering justice is no different. them? 2. What changes, if any, next four years, and how would you address Any top-down design can't meet the evolving A: Michigan's Constitution starts: “All politi- should be made to ensure them? needs of a population of 10 million people who cal power is inherent in the people.” But those that all eligible Michigan A: As a prosecutor I helped strengthen the each have different needs in the area of justice. in government have been stealing that power. voters have the opportu- law against child predators and I’ll work to I leave it to those running for legislature to de- They've toyed with initiatives and referenda nity and the access to vote? make sure kids are safe. I will go after sex of- vise a system that appeases partisan interests – medical marijuana, wolf hunts, emergency A: Michigan, with a 98% fenders who fail to register and aggressively while also taking steps to allow individual's managers, etc. They've insulated themselves voter registration rate, was Johnson prosecute crimes against kids. I’ll take on cor- needs for justice to be met. from recalls and fair competition. They've recently named No. 1 in porations that profit while harming Michigan changed voting and election rules for their own the country for registering families. When corporations pay women less GERALD T. VAN SICKLE, benefit. But government must be FOR THE voters through our office. We were also named than men they’ll answer to me. I’ll fight to over- PEOPLE. I'll address this by bringing Michi- U.S. Taxpayers 6th highest in election administration. We en- turn the law – passed by my opponent – that gan a court case, State ex rel Ohioans for Fair Campaign Website: ustpm.org gage voters with college registration drives, by leaves victims powerless if they are harmed or Districts v Husted, 130 Ohio St 3d 240 (2011), offering registration to new citizens and asking killed by defective medicine. I’ll lead the charge Occupation / Current Position: Machanic that told Ohio's Legislature to stop weaseling eligible voters at our counters. I support no- to strengthen consumer protection laws. I’ll out of listening to the people. reason absentee voting and online registration protect our Great Lakes, holding corporate pol- 1. Describe your qualifications and experi- 3. What recommendations would you make for convenience and access, but only when it is luters accountable. ence for the office of Attorney-General and ex- to the State Legislature for improving the ad- paired with tested, secure technology to ensure 3. What recommendations would you make plain your reasons for running. ministration of justice in Michigan? integrity. America works best when every eli- to the State Legislature for improving the ad- A: 1> I'm not an attorney. 2> I'm not a politi- A: Many government agencies have inspec- gible voter, who has a right and a responsibility ministration of justice in Michigan? cian. We need people that are connected with tor generals or other ombudspersons. Most to vote, casts a ballot on Election Day. A: As AG I will work with the legislature to the people in all elected offices and not just Big often, they watch how public money is spent. 3. What would be your top three priorities as protect families. I will prioritize repealing the business. The State government must have an That's necessary. But it's not enough. We also Secretary of State and what actions would you law, passed by my opponent, which leaves vic- understanding the fight families are having, need someone to watch how elected officials take to implement them? tims helpless when they are harmed or killed and as Attorney General I would focus on re- use the power entrusted to them by the people A: • Continue to improve service. Today by defective prescription drugs. This law was moving the State from family matters to bring justice FOR THE PEOPLE. We need customers have more options, 24/7 service, a handout to pharmaceutical companies and 2. Which advisory and enforcement respon- independent oversight of county prosecutors, shorter lines and a better experience, thanks has left every family less safe. I will also lead sibilities of the Attorney General’s office will sheriffs, courts, even the Attorney General's to technology, training and our partnerships. the fight to restore the MI Consumer Protec- need the most attention and resources in the office. I pledge to take seriously any credible We've looked hard at our operations. I'm proud tion Act, This once strong law signed by Gov- next four years, and how would you address claim of abuse of power, and I will urge the of my staff. • Continue to protect consumers ernor Milliken was gutted by the courts and them? Legislature to empower and protect citizens against fraud, including costly auto insurance my opponent has refused to defend it, leaving A: Our judicial system has become a gigan- who make such claims – so our state will have scams. We reduced fraudulent/invalid certifi- every family less safe. I will partner with the tic revenue generation system and justice has justice we can trust . . . FOR THE PEOPLE. cates by more than half by working with police legislature to strengthen laws that protect kids taken a back seat to money. I would look at dif- and more staff training. • Continue to work for against internet crimes. ferent ways to fund the court system .I would elections that are convenient and secure as pos- bring a more common sense approach to the Michigan Secretary of State sible. I've successfully pushed for more trans- way people that fall in to the system are pro- JUSTIN M. ALTMAN, Libertarian parency, tougher reporting and online training cessed. General Election: November 4, 2014 for 38,000 poll workers. Facebook Page: http://www.facebook. 3. What recommendations would you make 5 Candidates on the ballot com/AltmanForAG to the State Legislature for improving the ad- Duties: Secretary of State serves as chief GODFREY DILLARD, Democrat Occupation / Current Position: General ministration of justice in Michigan? motor vehicle administrator and chief election Campaign Website: http:// Practice Attorney, Sole Practitioner A: Look at way to get back to common law, officer for Michigan and also maintains the godfreydillard.com Education: B.S. and M.S. from The Uni- and restructure the way the court system is state's official repository of records and certifies Facebook Page: Godfrey Dillard versity of Michigan; J.D. from Michigan funded. documents as Keeper of the Great Seal. Occupation / Current Position: Attorney; State University College of Law. Qualifications: Candidate for Secretary of State must be a registered voter in Michigan Principal, Law Offices of Godfrey Dillard on the date he or she is nominated for the of- 1. Describe your qualifications and experi- JOHN ANTHONY LA PIETRA, Green Education: BA, Philosophy Eastern fice. He/she may serve a maximum of two full ence for the office of Attorney-General and ex- Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/ Michigan JD, Univ. of Michigan MA, terms. plain your reasons for running. jalp4thePeople A: I have a philosophical commitment to Occupation / Current Position: Term: 4 years VOTE for ONE (1) See Election Guide, Page 28 City Pulse • October 29, 2014 www.lansingcitypulse.com 28

plain your reasons for running. Facebook Page: Hope College Election Guide A: 15 years supervisory experience in the www.facebook.com/votegatties private sector. Volunteer and leader in many Occupation / Current Position: Qualifications / Experience: I am a community, educational, religious and frater- Freelance Writer & Security Consultant mom and small business owner. I served from page 27 as Kent County Clerk for 2 terms and nal organizations over the years. Running for Education: St.Joseph Senior Secretary of State to ensure that all candidates as Michigan Secretary of State from International Affairs, George Washing- and parties are treated fairly and equally in High School - 1994 2003-2011. ton Univ. Michigan, and to give voters a pro individual 1. PRIORITIES: What are your top three na- liberty choice on the ballot. 1. Describe your qualifications and experi- tional legislative priorities? Why did you select 1. Describe your qualifications and experi- 2. What changes, if any, should be made to ence for the office of Secretary of State and ex- them? ence for the office of Secretary of State and ex- ensure that all eligible Michigan voters have plain your reasons for running. A: My #1 priority is putting the people of plain your reasons for running. the opportunity and the access to vote? A: The Secretary of State's office should be- Michigan back to work by putting Michigan A: I am an attorney with over 40 years of A: Expand time frame for elections. End the come modernized and streamlined. As a for- first. That means reforming the tax code, bal- civil, criminal, international, litigation and practice of only having one day to vote in Mich- mer small business manager, I was able to do ancing the budget, paying down the debt and transactional experience. I have executive and igan. Remove all restrictions on eligibility for exactly that, streamline and modernize what repealing and replacing ObamaCare. First, we management experience as Deputy Counsel absentee ballots. Have minimum thresholds was a very out dated security guard company. need economic growth and job creation. Fami- General at an overseas Consulate General of for participation so small groups can't dictate Democrat? Republican? Why should that mat- lies and businesses need lower, fairer, simpler the US; general counsel for a million dollar tax policies. Many times poorly publicized tax ter when it comes to this position? I think it's taxes. We can hold Washington politicians non-profit health agency; votes result in only those benefiting from the time we bring common sense back to the office, like Congressman Peters accountable and rein and project director for an increase turning out to vote. A new tax should which can only be accomplished by voting for in spending with a Balanced Budget Amend- educational development only be approved if a minimum number of vot- a third party candidate who will not be influ- ment. Finally, 225,000 Michiganders have lost totaling 40 million dollars. ers participated in the vote. enced by either major party. their health insurance; many more their doc- I am running to enhance 3. What would be your top three priorities as 2. What changes, if any, should be made to tors. By repealing and replacing ObamaCare, the fundamental right to Secretary of State and what actions would you ensure that all eligible Michigan voters have we can have the best health care system in the vote by increasing voter take to implement them? the opportunity and the access to vote? world again participation at the ballot A: As Secretary of State I would lobby the A: I'm a proponent of Election Day voter 2. ECONOMY: What should the federal box, improve enforcement state legislature to make the following changes registration. Last year, I was unable to vote in government do to strengthen the national of campaign financing to election law. 1) Elections are an essential part our municipal elections due to the fact that I economy, reduce unem- laws, protect the data of of our civil society- Too important to restrict moved after the registration cutoff date. My ployment, and address the voice didn't matter and I know I'm not a lone. citizens, reduces fees and Dillard to a 12 hour window. Adopt a 30 day election widening income gap? improve the quality of SOS window where voters can either vote anytime Every year, this happens to many Michigan A: To strengthen the services. at their city or township office or, on the last day voters and I feel everyone's voice should be economy, we need to get 2. What changes, if any, should be made to at the regular polling locations. 2) Every voter heard on election day. Voter turn out in the the federal government ensure that all eligible Michigan voters have in Michigan should have the option to receive nine states that allows Election Day Registra- out of the way. Taxes are the opportunity and the access to vote? an absentee ballot by mail and shouldn't need tion have shown an increase in voter turn out. too high, regulations are A: Currently, the SOS's budget only allocates any reason for selecting that option. End all Modern technology would allow poll workers increasing energy costs 3% ($7 million) of its total budget of $224 mil- eligibility requirements for absentee ballots. 3) to register voters on the spot with a few simple and rising education and lion to elections. This is totally inadequate to Adopt a minimum 15% voter turnout for any strokes of a computer keyboard. health care costs are hurt- improve the access to voting. I will lobby the tax increase. 3. What would be your top three priorities as ing families. To reduce Land legislature to authorize absentee ballot voting Secretary of State and what actions would you unemployment, we need for any reason; institute voting pilot programs take to implement them? to free our Michigan job to evaluate voting by mail, early, same day vot- ROBERT GALE, U.S. Taxpayers A: Election Day Registration: This would creators from the burdens of Washington over- ing and registration proposals, etc.; improve Occupation / Current Position: need to happen via our legislators in Lansing, reach. Business owners across Michigan have services for seniors and the physically chal- Self employed businessman but I would attempt to influence this change. told me that Washington policies are making lenged; improve SOS private data protection Education: I attended MCC and MSU If that failed, I would call on a citizens refer- it difficult to hire more workers, invest in capi- and audit current technology and voting ma- endum and bring this to a vote in a future tal improvements and grow their businesses. I election. License Plate Fees: .I would advocate chines to ensure authenticity of the vote, 1. Describe your qualifications and experi- believe we need to strengthen our job-training 3. What would be your top three priorities as Michigan revert back to a fee system based on programs, so our great Michigan workforce can ence for the office of Secretary of State and ex- the weight of the vehicle instead of the current Secretary of State and what actions would you plain your reasons for running. match the demands for the 21st Century. take to implement them? system None of the Above: I would advocate 3. ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT: What A: I am successful self employed business that Michigan voters have the option to vote A: 1. Increase voter participation at the bal- man in the private sector with a background steps would you propose to secure America’s lot box with increased funding allocations to "None of the Above" in election in the State of energy needs while protecting our water, air in management. Unlike my Republican oppo- Michigan. If "None of the Above" wins, a spe- election operations; 2. increase enforcement nent, I am not a career politician. The dismal and land? of campaign financing laws with additional cial election should be called with a brand new A: The high cost of energy has had a dra- policies of this individual are a disgrace, as are slate of candidates. funding and 3. reduce fees paid by the public the stale ideas of the Republican party whom matic impact on Michigan jobs and the middle via an across-the-board assessment of the ne- she serves. class, hurting families and manufacturers. We cessity of current SOS fee schedules. Funding 2. What changes, if any, should be made to U. S. Senator - Michigan need more affordable, domestic energy pro- will come from decreases in the Legal Services ensure that all eligible Michigan voters have duction. I will always oppose oil or gas drilling and Executive Direction Divisions. I will im- the opportunity and the access to vote? in or under our Great Lakes, but other states General Election: November 4, 2014 prove election support services with increased A: All current policies and procedures will all should be able to decide what’s best for them. 5 Candidates on the ballot employee training and out reach to citizens. be put under review. Build the Keystone XL Pipeline, which will cre- Duties: U.S. Senators share the responsibil- Finally, I want to implement a super center 3. What would be your top three priorities as ate thousands of good-paying jobs; some right ity with U.S. Representatives for enactment of concept, which will provide additional capacity Secretary of State and what actions would you here in Michigan. I oppose the Obama EPA’s the nation's laws as provided in the U.S. Con- and reduce wait times. take to implement them? strict new regulations, which will raise energy stitution. Senators ratify international trea- A: My main objective as Michigan's New prices and cost jobs. Michigan energy compa- ties and confirm Presidential appointments of Secretary of State is to dismantle,abolish and nies are already making progress on their own. JAMES LEWIS, Libertarian Cabinet members, federal judges, and foreign privatize the SOS office as it is known today. Let’s help them, not punish them. ambassadors. Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/pag- The SOS office is too costly for us the taxpay- 4. MONEY IN ELECTIONS: Do you sup- Qualifications: A Senator must be at least es/James-Lewis-for-Secretary-of-State ers, and the service is pathetic. The sun will set port the Disclose Act, which would require 30 years of age and a U.S. Citizen for at least 9 Occupation / Current Position: Printer/ on the SOS office as I propose to completely disclosure by outside groups of large campaign years. There are 100 Senators, two from each Production Supervisor at Cascade Print- privatize it. Career politicians and special inter- contributions and expenditures? Why or why state. ing and Graphics in Grand Rapids. est groups will be on the run, as the SOS office not? Term: 6 years VOTE for ONE (1) Education: Graduate Grand Rapids is privatized saving us the taxpayers millions of A: I strongly oppose the Disclose Act, which Catholic Central High School. Attended wasted dollars and improving everything. is a piece of partisan legislation designed to Terri Lynn Land, Republican unfairly benefit certain special interest groups. Grand Rapids Junior College and Campaign Website: As Michigan’s next U.S. Senator, I will support Western Michigan University. JASON ROBERT GATTIES, www.terrylynnland.com fair, strong and bipartisan campaign finance Natural Law Occupation / Current Position: reform legislation. 1. Describe your qualifications and experi- 5. IMMIGRATION: What specific changes, ence for the office of Secretary of State and ex- Campaign Website: Small Business Owner http://www.gatties.org Education: Bachelor of Arts, See Election Guide, Page 29 29 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • October 29, 2014

my, reduce unemployment, and address the sure people have access to affordable, quality tempting to do so always includes caveats for widening income gap? health care, and now we should focus on im- job- producers and others already in existence, Election Guide A: The federal government can grow our proving the law so it works for Michigan. I’m leading to further problems not only caused by economy by increasing small businesses’ ac- proud of new consumer protections that stop those that already pollute, also stopping new from page 28 cess to capital and encouraging entrepreneur- discriminatory practices and close the Medicare market competition. ship and innovation. We should make targeted donut hole. After hearing folks’ frustrations, I 4. MONEY IN ELECTIONS: Do you sup- if any, would you propose to current immigra- investments in next-generation manufactur- worked to support bipartisan, common-sense port the Disclose Act, which would require tion policy? Please explain. ing and infrastructure, roll back outdated ways to fix the implementation process. In ad- disclosure by outside groups of large campaign A: As the granddaughter of Dutch immi- regulations, and reform the tax code so it’s fair dition, I proposed The Small Business Insur- contributions and expenditures? Why or why grants, I understand how important legal im- for middle class families ance Affordability Act to expand tax credits for not? migration is to a strong America. But our im- and Michigan businesses. small businesses. In the Senate, I will continue A: I highly encourage voluntary disclosure. migration system is broken, because President We should also work to to work to overcome politics, move forward on Most voters would want to know which people Obama and Congressman Peters have failed to close the gender-pay gap health reform and protect Medicare. support a candidate or committee that they are enforce our laws and secure our border, result- by passing The Paycheck interested in, and it would be in the benefit of ing in lost Michigan jobs. As a mom, I’m sad- Fairness Act and raise the JIM FULNER, Libertarian most to allow others to opt in to such a program dened by our current border crisis. We need to federal minimum wage, Campaign Website: www.jimfulner.com (and the opt out of such used against them by help get these undocumented children back to which has not kept pace Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/lib- their political opponents). However, requiring their parents. We must enforce our immigra- with inflation so folks can disclosure can be detrimental to free speech. ertarianJim tion laws, make the system more efficient, in- support their families and For example, if a group of workers is trying to crease high-tech visas and secure the border. save for retirement. Occupation / Current Position: Systems unionize their shop, and makes large contri- Engineer, Automotive Supplier My plan puts Michigan First, protects our mid- 3. ENERGY & ENVI- Peters butions to political organizations that support dle class jobs and helps Michigan businesses RONMENT: What steps Education: Software Engineering, - such, disclosure can cause these folks to loose grow. would you propose to se- land Community College, BS Northern their job before their dream becomes a reality. 6. HEALTH CARE: What changes, if any, cure America’s energy needs while protecting Michigan University (2005) 5. IMMIGRATION: What specific changes, should be made to federal health care policies our water, air and land? if any, would you propose to current immigra- or programs? Please explain. A: I am confident we can make conserva- Qualifications / Experience: My qualifica- tion policy? Please explain. A: I support fully repealing ObamaCare tion and jobs a priority so that we are protect- tions stem from my God given Natural Rights A: It is immoral to treat individuals differ- and replacing it with market-based reforms to ing our Great Lakes and expanding our clean and my commitment not to violate yours. I ently based on what side of an artificial line make healthcare less costly and more accessi- energy sector. With our tradition of innovation understand the Declaration of Independence used to control people one happens to have ble. President Obama and Congressman Peters and our incredible natural resources, Michigan and believe it may be time for another. I will been born. If elected I would work across the promised us that with ObamaCare, our costs is uniquely positioned to lead the country in not advocate nor initiate force for political nor aisle to make it as easy as possible for people would be lowered, we could keep our plan, and securing our energy needs. Our automakers, social gain. to come to the nation legally. So-called ille- we could keep our doctor; yet 225,000 Michi- manufacturers, universities, and our talented 1. PRIORITIES: What are your top three na- gal aliens risk their life to get to the U.S. and gan families lost their health insurance. Many workforce can continue to lead in clean energy tional legislative priorities? Why did you select stay away from services they are paying for in more lost their critical doctor-patient relation- development and technology to create jobs, them? hopes of not being caught being here. I under- ship. We must solve these problems. My Michi- reduce greenhouse emissions, and lower costs A: Separation of Marriage and state: The stand those who would like to see the welfare gan First plan includes allowing insurance to for consumers. We must continue to invest in government should treat everyone as individu- state downsized before loosening immigration be sold across state lines, allowing small busi- clean energy to transform these challenges into als whether single, married, gay or straight. policy, but lives are at stake. Jesus taught us to nesses to purchase insurance in groups and al- an opportunity for Michigan. Doing so practically eliminates the same sex welcome the visitor and care for him, I will do lowing portable insurance for young workers. 4. MONEY IN ELECTIONS: Do you sup- marriage argument, and liberals and conser- all I can to that end. port the Disclose Act, which would require vatives will eventually agree. End War: The 6. HEALTH CARE: What changes, if any, Gary Peters, Democrat disclosure by outside groups of large campaign US has no business being the world's police- should be made to federal health care policies Campaign Website: www. contributions and expenditures? Why or why man. If those in power had to find volunteers or programs? Please explain. petersformichigan.com not? to fight and fund their operations, they'd likely A: The government struggles to even take Occupation / Current Position: U.S. Rep- A: I am very concerned about the lack of find better more peaceful solutions. Promotion care of our roads, why would we invite them resentative (MI-14) oversight and accountability stemming from and use of Free Software: Using Free Software to take care of our health? The U.S. has a sick Education: I graduated Magna Cum the Citizens United decision. Our nation was ( www.fsf.org ) allows individuals to inspect the care system, not a health care system, because Laude from Alma College. I earned an founded on the democratic principle that ev- source code and verify that what were seeing is we aren't focused on preventative care. In order eryone has a vote, but the sheer level of spend- to achieve a true health care system, we must M.A. from Michigan State University, a really what we are getting. ing from outside parties with interests that 2. ECONOMY: What should the federal gov- open the market and allow competition. Pro- J.D. from Wayne State University Law clash with the needs of Michiganders can ernment do to strengthen the national econo- viders should share their prices prior to services School, and an M.B.A from the Univer- have a corrupting influence on our elections. my, reduce unemployment, and address the being rendered, so consumers can make better sity of Detroit, Mercy. I strongly support improving transparency in widening income gap? more informed choices. It wasn't that long ago campaign spending and I helped introduce the A: Many of the problems in today's econo- that health insurance didn't exist, doctors still Qualifications / Experience: I have served on DISCLOSE Act. I am a cosponsor of the Fair my are caused by the privately owned federal made house calls, almost no one went bank- the Rochester Hills City Council, in the Michi- Elections Now Act and the Government By the reserve, and the laws established to keep away rupt paying their health care bills, and neigh- gan State Senate, as the Commissioner of the People Act, both of which take steps to empow- competition. In a libertarian society everything bors helped voluntarily. Michigan State Lottery, and I am now in my er more Americans and democratize political currently provided for by government would RICHARD A. MATKIN, U.S. Taxpayers third term in the U.S. House of Representa- campaigns. likely be better provided by a free market, re- Occupation / Current Position: U.S. tives. I also served in the U.S. Navy Reserve and 5. IMMIGRATION: What specific changes, gardless everything would be funded by either Army (Ret). AIRBORNE! held the rank of Lieutenant Commander. if any, would you propose to current immigra- user fees or donations. Short of a libertarian so- Education: BA University of Detroit 1. PRIORITIES: What are your top three na- tion policy? Please explain. ciety, I recommend the adoption of the People's Mercy (Summa cum Laude). MA Univer- tional legislative priorities? Why did you select A: We need to find a responsible way to fix Central Bank as defined by Eric WhoRU, fund- sity of Detroit Mercy them? our immigration system and protect national ing all four levels of government with inter- A: First, my top priority is working to rein- security. I support bipartisan solutions to com- ested on loans to private sector borrowers. In- vest in Michigan’s economy and grow jobs. I prehensive immigration reform like the pro- terest on your mortgage could be used to fund Qualifications / Experience: Lifetime mem- will continue to focus on expanding access to posal that passed the U.S. Senate last year, and roads, instead of funding bankers. ber of the Jesuit National Honor Society. Life- capital to small businesses like through my I was proud to vote for the DREAM Act. Bor- 3. ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT: What time member of Disabled American Veterans. SSBCI program and encouraging innovation der officials need to have the tools to secure our steps would you propose to secure America’s Lifetime member of Veterans of Foreign Wars. and entrepreneurship by expanding R&D tax borders and crack down on illegal immigration, energy needs while protecting our water, air I have taken the pulse of friend and foe of this credits. Second, our economy is only strong and employers should be able to attract the best and land? great nation under often challenging condi- when our middle class is strong. I support rais- and the brightest from all over the world. I also A: Most everyone wants clean air. Private tions, I have learned from many of the finest ing the minimum wage, reforming our tax code believe undocumented immigrants can have property rights are the key to achieving such. minds in their chosen fields of expertise and to stop giving outsourcers special tax breaks, the opportunity to earn citizenship if they are The largest polluter is the U.S. Government, what I am sure of is that America is the desti- and making education and skills training af- willing to go to the back of the line, pay taxes, yet its illegal to sue them. Allowing individuals nation of choice. fordable. Third, I want to make sure seniors and learn English. who own the water, and land that are touched Questions: can retire with dignity. I will fight efforts to 6. HEALTH CARE: What changes, if any, by our air to hold responsible all: governments, 1. PRIORITIES: What are your top three na- privatize Social Security and Medicare. should be made to federal health care policies corporations, and individuals, who pollute on tional legislative priorities? Why did you select 2. ECONOMY: What should the federal gov- or programs? Please explain. a dollar for dollar basis will force these pollut- them? ernment do to strengthen the national econo- A: The ACA takes an important step to en- ers to change their ways. Current legislation at- See Election Guide, Page 30 City Pulse • October 29, 2014 www.lansingcitypulse.com 30

and reaffirmed these statements. We need a Business “40 Under 40” Award, and the State Qualifications / Experience: I have over 15 moral change in Washington for a legislative Bar’s Outstanding Young Lawyer Award. Election Guide years in healthcare and social services, I also one to take effect 2. Please comment on your understanding have been active in my community putting in 5. IMMIGRATION: What specific changes, of what it means to have from page 29 40 plus hours a week into local and community if any, would you propose to current immigra- a fair, impartial, and inde- efforts. I feel what is important as a politician tion policy? Please explain. pendent judiciary and any A: 1. Education in all its foams. Nothing is is to listen and serve. I feel I have an exceed- A: I feel immigration is something that must related reforms you would more important. 2. National Security. From ing level of experience at these 2 components be addressed, while I feel the large scale answer suggest. space defense to border crossings, from cyber of this position. I also have seen how 1 law can will require work. structural changes to I.C.E A: To have a fair judicia- security to water treatment plants and the list cost 1000's essential services. I believe I am are paramount. Michigan is seeing an increase ry is to have Blind Justice. goes on. This is paramount to any nations sur- ready of gang violence from cartels that ultimately As a Justice, I will know I vival over time. 3. Quality friends on interna- come from the lack of security and account- have done my job when 1. PRIORITIES: What are your top three na- tional issues, we must bind government with ability from programs like Fast and Furious as a reading of my opinions tional legislative priorities? Why did you select chains to the constitution and at all cost con- arms, and drug deals our government contin- gives no indication of them? fine government to the will of the governed. ues to build with out worth weight convictions. whether I am a liberal or A: Money out of Politics and more impor- Bernstein 2. ECONOMY: What should the federal gov- This is the area I would like to see enforced and conservative, or a man or tantly campaigns - I feel as though the root of ernment do to strengthen the national econo- families allowed to fill out required paperwork woman. I will be guided all our branches of problems stem from money my, reduce unemployment, and address the and payment plans for expiring visa's. Allowing by the rule of law, precedent, and the belief in campaigns and politics. To combat this I widening income gap? families to stay together and Citizens to get in- that justice is for all. While I’ve been very care- have chosen to donate any incoming cam- A: This is America, the federal government creased funding ful not to state opinions in this campaign that paign money to help stop gang violence in my only needs to be clear with laws and then en- 6. HEALTH CARE: What changes, if any, would require recusal in the future on any is- home neighborhood of Edison. Also if elected joy the bounty american industry will provide. should be made to federal health care policies sue – I will say it is important to me that cam- to donate my home, and any wages surpassing Strong industry and equity of opportunity in or programs? Please explain. paign finance laws should foster transparency the MI poverty level. I have challenged other the free markets home and overseas will reduce A: I feel the AFA was a band aid approach and enable voters to make informed decisions. candidates to also take both steps, because I unemployment and help keep productive em- to appease Insurance companies, I want to see Citizens need to know that elected officials are believe it will take people of conviction to stop ployees in house. Compensation should and I universal healthcare that focuses on preventa- working only for them. corporate corruption. 2nd: Transitioning from believe will go up across the board according to tive holistic medicines, and restrictions put on 3. What are your top priorities if elected to fossil fuels (see energy) 3rd: Cutting corporate skill set and responsibility. pharmaceutical sponsorships with hospitals the Michigan Supreme Court? welfare (see economy 3. ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT: What and doctors. Sliding scale rates pending amont A: As a Justice of the Michigan Supreme 2. ECONOMY: What should the federal gov- steps would you propose to secure America’s of exercise, diet tracking, and check ups would Court, my top priority is to promote justice and ernment do to strengthen the national econo- energy needs while protecting our water, air give multiple levels of incentive for ever sector fairness for all the people of this State. I will my, reduce unemployment, and address the and land? of our population to live a healthier approach. achieve this goal by coming into every case with widening income gap? A: This is when our best and brightest can Further more I would demand the labeling of an open mind, listening to all sides, and apply- A: Cutting Corporate welfare is the most ef- and should excel, protecting our health and GMO's and double blind studies on the health ing the facts of each case to the law of the land. fective step we can take for our economy. The natural resources while at the same time using effects of most chemicals used in industrial disparity of wealth has grown in this country our nations geographical assets is a fine line food operations. pushing for local farming. as DOUG DERN that truly must be respected and utilized to the to the point that 95% of our new sector growth it is related to health. Campaign Website: fullest extent. Only the most skilled can maxi- from 09-12 went to the top 1%. Over 30 com- mize this effort and not mis-use or abuse what panies like DTE, GE, Verizon, and the NFL pay https://m.facebook.com/votedern has been freely provided to this in my opinion no taxes and get billions in subsidies. Banks Michigan Supreme Court Facebook Page: https://m.facebook.com/ greatest nation on the planet. that were bailed out in 08 are 33% larger after votedern 4. MONEY IN ELECTIONS: Do you sup- doubling our nations debt and gave out 26 bil- Full Terms Occupation / Current Position: port the Disclose Act, which would require lion in bonuses in 2013 ( more then every fed- Self employed attorney eral annual minimum wage salary combined), disclosure by outside groups of large campaign General Election: November 4, 2014 Education: Cooley law school most of these companies pay both major par- contributions and expenditures? Why or why 5 Candidates on the ballot ties and receive no sincere accountability. Ac- not? Duties: The Michigan Supreme Court is the 1. Describe your qualifications and expe- countability must be our 1st step A: Yes, simply for accountability. state's highest court and makes the final de- rience for Justice of the Michigan Supreme 3. ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT: What 5. IMMIGRATION: What specific changes, termination and interpretation of Michigan's Court and explain your reasons for running. steps would you propose to secure America’s if any, would you propose to current immigra- laws. It supervises all other state courts. A: My qualifications are field experience. I'm energy needs while protecting our water, air tion policy? Please explain. Term: 8 years a lawyer in the trenches. I'm not a big firm back and land? A: We have an immigration system that is ground I'm a solo practitioner. I'm in touch A: Transition is essential to get away from VOTE for no more than TWO (2) second to none, no more laws needed only with the people. I'm in touch with real world short term investments we are told are sustain- quality enforcement of what is already in place. justice. able. A pipeline running under the straits of RICHARD BERNSTEIN 6. HEALTH CARE: What changes, if any, 2. Please comment on your understanding Mackinac can spill 1.5 million gallons of oil in Campaign Website: www. should be made to federal health care policies of what it means to have a fair, impartial, and 8 minutes by the owning company Enbridge's bernsteinforjustice.com or programs? Please explain. independent judiciary and any related reforms own admission. A spill would cost us 20% of A: I utilize the VA system and when proce- Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/Ber- you would suggest. the entire worlds fresh water supply. New gas dure is followed it has met most of my expecta- nsteinForJustice A: Fair and impartial has to be for the great- fracking methods used over 22 million gallons tions. VA is a large federal health system that Occupation / Current Position: Attor- er good. The people in power at local or na- of water in Kalkaska. Transitioning to existing has many of the same challenges as many large ney/Partner at the Sam Bernstein Law tional levels are there because someone had a models like high speed solar trains used in Eu- organizations, as will the entire federal health Firm financial interest. Its been that way since time rope, and localizing industrial hemp that has care program, we as a consumer must be vigi- began. There is so many reforms I can't begin the adaptability of an estimated 30,000 indus- Education: B.G.S. University of Michigan lant and keep those paid to work for us ac- to discuss them. trial products would create a new local focused '96; J.D. Northwestern University School countable for their actions. 3. What are your top priorities if elected to industrial revolution of Law '99 the Michigan Supreme Court? 4. MONEY IN ELECTIONS: Do you sup- CHRIS WAHMHOFF, Green A: To bring a balance back to the halls of jus- port the Disclose Act, which would require 1. Describe your qualifications and expe- Campaign Website: http:// tice. And if you want to know what I mean take disclosure by outside groups of large campaign rience for Justice of the Michigan Supreme s good look at how out of sack the system is and Wahmhofforsenate.com contributions and expenditures? Why or why Court and explain your reasons for running. ask yourself is this fair. Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/ not? A: As an attorney handling complex civil chris.wahmhoff A: I believe all politicians should work for litigation for 15 years, I’ve fought and won Occupation / Current Position:I current- minimum/poverty wage I support the Disclose landmark, precedent-setting cases through the BILL MURPHY ly work for A+ Nursing as a home health act, but feel there must be a moral precedence public service practice I founded. As the former Campaign Website: www.electjudge aide, in Kalamazoo county taken in politics to realistically change the land chair of the WSU Board of Governors, I ac- murphy.com Education: I have a large Arts and scape of a government that is more up for auc- quired the administrative experience necessary Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/ Psychology majored education. Through tion then vote. 20 year studies from Princeton to best serve on the Court. My work has been judgebillmurphy recognized with several community and legal employment I have taken numerous , and other universities have boldly said we are Occupation / Current Position: Chief not a democracy based on the influence of pow- awards, including Michigan Lawyers Weekly’s Judge, Michigan Court of Appeals proficiency, healthcare and legal Leader in the Law award, Detroit News Michi- er and legislative representation in our laws Education: Michigan State University, documentation trainings as my work is and government . Countless other Universities, ganian of the Year, the State Bar’s John W. funded by legislation articles, and legislative and economic minds Cummiskey Pro Bono Award, Crain’s Detroit See Election Guide, Page 31 31 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • October 29, 2014

independent judiciary and any related reforms must always be mindful of their constitutional you would suggest. duties and insure that they fulfill those duties 3. What are your top priorities if elected to Election Guide A: 2. A fair, impartial and independent judi- without exceeding them. When the system the Michigan Supreme Court? ciary applies the law as it is plainly written; giv- works in this way equal justice under law is A: The future of the judicial system is for from page 30 ing the ordinary and everyday understanding achieved and no reforms are necessary. the People to decide, but that future must to the statutes and Constitutional provisions 3. What are your top priorities if elected to recover a solid commitment to the rule of 1967, Bachelor of Arts Wayne State Uni- they are applying or interpreting. It respects the the Michigan Supreme Court? law, not the law of judges. Michigan Law- versity Law School, 1970, Juris Doctor separation of powers and understands it is the A: My continuing priority will be to ensure yers must also be freed from the politicized duty of the judiciary to apply the law fairly and that the law is interpreted as it is written. This State Bar of Michigan, by elimination of its Questions: equally, regardless of claim, party or the per- approach promotes the rule of law so that all compulsory membership requirements. The 1. Describe your qualifications and expe- sonal feeling of any judicial officer themselves; who come to court receive equal justice under Supreme Court should be leading this fight. rience for Justice of the Michigan Supreme not to create the law. It must be completely in- law. From an administrative point of view, I Instead, it sides with the Bar in compelling Court and explain your reasons for running. dependent of influences separate from the facts will continue to address upgrading the tech- lawyers to pay money to the Bar for the prop- A: As a Michigan Court of Appeals judge for of a case or the applicable law which applies to nological capabilities of Michigan courts. A agation of ideas with which they disagree. almost thirty years, I am the most experienced the matter under consideration party should be able to e-file pleadings and Securing our rights is the states only compel- candidate for the Michigan Supreme Court. 3. What are your top priorities if elected to have electronic access to public records across ling interest. My track record as a fair and impartial jurist the Michigan Supreme Court? Michigan. Local funding of our courts makes and administrator has led me to be appointed A: As a Justice of the Court to be faithful implementation of such a statewide system DEBORAH A. THOMAS Chief Judge of the Court of Appeals three times. to the Constitutions of the United States and complex. Nonetheless, next year my Court ex- Campaign Website: www.JudgeDebo- Under my leadership the Court has been recog- Michigan. To evenly and fairly apply the law pects to propose to the Legislature a compre- rahThomasForJustice.com as it is plainly written. To issue clear and logi- hensive statewide e-filing plan. nized as a national leader in efficiency in busi- Facebook Page: Deborah Thomas cal opinions based solely on the requirements ness practices. As a member of the Supreme Occupation / Current Position: Judge, Court, I hope to continue my service, providing of the law as applied to the facts of each case. an impartial ear and just voice from the bench. I will also strive to help the Judiciary improve Michigan Supreme Court Wayne County 3rd Circuit Court 2. Please comment on your understanding our system of justice to make it more efficient Education: J.D. Valparaiso Univ. Schlo- of what it means to have a fair, impartial, and and fair with greater access and transparency Partial Term to 1/1/17 ol of Law, Master of Arts, Criminal independent judiciary and any related reforms throughout the State so as to assist citizens’ General Election: November 4, 2014 Justice, Univ. of Detroit, Bachelor of you would suggest. ability to utilize the Courts when they find it 3 Candidates on the ballot Arts, Education, Western Mich.Univ., A: I believe that a fair legal system grants necessary to do so in their personal and busi- Duties: The Michigan Supreme Court is Diploma, Cass Technical High School, the state's highest court and makes the final all citizens access to the courts and affords all ness responsibilities. Certificate, US Air Univ equal protection under the law. It requires a determination and interpretation of Michi- judge to faithfully and impartially perform the gan's laws. It supervises all other state courts. BRIAN ZAHRA Term: 2 years 1. Describe your qualifications and expe- duties of the office. rience for Justice of the Michigan Supreme 3. What are your top priorities if elected to Campaign Website: www.Zahrafor VOTE for no more than ONE (1) justice.com Court and explain your reasons for running. the Michigan Supreme Court? A: Currently serving 19th year as a Judge Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/ A: As a member of the Court, I will walk into KERRY L. MORGAN in the Wayne County Circuit Court. Prior to every case with an open mind and I will use JusticeBrianZahra Campaign Website: democracy.com/ taking the bench, practice law as a private at- my extensive experience to provide insight and Occupation / Current Position: Justice, MorganforJustice torney, staff attorney with Oakland County knowledge in order to reach a just outcome. Michigan Supreme Court Occupation / Current Position: Legal Aid Society and the UAW legal Ser- Education: JD, University of Detroit Attorney. pview.findlaw.com/ vices Plan. I also acted as house council with JAMES ROBERT REDFORD School of Law, 1987; BGS, Wayne State view/2750666_1 Michigan Department of Labor, and SEM- Campaign Website: http://judgeredford. University, 1984 Education: Regent University, M.A. TA, now known as SMART transportation. com/candidate-bio/ Public Policy, magna cum laude, 1985. The Michigan Supreme Court is the admin- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook. Detroit College of Law, J.D., 1981 istrator for all Michigan courts. I would like 1. Describe your qualifications and expe- to increase the number os speciality courts in com/JamesRobertRedford Michigan State University, B.A. Po- Michigan including Veterans Courts, Drug Occupation / Current Position: Kent rience for Justice of the Michigan Supreme litical Science and Criminal Justice, Court and explain your reasons for running. Court, Mental Health Courts and Restor- County Circuit Court Judge, Chief Judge honors, 1977. ative Justice Programs. Pro Tem 17th Circuit Court A: I have been privileged to serve the people of Michigan for 20 years; 4 years as a circuit 2. Please comment on your understand- Education: University of Detroit School court judge; 12 years as a Judge of the Court 1. Describe your qualifications and expe- ing of what it means to have a fair, impartial, of Law JD 1985 John Carroll University of Appeals; and 4 years as a Justice of the Su- rience for Justice of the Michigan Supreme and independent judiciary and any related BSBA 1982 U S Navy JAGC Lawyer’s preme Court. I am running because of my pas- Court and explain your reasons for running. reforms you would suggest. Course 1985 U S Army JAGC Military sion for the rule of law. A: The Supreme Court needs Justices who A: The role of a judge is to follow the law Judge’s Course 2006 Detroit Catholic When the rule of law is will apply the law as written, not as it ought as set by our founding father's. Every citizen Central HS 1978 followed, a person’s case to be written in the mind of the Judge. My has the right to impartial and expeditious 1. Describe your qualifications and expe- will be decided exclu- background in the law for over thirty years justice, without worry of personal, social, or rience for Justice of the Michigan Supreme sively on the legal merits has taught me the importance of this pur- political voiews cloudiong the landscape,. Court and explain your reasons for running. of the claim and not on a pose. My experience in the practice of law The courts must protect the Bill of Rights A: 1. I am running for judge’s subjective view of before judges has taught me that judges are and the rights of Michigan Citizens con- the Supreme Court be- which party is more sym- reluctant to simply apply the law as written. ferred by the United States Constitution and cause I have a passion for pathetic or deserving. This I can bring a balanced respect for the written the Michigan Constitution. justice under the law and is the best way to ensure law and the Constitution in particular, to the 3. What are your top priorities if elected to a lifelong commitment to an objective and balanced bench so that Justice may be done. the Michigan Supreme Court? 2. Please comment on your understand- public service. My 11 years approach to the interpre- Zahra A: Work toward increasing the number of as a State Circuit Court tation of law. More impor- ing of what it means to have a fair, impartial, speciality courts in Michigan. Also work to Judge in Grand Rapids tantly, this is the only way and independent judiciary and any related expand the use of restorative justice projects overseeing in excess of to ensure equal justice under law. reforms you would suggest. utilized by the courts. Enhance accessibility 8,000 cases, 28 years in 2. Please comment on your understanding A: A judiciary cannot be fair unless it is of the courts for all of its citizens. Explore al- the U. S. Navy JAGC in- of what it means to have a fair, impartial, and governed by the law itself. It cannot be im- ternative dispute resolution programs which partial unless it is no respecter of those who will provide more efficient means of reach- cluding 5 years as a mili- Redford independent judiciary and any related reforms tary judge and my years you would suggest. stand before it--either rich or poor, citizen ing resolutions of disputed matters while as a Federal Prosecutor A: A fair, impartial and independent judi- or alien. It cannot be independent unless protecting the constitutional guarantees of and in private practice give me a unique depth ciary is one that interprets the law as it is writ- it if first accepts the idea that the law is its citizens. and breadth of legal experience to bring to the ten without rewriting it to state what a judge sole master and not the other branches of Court. The values learned from growing up in believes the law should be. Lower courts should the government. A judiciary cannot do jus- DAVID VIVIANO tice even in basic human terms, unless it a large family in Detroit, from being a husband follow the precedent established by the Su- Campaign Website: http:// and father, an Eagle Scout and lifelong Boy preme Court. The Supreme Court should fol- embraces the idea that the civil government has no compelling interest whatsoever, other vivianoforjustice.com/ Scout also prepare me for this important office. low its own precedent unless prior cases were Facebook Page: https://www.facebook. 2. Please comment on your understanding wrongly decided and correction of those cases than the preservation and protection of our of what it means to have a fair, impartial, and serves the best interest of Michigan. Judges rights. See Election Guide, Page 32 City Pulse • October 29, 2014 www.lansingcitypulse.com 32

Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon, Sagi- Outside of family, our public schools provide jobs in Michigan. naw, Sanilac, Schoolcraft, Shiawassee, St. our children with their most important path Election Guide Clair, Tuscola and Wexford Counties to opportunity. Again, we are not going to General Election: November 4, 2014 "cut" our way to achievement. Our children Jeff Wood, Libertarian from page 31 2 Candidates on the ballot deserve teachers that are well trained and Did Not Respond in Time for Inclusion Duties: The Michigan Appeals Court is properly supported in the classroom with com/JusticeDavidViviano the primary appeals court of the state. There reduced classroom sizes. We need to imple- The League of Women Voters is a nonpar- Occupation / Current Position: Justice are 4 Appeals Court districts. ment more project based learning like STEM tisan national organization whose pur- of the Michigan Supreme Court Term: 6 years curriculum and do a better job of offering pose is to promote political responsibility Education: B.A., Hillsdale College; VOTE for no more than THREE (3) vocational and trade education for students through informed and active participa- Candidates Unopposed on the ballot. who are not college bound. Our children de- J.D., University of Michigan Law tion of citizens in government. The League No questionnaires were sent. serve our investment. School Michael J. Kelly 3. The aggressive growth in the income never supports or opposes any candidate Amy Ronayne Krause gap is a defining issue of our time. Increasing or political party. Candidate responses 1. Describe your qualifications and expe- Patrick Murphy Meter the minimum wage to $10.10 is a start but are included as submitted and have not rience for Justice of the Michigan Supreme we also need to put our neighbors back to been edited except in cases where the re- Court and explain your reasons for running. work. Investing what we should in our roads plies have exceeded the stated word limita- A: In addition to my service on the Michi- and bridges would create 119,000 good pay- tions. Spelling and Grammar were not gan Supreme Court, I served as a trial judge Michigan Senate ing jobs while making them safer. Michigan corrected. The inclusion of candidates’ and later as the Chief Judge of the Macomb also needs to commit to becoming a blue County Circuit and Probate Courts. Along District 22 statements and opinions is solely in the economy and an alternative energy leader. interest of public service and in no way is with my administrative duties, as a trial November 4, 2014 General Election When we passed energy efficiency standards to be construed as an endorsement by the judge I managed a busy docket consisting of 3 Candidates for ONE 4-year term in 2008, we created 20,500 good paying jobs civil and criminal matters. I have very diverse Duties: The Michigan Senate shares re- and 4 billion dollars in economic activity. A League of Women Voters which takes no legal experience, having worked for two na- sponsibility with the Michigan House of 25% RES and 2% Energy Efficiency stan- responsibility for any views or facts stated tionally-recognized law firms and started my Representatives to enact new laws and dard is projected to create over 44,000 new by the candidates. own firm before taking the bench. I am run- amend or repeal existing laws. ning to retain my seat because I believe that Qualifications: State Senators may serve a I have the moral foundation, legal training, maximum of two full terms. They must be and life experience to serve as a thoughtful, at least 21 years of age and a registered voter passionate and principled justice. in their district. There are 38 State Senate 2. Please comment on your understand- districts which are re-apportioned after each ing of what it means to have a fair, impartial, census. and independent judiciary and any related Questions: (625 character limit for each) reforms you would suggest. 1. Priorities: What are your top three state A: I believe that equal justice under law legislative priorities? Why did you select means that the party with the better argu- them? ment on how the law applies to a given set 2. Education: The test scores of Michi- of facts must prevail, without consideration gan students, once among the highest in of status, wealth, or influence and without the country, have dropped, making Michi- reference to popular sentiment or political gan one of the lowest achieving states. What expedience. A judiciary that adheres to the measures would you support to improve ed- rule of law, interpreting and applying the ucational results? law according to the law-maker’s intent and 3. Economy: What should the state gov- not the judge’s own policy preferences, is ernment do to strengthen the state's econo- the fairest legal system because it provides a my, reduce unemployment, and address the principled and predictable basis for settling widening income gap? disputes. 3. What are your top priorities if elected to the Michigan Supreme Court? Joe Hune, Republican A: If retained, I will continue to decide Campaign Website: www.joehune.com each case according to my rule of law judicial Did Not Respond in Time for Inclusion philosophy. This approach has brought clari- Shari Pollesch, Democrat ty and consistency to the law, and I will work Campaign Website: with my colleagues to continue that trend. I www.voteforshari.com will continue to press for administrative re- forms and technological innovation within Facebook Page: Shari Pollesch the court system. We need to expand e-filing for State Senate and improve our capability to manage elec- Occupation / Current Position: Part- tronic content by, among other things, mak- ner, Burchfield, Park & Pollesch P.C. ing court filings available on the internet. We Education: Juris Doctorate need to make sure we are doing more with less and not using scarce resources as an ex- Qualifications / Experience: I have a prov- cuse for poor performance. en record of being a strong advocate and having a commitment to social justice. These qualities will guide me to policymaking that Michigan Appeals Court puts people before special interests. 1. The results are all around us. We have District 4 tried cutting our way to prosperity - it is not Includes Alcona, Alger, Alpena, Antrim, working! Instead, it has left us with crum- Arenac, Baraga, Bay, Benzie, Charlevoix, bling roads and bridges, essential services Cheboygan, Chippewa, Clare reduced to unsafe levels, struggling schools, Clinton, Crawford, Delta, Dickenson, Em- and the sale of Michigan’s natural resources met, Gladwin, Gogebic, Grand Traverse, to the highest bidder. We have to invest in Gratiot, Houghton, Huron, our communities. No one wants to pay wast- Ingham, Iosco, Iron, , Kalkaska, ed tax dollars, but an overwhelming majority Keweenaw, Lake, Lapeer, Leelanau, Livings- of citizens support smart government that ton, Luce, Mackinac, Manistee, invests taxes responsibly to keep our com- Marquette, Mecosta, Menominee, Mid- munities safe and thriving. land, Missaukee, Montmorency, Ogemaw, 2. Michigan has not invested a new dol- Ontonagon, Osceola, Oscoda, lar into k-12 education since before 2004. City Pulse • October 29, 2014 www.lansingcitypulse.com 33

ARTS & CULTURE ART BOOKS FILM MUSIC THEATER spotlight on high school valedictorians. “Like many women who were firsts, the about themselves.” “(We use) the reach and power of the sta- greatest challenge I faced was men — and Elizabeth Lehman Belen (1886- Above and beyond tion to perform a kind of magic,” Findlater some women — thinking a woman should 1975) was the second woman elected to said. She also created a literacy program for stay in her place,” Mason said. “The glass ceil- the Michigan House of Representatives. adults, called “Learn to Read.” ing was and still is a reality and protected by She was the found- recognition When Dorothy A. Johnson was in the the status quo.” er of the Eleanor third grade, she said her teacher asked every- Mason is an active leader of the Roosevelt League of Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame one in the class to bring in 10 cents so they Democratic party; she has spoken at four Women, the League inducts 11 new members could buy a harmonica. Johnson knew 10 National Democratic Conventions and sec- of Women Voters and cents was too much onded the nomination of vice presidential the Lansing Visiting On Thursday, 11 women will be inducted for one of her class- candidate Geraldine Ferraro in 1984. Nurses Association. into the Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame. mates, so she asked “I learned early that you should not try to Belen also estab- This year’s collection of notable Michigan everyone to chip in a change who you are,” she said. “It’s better to lished Willow Wood women includes an historic equestrian, a penny so their class- learn the system and work from the inside to Manor (originally revolutionary biology researcher and a real mate could have one open it up.” the Lansing Woman’s mover and shaker. Well, not so much a shak- too. At the time, she Marylou Olivarez Mason was named Home), an assist- er, but she is the founder of the country’s larg- didn’t know the mean- Hispanic Woman of the Year in 2000. She ed living center on Belen est franchised moving company. ing of the word phi- was the first Hispanic woman on the Lansing Lansing’s north side. MaryLee Davis lanthropy, but even at Community College Board of Trustees, and But while being Michigan Women’s got her start in a young age, Johnson she also started the Michigan Hispanic successful in politics, education and health- Hall of Fame community service displayed the heart Heritage Month celebration, the Hispanic care, Belen still found time to stop and smell Awards Dinner & as a Girl Scout. of a leader who made Johnson Student Summit and Legislative Advocacy the roses — literally. She started Belen’s Induction Ceremony “The values it a priority to give Day at the Capitol. Flowers, a floral shop that has been in busi- 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30 and work of Girl to others. Mason, 78, is also is the executive direc- ness in Lansing for more than seven decades. Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center Scouting helped “I always had a desire to do what I could tor of the Hispanic/Latino Commission of As part of the Sisters of Mercy, Sister Mary 219 S. Harrison Road, East shape who I am do to help other people,” Johnson said. She Michigan and has received recognition from Carmelita Manning Lansing $125 today,” she said. served as a leader in a number of statewide the president of Mexico. (1888-1962) found- (517) 484-1880, Davis, an MSU nonprofit and community service organi- Andra M. Rush, 53, is chairwoman ed the first central michiganwomens alumna, leads a zations, and is president emeritus of the and CEO of the Rush Group Family of school of nursing in halloffame.org number of state Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Companies, which consists of Rush Trucking, Michigan and built and national orga- at Grand Valley State University. Johnson is Dakkota Integrated Systems and Detroit and opened Mercy nizations and works in a variety of areas, constantly improving philanthropy in the Manufacturing Systems. The enterprise is College of Detroit in including healthcare, education and commu- state of Michigan as she co-shares an ini- one of the largest Native American-owned 1941. She also helped nity service. tiative called “Learning to Give” where she businesses in the country. Rush received with the administra- Davis was the first works with K-12 students to teach young personal acknowledgement from President tion of 25 hospitals in woman to serve as people how to give. Barack Obama at this year’s State of the the Mercy system, the a legislative liaison In 1979, Julie Krone won 20 horse races Union Address for being a jobs creator. sixth largest Catholic officer at a public uni- on the Michigan fair circuit. Quite an accom- Mary Ellen Sheets is the founder of Two healthcare structure Manning versity in Michigan plishment for anyone, but Krone did it at 16, Men and a Truck, the nation’s largest fran- in the U.S. and she was the first destroying the notion that jockeying was a chised moving company that celebrated its The national bird woman to serve as a man’s sport. 5 millionth move ear- bounced back from the threat of extinction secretary of the MSU “People would think I was weak physically lier this year. Not bad with some help from Lucille Farrier Stickel Board of Trustees. because I was a girl,” Krone said. “But I sur- for a $350 investment (1915-2007), the first woman to direct a Davis offered a few prised them with my endurance, agility and made in 1985. major federal labora- words of advice to the speed with which I could communicate Sheets used the tory. Under Stickel’s young women. Davis them to a race horse.” company’s first direction, it was dis- “Dare to dream, Krone, 51, was the first woman to win $1,000 profit by dis- covered that the pes- believe in yourself and thoroughbred riding championships in tributing it among ticide DDT was caus- choose your friends wisely, because the people the toughest competitions across the coun- 10 local charities, ing the eggshells of with whom you spend a lot of time will have try, and is the only woman to win a Triple and that spirit of giv- bald eagles to become a tremendous impact Crown race. She’s been acknowledged by ing back has been a too thin, which was on your life,” she said. the Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame, the hallmark of the com- leading to the bird of Jeanne Findlater National Women’s Hall of Fame, the National pany’s SOP: It still Sheets prey’s dwindling pop- was the first woman Cowgirl Hall of Fame and the Michigan donates 10 cents from ulation. Her research to lead a major TV Sports Hall of Fame. each move to the American Cancer Society, was the basis of the station in 1979 as “This is a wonderful honor,” Krone said. and has given more than $16 million to vari- landmark 1962 book Stickel vice president of ABC “And it's made even more special because ous causes in the last 29 years. “Silent Spring,” which Television and gener- my father still lives in Michigan and gets to “To me its one of the most important has been credited as al manager of WXYZ- attend the ceremonies.” things,” Sheets said. “It’s our home, it’s where brining environmental science and wildlife TV in Detroit. She Barbara Roberts Mason served 24 years we live. I have been so fortunate and lucky so conservation to the mainstream. She was spends most of her on the State Board of Education, promoting why not help others?” awarded the Federal Woman’s Award in time staying involved foreign language education, global studies Sheets said she’s honored to be part of this 1968. Her research continues to influence in civic organizations Findlater and exchange programs. As an advocate for year’s batch of inductees. pesticide regulations. and leading WXYZ. international understanding, Mason, 74, has “The other ladies are very impressive,” she She oversees original content programs done educational consulting and research in said. “I am kind of shy. No one wants to stand (Anne Abendroth, Beth Waldon and Krista such as “Best of the Class,” which puts the Germany, Japan and Korea. in front of a large group of people and talk Wilson contributed to this story) 34 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • October 29, 2014

Thursday-Friday; noon-4 p.m. Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday. 325 Grove St., East Lansing. (517) 333- 7180. Lookout! Art Gallery "Tapestry as Testimony: Arpilleras of Chile," from the collection of Eliana Loveluck. Also: "Broken," an instal- lation addressing human traffick- ing by Sally Thielen and Susan Clinthorne. Reception: 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4. Hours: 1-3 p.m. New Exhibits China,” by various artists. Reception: 6 p.m. Monday-Friday. Residential College in the Arts and Humanities at MSU, PRESENTING Clinton County Arts Council Works by var- Thursday, Oct. 30. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Courtesy photo ious artists. Reception: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. Tuesday-Thursday & Saturday-Sunday; noon- 362 Bogue St., Room C210, MSU "Bridge" by David Smith, part of East Lansing Public “NEW PAINTINGS BY 16. Hours: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday; 9 p.m. Friday; closed Monday. 556 E. Circle campus, East Lansing. (517) 355- Art Gallery's November exhibit. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. 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ed to this production with many rumbling could dish out angry, engag- chuckles and several murmurs of satisfac- ing dialogue as they pranced tion, with a few snickers and snorts through- across the stage with worthy out the play, as Coward’s articulate and witty wordplay. dialogue was presented Costumes, in the capable Smells like “Blithe Spirit” crisply and clearly. hands of Nancy Sisson, were Rivewalk Theatre 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. Central to the attended to well. The care- 30; 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. energy and move- fully designed set put togeth- team ‘Spirit’ 31-Saturday, Nov. 1; 2 ment of the play was er by Leroy Cupp and Eric p.m. Sunday, Nov. 2 $15/$12 student, senior, the performance of Chatfield helped set the tone Supernatural comedy benefits military ($10/$8 Thursday) Erin Hoffmann as for a living room suggestive 220 Museum Drive, from solid ensemble, classic script Lansing the eccentric psychic of the early 1900s. (517) 482-5700, Madame Arcati, a lithe John Liskey and By TOM HELMA riverwalktheatre.com and blithe spirit flit- Jacqueline Payne, as Dr. and It’s been 73 years since Noël Coward ting and flying across the stage with a dra- Photo by LukeAnthony Photography Mrs. Bradman, best friends debuted his supernatural romantic comedy matic flair and a comic characterization that of the Condomines, added “Blithe Spirit.” In the years since, there have brought applause regularly. Hoffmann, who Noël Coward’s classic supernatural comedy “Blithe additional stiff-upper-lip been multiple permutations, both on stage was outstanding this year in Over-the-Ledge Spirit” plays at Riverwalk through Sunday. supporting roles. Chanae and in the movies, on the theme Theatre Co.’s drama “The Vibrator Play,” dem- Houska, as the maid Edith, Review of one’s spouse coming back onstrated that she can handle comedy as well. as the audience noted that Charles could see was a properly officious maiden. from the dead to haunt them. Sarah Hauck, as Elvira, the spouse Elvira but Ruth could not. In the hands of a less capable director, this So the question is: Can a community theater brought back from the dead, brought addi- The steady-as-she-goes demeanor of Culp play might have dragged into a sleepy, never- bring an elderly stage play back to life, over- tional electricity from the spirit world. She was an effective counterpoint to the mischie- ending saga. But director Susan Chmurynsky coming the notion that the theme has been was appropriately loopy and loose, gliding in vous Elvira, and with the even-tempered pulled off something of a coup here, match- done so many times that the original has from the mysterious ether of “the other side” stance of the staid Charles (Greg Pratt), she ing the theme of the play, bringing someone entirely lost its luster? to create emotional havoc in the stoic house- balanced out the oddball eccentricities of — in this case, something — back from the Yes, it can. hold of Charles Condomine and his second Arcati and Elvira. dead with a stylish production. Riverwalk Theatre’s audience respond- wife, Ruth (Lynn Culp). Laughs abounded Pratt and Culp also demonstrated they Kudos.

Timothy Muffitt tosses the keys to MSU’s “When you get the orchestra underneath an ‘Oh.’” director of choral studies, David Rayl, and you and you sing it straight through and don’t Bruckner lived and worked in Linz, Adrenaline this year Rayl is unleashing a rarely per- have to stop and start and repeat things, it’s Austria, so Mozart’s “Linz” symphony formed, thundering masterpiece. The other not tiring,” he said. seemed an apt palate cleanser between the composers on the program — Schubert, For the audience, a rare, live performance heavier courses. and High C Mozart and Beethoven — aren’t exactly of a massive work like “Te Deum” offers “It’s a little livelier than the Schubert,” slouches, but Rayl chose them because they the kind of visceral experience no record Rayl said. “On the other hand, it’s a nice Symphony unleashes Bruckner’s all influenced Bruckner. can equal. foil because it’s a typical (scaled-down) “None of the other pieces have the same “Recordings never struggle,” Rayl said. Mozart orchestra.” ‘Te Deum’ in massive choral program kind of overwhelming grandeur that the “There’s something about the physicality of Saturday’s vocal soloists draw from the By LAWRENCE COSENTINO Bruckner has,” Rayl said. “It’s a very powerful singing and playing you don’t get when lis- ever-widening spill of talent infiltrating the Nobody reads the arts section to find more and spiritual work.” tening to a recording.” nation after graduating from Michigan State things to worry about, but here’s one anyway. Somewhat ominously, Rayl said the From “Te Deum,” Rayl worked backward University’s music programs. Let’s say you go to Saturday’s annu- Bruckner is “not impossible for the chorus.” to program music by composers who influ- Soprano Elizabeth Toy Botero, a recent al Lansing Symphony choral blowout. “The most challenging thing about it is enced Bruckner, beginning with Beethoven. grad, is remembered by local music lovers Overwhelmed by the sight of some 200 the range and the tessitura,” he said. Muffitt helped Rayl put the program for several coruscating performances for the massed choristers and musicians from Think of tessitura, the average vocal range together. MSU Opera Theater. the MSU Choral of a piece of music, as a readout of the RPM Beethoven’s popular chorus, the Mezzo-soprano Meg Bragle, a graduate of Lansing Symphony Union, State Singers, required from the pink little gears inside the “Hallelujah” from “Christ on the Mount the University of Michigan’s vocal and violin Orchestra University Chorale singers’ necks. For this music, the needle is of Olives,” seemed a natural opener. programs and MSU’s choral conducting pro- MSU Choral Union, and the full orches- University Chorale, State stuck in the red. Unsurprisingly, it’s the most densely orches- gram, has gone on to very big things. She has Singers tra, you drop your “The sopranos have to sustain a high G trated piece on the program and, as Rayl sung with many top conductors and orches- David Rayl, conductor program under the sharp forever, high A forever, and then they said, “an attention grabber.” Strangely, Rayl tras, including John Eliot Gardiner and the Elizabeth Toy Botero, soprano seat. The lights go have to sing a couple of measures of high C, has never conducted it before, even though English Baroque Soloists. (A critic from BBC Meg Bragle, mezzo- down. which is pretty much unheard of in choral it’s among the most often performed orches- Music Magazine called her aria in Bach’s B soprano Andrew Crane, tenor How will you music,” Rayl said. tra-and-chorus works. Minor Mass “spine-tingling.”) Dan Ewart, bass-baritone know when the Bruckner’s disregard for human limita- As a foil to the gargantuan Bruckner, Andrew Crane, another MSU choral 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1 night’s major work, Wharton Center Cobb tions may be explained by the Austrian com- Rayl chose Franz Schubert’s tender, lyrical conducting grad, sang several oratorios Great Hall Anton Bruckner’s “Te poser’s background as an organist. While Mass No. 2, usually heard with only chorus during his time in East Lansing. Bass solo- $15-50 Deum,” has begun? taking in the “Te Deum’s” mighty blasts, and strings. ist Dan Ewart, a doctoral student at MSU, (517) 487-5001, lansingsymphony.org Two quick anec- it’s not hard to picture a 100-foot-tall bald Recently, an authentic set of trumpet was a robust Marcello in “La Bohème” last dotes will put this guy, playing the chorus as if it were a giant and tympani parts were discovered for the spring. But can this able crew of soloists do fear in perspective. In grade school sex edu- keyboard, leaning on the high notes to his Schubert, and Rayl will add those to the mix justice to the gentle Schubert and the stormy cation class, one of my classmates timidly heart’s content. for the first time in his career. Bruckner? Rayl said it’s not as much of a raised his hand and asked how he’d know “He doesn’t care how hard it is,” Rayl said. “I’m sure that Bruckner, growing up, knew stretch as it may seem. when he was having an orgasm. “He certainly treats the wind instruments that piece,” Rayl said. Listeners Saturday will “You’d think you’d need big, loud, honk- “You’ll know,” the teacher said. like a big organ. They play big, sustained be struck by the way Bruckner picked up ing voices in the Bruckner, but everything One more: A few years ago, before GPS chords, and when he adds brass, it’s just like one of Schubert’s favorite harmonic turns, the soloist sings is quite simply orchestrated,” and smart phones, I drove down a dirt road pulling out organ stops.” an unorthodox combination of notes, which he said. “There’s no need for big, Wagnerian in northern California, wondering if I’d know The experience can be exhausting for the Rayl described as “like turning the lights on voices. They can have the lyricism they when I found the grove of redwood trees I singers. So far, Rayl has had to pace the cho- in a room.” need for the Schubert and be just fine in was looking for. rus-only rehearsals carefully. Performance “We were just in rehearsal today, strug- the Bruckner.” I knew. is another matter. Adrenaline and High C gling with a little place where he does that,” Rayl paused a few seconds. “Maybe I Once a year, Lansing Symphony maestro make a fine cocktail. Rayl said. “It’s not a shock, just more of shouldn’t have said ‘honking.’” 36 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • October 29, 2014 Mid-Michigan gets its close-up in ELFF discovery 17th Annual East Lansing Film Festival East Lansing Film By ALLAN I. ROSS extraordinary. It wasn’t planned this way, it just breadth and quality of its stringed instruments. Now that Batman and Superman have returned came together.” The religious-themed feature “Ashes of Eden” was Festival Thursday, Oct. 30-Thursday, to their respective secret hideouts, East Lansing The documentary “Second Shift: From Crisis shot in nearby Portland and the short “Unplugged” Nov. 6 residents who’d gotten starry-eyed about being to Collaboration,” produced by MessageMakers follows some Michigan State University students Wells Hall: $5/$3 students and seniors; Studio C!: $10/$8 part of a blockbuster cinematic universe are suffer- in Old Town, depicts the work of former Lansing who’ve challenged themselves to live off the elec- seniors/$7 students ($8 ing a hype hangover. But a phalanx of filmmakers Mayor David Hollister and a team of public and tronic grid. upcharge for premium seating); at the 17th Annual East Lansing Film Festival have private entities who convinced General Motors to “The interesting thing is how different all these $15 opening night feature; $180 VIP Festival Pass trained their lenses on the capital area, keeping stay in Lansing when the automaker considered films are,” Woods said. “It really shows how diverse Venues: that Hollywood sparkle alive. pulling up the stakes in the late ‘90s. Another doc, this area is for filmmakers, actors and (filming) Wells Hall: 619 Red Cedar Road, MSU campus, East “(The Lansing area) is in the spotlight in this “Elderly Instruments: All Things Strings,” goes locations.” Lansing year’s festival more than in any other year,” said behind the scenes of the Old Town music store to Studio C! Meridian Mall: 1999 See ELFF, Page 37 Central Park Drive, Okemos festival director Susan Woods. “It’s really quite reveal an institution that’s world renowned for the (517) 980-5802, elff.com ELFF Reviews Reviewers: David Barker, Shawn Parker, Stefanie L. Pohl and Paul Wozniak. Reviews are followed by the reviewer's initials East Lansing Film "The Forgiving Earth: Voices from Detroit's Urban Farmers" Festival Schedule (30 min., dir. by H. James Gilmore) This under-edited, overly sympathetic film about urban farmers in Detroit suffers Studio C! Meridian Mall 9 p.m.: “Only Lovers Left Alive” (123 min.) most from presumptuousness and lack of objectivity. Gilmore’s camera jumps from per- Thursday, Oct. 30 Wells Hall son to person, self-described “urban farmers” ranging from interesting and eloquent to 7:10 p.m.: “Keep On Keepin’ On” (84 min.) paranoid conspiracy theorists. They’re all working to rebuild the city into a “green and Friday, Oct. 31 Friday, Oct. 31 pleasant land” while unsparingly criticizing city officials. Savvy Michigan audiences will 7 p.m. & 9:15 p.m.: “Imagination Abounds” certainly appreciate this unfiltered point of view, but the film’s lack of counter voices or 11:30 a.m.: “A Cat in Paris” (70 min.) Shorts Program (120 min.) — Theater A; a contextual frame for its argument ultimately devalues the film from its “documentary” 2 p.m.: “Ernest & Celestine” (80 min.) “Oculus” (114 min.) — Theater B; “Let Me In” (116 min) — Theater C aspirations to “comment board” that just preaches to its choir. — PW 4 p.m.: “The Jewish Cardinal” (96 min.) Saturday, Nov. 1 6:30 p.m.: “A Summer’s Tale” (113 min.) 2:30 p.m. Filmmakers Panel Discussion (FREE) 9 p.m.: “Only Lovers Left Alive” (123 min.) — Theater B "Letters to Ashleigh" Saturday, Nov. 1 (23 min., dir. by Kyle Olson) 4 p.m.: “The Jewish Cardinal” (96 min.) — 11:30 a.m.: A Cat in Paris” (70 min.) Theater A; “American Revolutionary: Evolution In 2009, there were 13,000 murders in the United States. One of those victims was 2 p.m.: “Ernest & Celestine” (80 min.) of Grace Lee Boggs” (82 min.) — Theater B; 19-year-old Ashleigh Love, the subject of this poignant and brief glimpse into the life of 4 p.m.: “Stories to Tell” Shorts Program (120 “Elderly Instruments: All Things Strings” (57 a beloved Milwaukee-area teen and the aftermath in her still-unsolved murder. min.) min.) — Theater C; “Project: Ice” (119 min.)/ An array of news clips show coverage of Ashleigh’s murder case with less and less “80 TO 90 FT” (8 min.) — Theater D 6:30 p.m.: “A Summer’s Tale” (113 min.) frequency, and the fear that Ashleigh’s life will be forgotten nearly outweighs the fear of 6:30 p.m.: “Barbara” (105 min.) — Theater A; her murderer(s) going uncaught. 9 p.m.: “Pechorin” (97 min.) “The Frontier” (90 min.) — Theater B; “Pie Part of the grieving process for Ashleigh’s friends and family was to write her letters, Sunday, Nov. 2 Lady of Pie Town” (29 min.)/ “Busker” (49 min.) which are opened by her family years later on camera. Emotional narration of the letters 11:30 a.m.: A Cat in Paris” (70 min.) — Theater C; “Meet the Patels” (88 min.) — Theater D alternates between her parents and their various authors, from Ashleigh’s devastated 2 p.m.: “Ernest & Celestine” (80 min.) grandparents to her boss from her first job at Arby’s. It’s a device that delivers a layered, 9 p.m.: “The Overnighters” (90 min.) — Theater 4 p.m.: “American Revolutionary: Evolution of A; “Closed Circuit” (120 min.) — Theater B; beautiful eulogy, interspersed with photos and family video showing all of the life in Grace Lee Boggs” (82 min.) Ashleigh’s life. “Imagination Abounds” Shorts Program (120 6:30 p.m.: “Meet the Patels” (88 min.) min.) — Theater C; 9 p.m.: “Zero Motivation” Nearly 300 people have written letters to Ashleigh, many of whom never knew her; (100 min.) — Theater D with her untimely and unexplained death, many have been inspired to act in her mem- 9 p.m.: “Closed Circuit” (120 min.) ory. But the film seems to demand of us: Now that we know her story, what will we Monday, Nov. 3 Sunday, Nov. 2 do? — SLP 4 p.m.: “Stories Forlorn” (85 min.) Noon: “Perseverance” (52 min.)/ “Open Tryout: 6:30 p.m.: “Second Shift” (94 min.) Chasing the Dream” (11 min.)/ “Go Far” (21 min.) — Theater A; “Mutt” (93 min.) — Theater 9 p.m.: “Barbara” (105 min.) "Butterfly Fluttering" C; Student Shorts (87 min.) — Theater D Tuesday, Nov. 4 2 p.m.: “Essential Arrival” (60 min.)/ “Migrations (24 minutes, directed by 4 p.m.: “Stories to Tell” Shorts Program (120 of Islam” (56 min.) — Theater A; “Twenty Years Roman Kayumov) min.) Later” (104 min.) — Theater B; “Pattern of Elegant and voyeuristic, “Butterfly Fluttering” follows its young female narrator 6:30 p.m.: “Pie Lady of Pie Town” (29 min.)/ Practice” (70 min.)/ “Johnny’s Speakeasy” through years of relationships and sowing her wild oats, all seen through intimate “Busker” (49 min.) (11 min.)/ “Anatomy of Anatomy” (45 min.) — Theater C; “Letters to Ashleigh” (23 min.)/ 9 p.m.: “Stories Forlorn” (85 min.) moments of kissing in stark black and white. It’s akin to the viral video “FIRST KISS” “These Hopeless Savages” (88 min.) — Theater — with each pairing showing a different level of passion, timidity or curiosity — even Wednesday, Nov. 5 D though our narrator remains constant. 4 p.m.: “The Overnighters” (90 min.) 4:30 p.m.: “Party Time Party Time” — Theater The “Wizard of Oz”-ian play on color and black and white, with the film’s opening and 6:30 p.m.: “Zero Motivation” (100 min.) A; “Detroit Living In Between” (33 min.)/ “The closing shots a stained-glass kaleidoscope, makes more sense as time passes. What feels 9 p.m.: “Pechorin” (97 min.) Forgiving Earth” (30 min.)/ “R. Stern” (15 min.) like a litany of experimentation and self-discovery for much of the film gets grounded in — Theater B; “Connected by Coffee” (70 min.)/ the unearthing of true love and loss. Thursday, Nov. 6 “Espresso Manifesto” (7 min.) — Theater C; That feeling of rapid-fire flutters of butterfly wings, we discover, is not only left to the 4 p.m.: “The Frontier” (90 min.) “Ashes of Eden” (106 min.) — Theater D teenage romances and affairs of the past. We must know of the juicy, diary details in her 6:30 p.m.: “The Evolution of Bert” (88 min.) Schedule is subject to change. catalog of loves before getting to the next big chapter. — SLP City Pulse • October 29, 2014 www.lansingcitypulse.com 37

"Love in the Kitchen" (3 min., dir. by Theresa Hayer) "Espresso Manifesto" Little more than a single scene, “Kitchen” wants to be a darkly comic snapshot of an (7 min., dir. by Shaun Pitz) utterly devoted but heavyhanded beau. But his nauseating (literally and figuratively) Filled with arresting visuals, the animated “Espresso” looks to brew a surreal, sci-fi actions read more like vaguely misogynistic belittlement that approaches emotional take on the origins of java. That narrative is a bit hard to follow, though, and it’s best to let abuse. She would be better off taking the milk from the refrigerator door and heading the compelling animations (a rolling sea of grass is particularly memorable) and kinetic for the hills. — SP robotic inhabitants locked in a seemingly eternal struggle carry the show. — SP

"Pie Lady of Pie Town" "Perseverance: The Story "Stories Forlorn" of Dr. Billy Taylor" (33 min., dir. by Jane Rosemont) (85 min., dir. by Uri Schwarz and Jason (52 min., dir. by Daniel Chace, Bob A. Sankey) In a documentary that gives us Southwest New Mexico’s answer to Linda Hundt of Hercules) “Stories Forlorn” gives a fresh treat- Sweetie-licious Bakery Cafe, Kathy Knapp’s Pie-O-Neer Café in Pie Town becomes the newest entry on the foodie road trip checklist. Is Pie Town for real? You bet. As one resi- A textbook feel-good tale, ment to the classic coming-of-age film. “Perseverance” relates the familiar (at All the pieces are in place: The impres- dent says, if you want to go shopping and get your hair done, you won’t do well in Pie Town. But if you want “the best pie on Earth,” it’s worth the trip down U.S. “Pieway” 60. least to sports fan from that “other” sionable young narrator learning to cope, school) saga of former University of the bad influence best bud, the seem- In 1995, Knapp’s family bought the defunct trading shop that once sold pies when the town was established in the 1920s, and her mother’s creations drew in local residents Michigan running back Billy Taylor. It ingly effortless but imperfect first love. follows him from his extraordinary sea- However, this glimpse at a summer of and travelers from all over. When Kathy took over the business, Pie-gasm apron and all, it became her mission to make her pie mentor mother and grandmother proud. sons as a Wolverine to his fall into sub- teenage debauchery and discovery isn’t stance abuse and ultimate rehabilitation about jumping fences. Instead, we see Pie is the currency of love in her small town, and this little slice of heaven proves to be quite the goldmine. — SLP and triumphs. young, malleable minds led towards the Under Coach Bo Schembechler, underworld of drugs. Oh, and the sweet Taylor was a record-breaking running love interest is a hooker. back and Ann Arbor celebrity. After a Set in 1997 Hong Kong, with trans- "The Frontier" series of personal tragedies, depression fer of sovereignty from British rule to (90 min., dir. by Matt Rabinowitz) and alcohol dependency consumed him Chinese rule looming, the film gives us and he lost his passion for the game. In a look at life from the perspective of a Managing to squeeze fresh life out of the term “ponderous,” this would-be character 1997, homeless and an alcoholic, Taylor population seldom seen in Western cin- study of an estranged father and son attempting to reconcile is more of a sedative than heard what he believed was the voice of ema: Non-Chinese native Hong Kongers. the whiskey of which they’re both so fond. God, turning his back on the bottle and The film’s directors draw from their own Sean Sr., retired professor and expert pontificator, sends a pleading missive to Sean Jr., entering rehab. experiences of being part of that subset who goes by his middle name Tennessee, though Walt or Jameson or Stoic Meaningless Today Taylor has a doctorate in edu- in their youth, and it feels authentic even Gazing would be more appropriate. He implores his son to ditch his ranch hand gig and cation and works in Southeast Michigan, without personally being familiar with return home to make up. Make up for lost time. Make up for being a mostly absentee counseling and mentoring at-risk youth this world. father. The usual. and current and former addicts. Elegant cinematography juxtaposes In the meantime, he’s working on his memoirs, which seem to be little more than It is impossible not to be moved by scenes of gritty, back alley drug dealing Whitman quotes and What Does It All Mean 101 musings. Nina, Sean’s physical thera- Taylor’s achievements and indomitable with colorful streetlights and the pulse pist and four-decades-younger object of his fairly inappropriate affections, moves in to will, and the film confidently avoids of city life. Both the narrator and Hong help transcribe the proceedings. And, once Tennessee arrives, to be a handy facilitator heavy-handedness in his tale of redemp- Kong are at a crossroads at a key moment for the Great Reconciliation. tion. Full of archival football footage and in history. But the “stories forlorn” aren’t Convinced it’s a slow-burn character study, “Frontier” struggles to reach a simmer. modern interviews with Taylor’s friends what we see on screen. Rather, they’re the Seemingly 80 percent close-ups, the film feels claustrophobic without any real tension and family, “Perseverance” has plenty to abandoned memories of the summer yet to warrant it. The acting is competent, though ripe with melodrama, and the pedestrian offer sports fans and anyone that wants unwritten by the aspiring writer protago- emotional journey it endeavors to take you on melts like ice at the bottom of a tumbler, to see how one can truly accomplish nist. — SLP forgotten the moment it’s gone. — SP almost anything. — SP

"Last Call" "80 TO 90 FT" (8 min., dir. by David Zorn) (7 min., dir. by Jason Kohl) It’s closing time at the Hideaway Saloon and love, betrayal, and revenge have all stopped by for one final round. There is some meat to this neo noir-tinged tale, but too This intimate portrait of a Native American fishing couple hides a loud environ- long is spent (which is saying something with an 8-minute runtime) ratcheting tension mental message in its soft-spoken subjects. The epitome of working-class heroes, the that never manifests. “Last Call” mistakes sketches of characters and lack of narrative couple never complains that warming lake temperatures force whitefish to live in propulsion for mystery. Double its length to breathe a little, and “Last Call” could have deeper, cooler depths, which make them harder to catch. These details are just facts of been a taut, grimly humorous potable. — SP life. There are no clever camera angles or artistic editing; just direct storytelling that allows the audience to draw their own conclusions. — PW More reviews available at lansingcitypulse.com.

p.m. Saturday for the Filmmakers Panel mid-Michigan. said. “I fought hard to get that here. I think a ELFF Discussion, where they will talk about the “It’s always a popular contest,” Woods lot of people are going to love that one.” challenges of funding an independent film said. “It’s a good motivator for someone But Woods said that despite the area’s from page 36 and getting it distributed. who’s always wanted to make a movie but recent brush with fame, the local movie Also on Sunday, the winners of the need a push.” scene has always been strong and will con- There will also be a handful of films 5 Days/5 Minutes Film Contest will be This year’s opening night film “Keep On tinue to be so. from Detroit, Ann Arbor and Northern announced. Contestants had 140 hours to Keepin’ On,” which focuses on 93-year-old “There’s an insatiable hunger for inde- Michigan, including “Anatomy of Anatomy,” craft a film that is 5-minutes or less adher- jazz icon Clark Terry who mentored Miles pendent movies that may be seen as experi- a short doc about the making of the Jimmy ing to a shared set of elements. Past winning Davis and Quincy Jones. The film follows mental or challenging,” Woods said. “Every Stewart film “Anatomy of a Murder” in the entries will also be shown. Don’t be surprised Terry’s work with his newest protégé, a blind, year people tell us how happy they are that Upper Peninsula. All of this Michigan- if you spot some familiar locations in any of 23-year-old piano prodigy. we’ve made these kinds of films are available centric talent will pool together at 2:30 them — they were all shot in and around “It’s heartbreakingly beautiful,” Woods to them.” 38 www.lansingcitypulse.com City Pulse • October 29, 2014

by ALLAN I. ROSS is headed. needs redemption. See where this is going? Time isn’t on the side of Vincent McKenna Maybe, maybe not. Although the film suf- (Murray), a boozing, gambling, chain- fers from a couple deus ex machina plot con- smoking Vietnam vet. His bookie (Terence trivances, the characters are fresh enough to Howard) is threating his life, his wife’s nurs- keep you from worrying about convention. ing home is threatening to evict her and even McCarthy, who’s become known for her his pregnant Russian prostitute girlfriend broad comedic chops, downplays Maggie’s glut of script ideas that presumably clog (Naomi Watts) is denying him sex until he dire situation, to great benefit. You see her Deus ex McKenna Murray’s voicemail, and he accepted the first- can pay up. But his horses haven’t been com- desperation, but she’s strong enough to avoid time feature filmmaker’s pitch. It’s a perfect ing in and his bar bill is through the roof — warranting your pity. You just pull for her. Bill Murray reveals gets a shot fit for Murray, and if his name doesn’t pop up come awards season it will be a crying shame. at redemption in ‘St. Vincent’ It’s not a flattering role for Murray to be sure, or even the most original concept: A Bill Murray doesn’t have an agent. If you vice-ridden Brooklyn washout with a nega- want to reach him about a movie project, tive bank account and a bevvy of addictions you have to leave a message at his personal is befriended by his 11-year-old neighbor. 1-800-number. It’s true. If he likes your You’ve seen this character before. (I’m sur- spiel, he calls you back. If not … well, that’s prised there’s not been a character named probably the reason “Ghostbusters 3” still Oscar Bait who fits the profile yet.) Clint hasn’t happened. Eastwood’s version barked at the kids to Which is why “St. Vincent” is such a fan- stay off his lawn in Detroit. An animated Ed tastic surprise. Somehow Theodore Melfi's Asner bonded with a Boy Scout in a flying concept for the movie made it through the house. And Jack Nicholson won an Academy Award for playing an OCD variation on the theme. Courtesy photo But that’s just what it is, a theme, and like Bill Murray and newcomer Jaeden Lieberher bond in "St. Vincent." a fine jazz musician who makes a standard his own, Melfi takes some longstanding dra- he’s at the end of his rope. And Lieberher kills it as Oliver. With a pre- medic tropes — the wiseass misanthrope, the Enter Maggie (Melissa McCarthy) and her ternatural emotional intelligence and earnest stressed-out single mother, the hooker with 11-year-old pipsqueak son, Oliver (newcomer courtesy, you feel every damaging word — a heart of gold — and works them into an Jaeden Lieberher), his new next-door neigh- and dodgeball — that slams against his head. original piece that zags when you think it’s bors who are insufferably twee — to Vin, at He doesn’t so much pull Vin out of his can- going to zig, even if you see where the road least. The rest of us easily identify with the tankerous, self-destructive shell, as he does beleaguered single mother trying to rebuild hypnotize him through his willingness to her life after a devastating divorce and a take his verbal abuse. shy, intelligent middle schooler who’s never It’s like stone soup for the soul. Oliver known anything but the business end of bul- pulls a little bit more emotion out of Vin lies’ fists. Oliver needs a father figure; Vin every time they hang out, little by little, until their friendship is a rich, simmering mélange of stories and decidedly not-safe-for- kid moments. If you’ve ever had a shred of love in your heart for Murray, then you owe it to your- self to see “St. Vincent.” It’s almost as if he saves roles like this every 10 years or so; he LANSING - OFF SOUTH CEDAR AT 1-96 US 127 & Lake Lansing Rd hasn’t been in this form since 2003’s “Lost VISIT CELEBRATIONCINEMA.COM OR CALL 393-SHOW in Translation,” and before that he single- www.NCGmovies.com handedly created the existential comedy genre with the genius “Groundhog Day” in (517) 316-9100 1993. Student Discount with ID And Bill: If Ted Melfi ever calls again, ID required for “R” rated films please pick up.

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If you need assistance, please call Jonathan at (517) 999-5069. do for this Friday, however, here’s a guide to some of You can put your survival skills to the the things going on in mid- test at the third annual Zombie Shoot. Wednesday, October 29 Michigan. Hosted by T.C. Paintball in Lansing, the Classes and Seminars event is a combination of a haunted Family Storytime. Ages up to 6. Stories, rhymes and activities. 10:30 a.m. FREE. CADL The Monster Mash Family village and paintball. 7:30-10:30 p.m. South Lansing Library, 3500 S. Cedar St., Lansing. Halloween is a family-friendly dance Friday-Saturday. 3262 McConnell Highway, (517) 367-6363. with a DJ, refreshments and games. 7-9 Charlotte. $18. (616) 249-8227, tcpaintball. Meditation. For beginners and experienced. 7-9 p.m. FREE. Vietnamese Buddhist Temple, 3015 S. tonight. $5. Crowne Plaza Lansing West, com. Washington Ave., Lansing. (517) 351-5866. 925 S. Creyts Road, Lansing. (517) 323- Overeaters Anonymous. 7 p.m. FREE. 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the time I’d get back inside I’d have three verses fully written in my head — exactly the way I turn it Down wanted them phrased without changing a word. Emotional ne- A survey of Lansing's musical LandsCAPE cessity really streamlines things By ALEXANDRA HARAKAS sometimes.

intervieW: MATTHEW MILIA OF FRONTIER RUCKUS This album is sonically different from past LPs. Will it affect your live Frontier Ruckus has been known for of tapering back the sheer quantity of lyrical set? its lyrically intense and dense folk records content and relying on choruses more often, I think these songs are the since it formed in 2003. But the band’s new or some might say, for the first time ever, re- most naturally geared toward a record, “Sitcom Afterlife,” shows chief song- ally. I’ve never been big on choruses because dynamic live performance than writer Matthew Milia scaling back his poetic I never could justify repeating something any I’ve written. That may have verbiage and delving into his pop sensibili- when I could use the space to say something been a consideration in the ties. The Michigan-based band releases the new. But in embracing more conventional back of my mind. Overall, they new 10-song record, its fourth full-length, pop structures, the idea of using choruses are shorter tunes with upbeat Saturday at Mac’s Bar. Milia chatted with City came along with it, and they’ve been fun tempos and catchy repeating Pulse about the new disc and that time Ala- to work with. We also deliberately made a parts — classic elements to nis Morissette appeared at one of their gigs. much shorter record to contrast our last an immediately accessible and Frontier Ruckus' "Sitcom Afterlife" LP album, “Eternity of Dimming,” which was a fun live show. Until now we’ve people and I end up talking very quickly and This new album seems to be go- 20-song double-album of some 5,600 words. ing into the pop genre. What made been known for our intensely lengthy and getting all hyper. Alanis Morissette was at our circuitous songs that require pretty diehard first ever show in L.A. She was smaller than you move in that direction? What inspired the lyrics? fandom to access. And it’s always stunned I’d imagined. Ryan For whatever reason I’ve just been It’s very much the result of a relationship gravitating toward, or finally fully indulging me to see people emphatically singing along Adams came to Frontier Ruckus abruptly ending and trying to grapple with in, melodies that are deliberately catchy or to those tunes with like 10 verses and no one of our shows, “Sitcom Afterlife” Release those feelings. It was the first time I’d really Party sweet sounding in a more immediate classic chorus. which spurred an wti Gifts Or Creatures been on the losing end of a breakup and I pop sense. It’s always been in my DNA to ongoing corre- Saturday, Nov. 1 was dealing with quite a lot of grief and a 8 p.m., all ages, $15 $12 adv. flip out over super hooky, poppy melodies, If you handle the creative vision, spondence. We bit of resentment. Each song deals with the from the first cassette tape I owned, R.E.M.’s who is handling everything else shared a festival situation with a varying amount of earnest- “Green.” And for the past four years or so, behind the scenes? stage in England with Belle and Sebastian, ness, humor or vitriol. It was therapeutic and my musical curiosities have been way more William Morris Endeavor books us. It’s which is one of Zach’s all-time favorite bands. interesting to approach heartbreak from a directed toward exploring bands with those funny because it’s basically the biggest talent multitude of angles. gratifying, jangly melodic sensibilities: Big Star, agency in the world. It’s what the show “En- What are some favorite cities to Teenage Fanclub, Matthew Sweet. Even things tourage” was based on. So we joke around play on tour? I loved from the radio growing up, like Oasis What was the songwriting pro- about being really “showbiz” all the time. The We do well in most of the big cities, by or Gin Blossoms. It really stems from classic cess? fact that we’re next to the Foo Fighters on our standards at least. We just did a solid ‘60s or folk pop that I think had When you’re using songwriting as a sort the roster is very surreal to us. two-night stand in Manhattan/Brooklyn. an awesome re-flowering in the ‘90s. of dire, immediate self-therapy, the songs London shows are always wild. My favorite come pretty quick. I remember just pacing Have you ever been star-struck towns to play in are New York, Boston and How did switch up your writing around the neighborhood of my dad’s house while on the road touring? Seattle. But I think it’s because my favorite style changed for this record? in the dead of winter full of anxiety and grief We definitely cross paths with famous sitcoms are based in them. The only real change might be in terms and putting words together in my head. By

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and activities. 10:30 a.m. FREE. CADL Downtown Lansing Library, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) JUNKIES Out on the town 367-6363. cadl.org. from page 39 Meditation. For beginners and experienced. 7-8:30 p.m. FREE. Quan Am Temple, 1840 N. College Ave., Teen Crafternoon. Teens create a variety of Mason. (517) 853-1675, quanamtemple.org. crafts. 3-5:30 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Tarot Study Group. With Dawne Botke. 7 Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351- p.m. FREE. Triple Goddess New Age Bookstore, 2420, elpl.org. 2019 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 883-3619, Trick or Treat Main Street. Along Main Street triplegoddessbookstore.net. Eaton Rapids, 5-7 p.m. FREE. Downtown Eaton Lansing Area Codependent Anonymous. Held Rapids, Eaton Rapids. (517) 663-8118 ext. 8178, in room 214G. 7-8 p.m. FREE. Community Mental cityofeatonrapids.com. Health Building, 812 E. Jolly Road, Lansing. (517) 515- 5559, coda.org. Music Allan I. Ross/City Pulse Fusion Shows presents. Live music. 21-up. 10 Events Aimée Macklin (left) and Amy McMeeken are the owner/operators of the Vintage Junkies in REO Town. p.m. FREE. Crunchy's, 254 W. Grand River Ave., East Spanish Conversation. Practice listening to and Lansing. (517) 351-2506, crunchyseastlansing.com. speaking Spanish. 7-8 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public By ALLAN I. ROSS wholesaler. Both families live Studio to collaborate on a Last week, REO Town near the store. wooden sign for the side FRIDAY, OCT. 31 >> SUSAN WERNER AT TEN POUND FIDDLE gained a new business that “My aunt actually used to of the building that reads, will anchor its southern work here when it was the “Welcome to REO Town.” Since her 1993 debut, “Midwestern Saturday Night,” Susan Werner has been considered edge: Vintage Junkies, a bakery,” Macklin said. “I’ve Vintage Junkies will been coming in this building have a ribbon cutting on one of the brilliant songwriters in contemporary folk scene. Her distinct Americana vintage clothing, furniture, home décor my whole life. It felt like Saturday. (The time wasn’t sound is a fusion of jazz, pop, blues, country and agnostic gospel. The Chicago Tribune and jewelry coming home.” set as of press time, but called her “one of the most innovative songwriters working today.” Friday she plays a Ten store, moved The interior needed Macklin estimates it should New into the significant upgrades, be around noon.) The Pound Fiddle concert at the MSU Community Music School. Werner has released 12 full- intown former Kwast including cutting through daylong event will include length LPs, including her 10th album, 2011’s “Kicking the Beehive.” The disc was produced American the concrete floors to giveaways, refreshments, by Rodney Crowell and features Keb’ Mo and Vince Gill. The Iowa native’s latest is 2013’s Bakeries on South accommodate heating vents; live music and a classic car Washington Avenue. The as a bakery, a furnace was show. It was also going to “Hayseed.” The concept album tells small-town stories of rural farm towns. The website store is the brainchild of unnecessary. They also had serve as the official opening praised Warner: “When it comes to crafting a song, Ms. Werner’s only peers are Jimmy friends Amy McMeeken and a fair amount of cleanup, as of the store, but it ended Webb and Paul Simon.” 8 p.m. $18/$15 members/$5 students. MSU Community Music Aimée Macklin, who take the the building had been vacant up opening unexpectedly a business’ name to heart. for about 10 years, they have week early. School, 4930 S. Hagadorn Road, East Lansing. “I’ve loved vintage divided the space neatly into “My sister-in-law posted things since I was little,” a retail floor, storage space last Saturday that we were SATURDAY NOV. 1 >> HORSEPOWER & HOPS said McMeeken, 35. “My and workshop area. open before we were quite grandmother took me to a In addition to selling ready for it,” McMeeken said. I’m a Beer Hound continues to treat the Lansing area with festivals that feature craft garage sale and I bought a vintage goods — which the “But I said, I guess we’re women buy online, find or open now. So here we are.” brews and cider. This weekend, beer hounds can attend Horsepower and Hops at bracelet for 25 cents. I still have it.” have donated to them — the R.E. Olds Transportation Museum in downtown Lansing. Guests can choose “I just love ‘50s and ‘60s they also feature original Vintage Junkies from 10 beers and cider from Atwater Brewery and Uncle John’s Cider Mill as styles,” added Macklin, 41. “I paintings and photography 1829 S. Washington Ave., think it’s great how fashions works and “upcycle” beat-up Lansing they walk through local automotive history. Admission includes 15 3-ounce samples come back around.” furniture and other items 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday- and a customized sampling glass. $5 from every ticket goes to the museum. Local The two met through into art. And they plan Saturday; closed Sunday- Monday talents Joe Wright and Mark Warner will perform during the festival. 5-10 p.m. 240 their husbands, who work to take full advantage of together at Wolverton, a their position across the (517) 894-6732, Museum Drive, Lansing. $35-$50. (517) 372-0529, imabeerhound.com. Lansing-based pet supply street from REACH Art reotownvintagejunkies.com

Muslim World Series. A Tour of the Muslim World dance. 7:30 p.m. Tickets from $20/$15 MSU Student. Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351- Theater through Music Videos. 7 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Wharton Center, MSU Campus, East Lansing. (734) 2420, elpl.org. Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 660-6686, whartoncenter.com. Haunted Aud. Haunted house to support students. Euchre. No partner needed. 6-9 p.m. $1.50. Delta 351-2420, elpl.org. “The Gravedigger.” A new perspective on the 8-11 p.m. $10. MSU Auditorium, MSU campus, 542 Township Enrichment Center, 4538 Elizabeth Road, Teen Game Haven. Play a variety of games; classic Frankenstein tale. 8 p.m. $22. Williamston Auditorium Road, East Lansing. (517) 355-6690. Lansing. (517) 484-5600. board, cards and video. 3-5:30 p.m. FREE. East Theatre, 122 S. Putnam, Williamston. (517) 655-7469, theatre.msu.edu. Karaoke. With Atomic D. 9 p.m. LeRoy’s Classic Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East williamstontheatre.org. Bar & Grill, 1526 S. Cedar St., Lansing. (517) 482- Lansing. (517) 351-2420, elpl.org. Literature and Poetry 0184. Duplicate bridge. All skill levels welcome. 4:30 George Ellenbogen Reading. Poetry reading and Dimondale Farmers Market. Live music, locally p.m. Table fee: $3/$2 members. Hannah Community reception. 7 p.m. FREE. RCAH Auditorium in Snyder- grown produce. 3-7 p.m. FREE. Bridge Street, Center, 819 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 337-1113. Friday, October 31 Phillips Hall, 362 Bogue St., MSU campus, East Dimondale. (517) 646-0230, villageofdimondale.org. Classes and Seminars Lansing. (517) 884-1932, poetry.rcah.msu.edu. Devil's Night Party. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. FREE. Music Alcoholics Anonymous. A closed women’s Moriarty's Pub, 802 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) Rally In The Alley Open Mic. 6:30 p.m. FREE. meeting. 7:30 p.m. St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 485-5287. American Legion Post 48, 731 N. Clinton St., Grand 6500 Amwood Drive, Lansing. (517) 882-9733. Student Organic Farm Farmstand. Shop for Ledge. (517) 627-1232. MAEAP Certification. Free resources on farm, Thursday, October 30 local, organic fruits and vegetables. 11 a.m.-5:30 {REVOLUTION} at Tavern. Electronic music, food, environmental safety, 1-3 p.m. FREE. Allen p.m. FREE. MSU Erickson Hall, 620 Farm Lane, East Classes and Seminars 21-up. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. FREE. Tavern on the Square, Market Place, 1619 E. Kalamazoo, Lansing. (517) 367- Lansing. (517) 230-7987, msuorganicfarm.org. Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Contact Jan. 5:15 p.m. 206 S. Washington Square, Lansing. (517) 374-5555. 2468. $5. New Hope Church, 1340 Haslett Road, Haslett. Smith Floral Basket Sale. Fresh (517) 349-9183, newhopehaslett.com. produce grown on site. 3-7 p.m. Smith Floral, 1124 E. Theater Events Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Weigh-in 6 p.m., Mt. Hope, Lansing. (517) 484-5327, smithfloral.com. Haunted Aud. (See details Oct. 29.) 8-11 p.m. $10. Lansing Bike Party. Bike ride with TGIF stop. 5:45 meeting 6:30 p.m. FREE to visit. St. David’s Glitter Disco Inferno. Halloween burlesque, MSU Auditorium, MSU campus, 542 Auditorium p.m. FREE. Broad Art Museum, 547 E. Circle Drive, Episcopal Church, 1519 Elmwood Road, Lansing. (517) games, drag and more. 9 p.m. $5, ages 18 and over. Road, East Lansing. (517) 355-6690. theatre.msu. MSU campus, East Lansing. facebook.com/groups/ 882-9080, stdavidslansing.org. Spiral Dance Bar, 1247 Center St. Lansing. (517) 371- edu. Family Storytime. Ages up to 6. Stories, rhymes 3221, facebook.com/magicalkittenglitterdisco. Eisenhower Dance. Lasers, light and innovative See Out on the Town, Page 43 City Pulse • October 29, 2014 www.lansingcitypulse.com 43

Saturday, November 1 Supports OHS Choirs. 2-4 p.m. Okemos High Music School, 2500 Jolly Road, Okemos. Matt LoRusso Trio. Jazz. 9 p.m.-midnight, FREE. Out on the town Classes and Seminars Children's Art Show. Art for Charlie Foundation Troppo, 111 S. Washington Square, Lansing. (517) from page 42 Domestic Violence Support Group. Noon-1:30 Children's Art Show, 12-4 p.m. Free. Eli and Edythe 371-4000. p.m. FREE. Women's Center of Greater Lansing, Broad Art Museum, 547 E. Circle Drive, MSU lansingbikeparty. Lansing Symphony MasterWorks 3. Annual 1710 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 372-9163, campus, East Lansing, artforcharlie.org. Old Town Farmers Market. Featuring local concert of choral and sacred music, 8 p.m. $15-50. womenscenterofgreaterlansing.org. Horsepower and Hops. Featuring Atwater foods and products. 3-7 p.m. Corner of Turner Wharton Center, MSU campus, East Lansing. (517) Tai Chi in the Park. Free class for beginning & Uncle Johns. 5-10 p.m. $30 advance. RE Olds Street and Grand River Avenue, Lansing. (517) 485- 487-5001, lansingsymphony.org. and experienced tai chi players. Now at winter Museum, 240 Museum Drive, Lansing. (517) 372- 4283. Halloween Metal on the RIver. Live metal music location. 9-10 a.m. FREE. Allen Market Place, 1619 E. 0529, horsepowerandhops.com. StoryTime. Stories, songs and crafts for ages 3-6 on the Michigan Princess. 8 p.m. $10. Michigan Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 272-9379. Artists and Crafters Needed. Space available years. 10:30-11:15 a.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Princess Riverboat, 3004 W. Main St. Lansing. (517) Learn to Weave. Woven Art will be on hand to to sell art. 3-8 p.m. FREE. Christ Community Church Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351- 627-2154, michiganprincess.com. teach weaving. 1-3 p.m. FREE. ELPL 2.0 Maker of Greater Lansing, 227 N Capitol Ave., Lansing. 2420, elpl.org. Studio, 300 MAC Ave., East Lansing. (517) 351-2420, (517) 482-0600, christcommunitylansing.org. Teen Tech Time. Teens have access to a cluster of Theater elpl.org/maker-studios. Thrift/rummage sale. Household, clothes, laptops. 3-5 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, "The Gravedigger." (See Oct. 30 for details.) 3 Brownie Badge Workshop. Brownie Scouts shoes, decorative, books, misc. 9-6 p.m. Mayflower 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420, elpl. p.m. 8 p.m. matinee $24, evening $27. Williamston can earn hiker badge. 10 a.m.-noon, $4.50. Harris Congregational Church, 2901 W Mount Hope Ave., org. Theatre, 122 S. Putnam, Williamston. (517) 655-7469, Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road, Okemos. (517) Lansing. (517) 484-3139, mayflowerchurch.com. Thrift/rummage sale. Household, clothes, williamstontheatre.org. 349-3866, meridian.mi.us. Day of the Dead Fiesta. Mexican fiesta with shoes, decorative, books, misc. 9-6 p.m. Mayflower Creationist Summit. Conference series food, mariachis, and dancers. 6 p.m. FREE. All Congregational Church, 2901 W Mount Hope Ave., promotes “intelligent design,” attacks eminent MSU Saints Episcopal Church, 800 Abbot Rd., East Lansing. (517) 484-3139, mayflowerchurch.com. scientist. 10 a.m. Business College Complex, Room Lansing. (517) 351-7160, allsaints-el.org. N130, MSU campus. goo.gl/Ih6Ocz. See Out on the Town, Page 44 Music Medicare Workshop. Optimize Medicare Dewaynes Halloween Party. Live music. 9 p.m.- benefits. 11 a.m.-noon, FREE. Mindful Movement 1 a.m. FREE. Moriarty's Pub, 802 E. Michigan Ave., & Physical Therapy, 2740 East Lansing Drive, East Jonesin' Crossword By Matt Jones Lansing. (517) 485-5287. Lansing. (517) 853-9139, mindfulmovement.biz. "Reversible Me"-- Theater Haunted Aud. (See details Oct. 29) 8-11 p.m. $10. Events they can go either MSU Auditorium, MSU campus, 542 Auditorium 2014 Annual Family History. James Beidler: way. Road, East Lansing. (517) 355-6690. theatre.msu. Family history & German immigration. 9 a.m.-4 Matt Jones edu. p.m. Tickets starting at $49. Michigan Library and “The Gravedigger.” (See Oct. 30 for details.) Historical Center, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing. 8 p.m. $27. Williamston Theatre, 122 S. Putnam, (517) 373-1300. mimgc.org/2014fallevent. Across Williamston. (517) 655-7469, williamstontheatre.org. Karaoke. With Atomic D. 9 p.m. LeRoy's Classic 1 He had quite a few Bar & Grill, 1526 S. Cedar St., Lansing. (517) 482- words 0184. 6 Vantage points Taste of Okemos. 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FREE. Coral Gables, 2838 E. Grand River Ave., East Better Living Book Club. "Attitudes of Gratitude" Out on the town Lansing. (517) 882-9733, saintmichaellansing.org. by M.J. Ryan, 7-8:30 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Tuesday, November 4 from page 43 Duplicate Bridge. Mondays. All skill levels Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351- Classes and Seminars welcome. 1-4 p.m. Table fee: $3/$2 members. 2420, elpl.org. Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Have a support system, Sunday, November 2 Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road, East French Club. Practice listening to and speaking lose weight. 7 p.m. FREE to visit. Eaton Rapids Medical Classes and Seminars Center, 1500 S. Main St., Eaton Rapids. (517) 543-0786. Juggling. Learn how to juggle. 2-4 p.m. FREE. SATURDAY, NOV. 1 >> ULTIMATE PAINTING AT THE LOFT Not So Happy Endings Support Group. For women Orchard Street Pumphouse, 368 Orchard St., East ending relationships. 5:30-7:30 p.m. FREE. Women’s Lansing. (517) 371-5119, [email protected]. For anyone who has ever thought the art world could use a dash of fierce Center of Greater Lansing, 1710 E. Michigan Ave., Spiritual Talk, Pure Meditation and Silent competition, the Loft hosts “Ultimate Painting” on Saturday. Local artists sign up to Lansing. (517) 896-3311. Learn, grow and heal Prayer. 7 p.m. FREE. Self realization meditation pit their talents against one other, having only 20 minutes to paint a masterpiece. Hopeful Hearts Grief Group. healing centre, 7187 Drumheller Road, Bath. (517) together. 10-11 a.m. FREE. The Marquette Activity Room, 641-6201, selfrealizationcentremichigan.org. The audience decides the winner by voting on their favorite piece once the clash 5968 Park Lake Road, East Lansing. (517) 381-4866. Lansing Area Codependents Anonymous. of canvases has ended. The winner gets a cash a prize and advances to the state Capital City Toastmasters Meeting. Learn public speaking and leadership skills. 7 p.m. FREE. CADL Third floor meeting room. 2-3 p.m. FREE. CADL finals, which will take place next July. All the paintings will be auctioned off at the Downtown Lansing, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing. Downtown Lansing, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing. (517) (517) 515-5559, coda.org. end of the evening with the proceeds benefitting the artists and local charities. 7 367-6300, cadl.org. Highest Divine Expression. Activate the higher p.m. $10. The Loft, 414 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 913-0103, theloftlansing.com Speakeasies Toastmasters. Improve listening, charkra to connect. 1:30-5:30 p.m. $40. LotusVoice analysis, leadership & presentation skills. 12:05-1 p.m. Integrative Therapies, 4994 Park Lake Rd. East FREE. Ingham County Human Services Bldg. 5303 S. Lansing. (517) 897-0714, davidwinfree.com/hde. SATURDAY, NOV. 1-2 >> ART FOR CHARLIE CHILDREN’S ART SHOW AT THE BROAD Cedar St. Lansing. (616) 841-5176. Transgender Support Group for families. Art for Charlie, a nonprofit organization founded to raise funds through art events Events Discussion for parents and guardians. 7:15 p.m. FREE. Lansing Area Sunday Swing Dance. Lessons and sales for families who need help with hospice care or are grieving the loss of Call for location. (517) 927-8260. 6-6:30 p.m., dance 7-10 p.m. $8 dance/$10 dance & a child, holds its fourth annual art show and auction at the Broad Art Museum on Lansing Area Codependents Anonymous. 5:45- 6:45 p.m. FREE. Everybody Reads Books and Stuff, 2019 lesson/students FREE. The Lansing Eagles, 4700 N. Saturday. After everyone votes for their favorite piece from the children’s show, Grand River Ave., Lansing. (517) 490-7838. E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 515-5559, coda.org. Greater Lansing Vegan Meetup. Everyone the winners will be displayed the following day. The exhibit will then be moved to Compassionate Friends of Lansing. Support for welcome. Bring a passing vegan dish. 6-8:30 p.m. the East Lansing Marriott’s lobby where the art will be available for purchase on parents who have lost a child. 7:30-9:30 p.m. FREE. Salvation Army (South) Community Center, 701 W. Jolly FREE. Clerical Technical Union of MSU, 2990 E. Lake Nov. 11. Noon-4 p.m., Saturday; 10 a.m-5 p.m., Sunday. FREE. Eli and Edythe Broad Lansing Rd., East Lansing. (517) 332-7898, meetup. Road, Lansing. (517) 351-6480. com. Museum, 547 E. Circle Drive, East Lansing. (517) 763-4413, artforcharlie.com. Intro to Sewing/Quilting. Learn basic sewing and Truman Morrison Memorial Lecture Series. quilting techniques. 6-8 p.m. FREE. ELPL 2.0 Maker 'Truth to Power and the Cost of Doing So. 4 p.m. SUNDAY, NOV. 2>>AUTUMN POPS CONCERT Studio, 300 MAC Ave., East Lansing. (517) 351-2420, elpl. Edgewood United Church, 469 N. Hagadorn Road, org/maker-studios. East Lansing. (517) 332-8693, edgewoodocc.org. Lansing has its own version of “America’s Got Talent” coming this weekend to the Business Start-up Basics. Steps, costs, planning and financing. 6-7 p.m. FREE. MSU Federal Credit Union, Christmas Bazaar. Crafts, international Baked Presbyterian Church of Okemos. A wide range of artists will deliver pop, classical and Goods and more. 11:30 a.m-4 p.m, Cost varies. Corner of Mt. Hope and Farm Lane, East Lansing. (517) Lansing Liederkranz Club, 5828 S. Pennsylvania Ave., jazz performances on a variety of instruments. Those who attend are invited to stick 483-1921, sbdcmichigan.org. Lansing. (517) 882-6330, liederkranzclub.org. around after the concert for coffee, cider and cookies. Donations will be accepted to Ask a Business Librarian. Market research and more. 1-3 p.m. FREE. Small Business Development benefit the American Guild of Organists' Scholarship and education fund. 3 p.m. 2258 Center, LCC, Suite 110, 309 N. Washinton Square, Theater Lansing. (517) 483-1921, sbdcmichigan.org. "The Gravedigger." (See Oct. 16 for details.) Bennett Road, Okemos. (517) 321-4973, or more information [email protected]. E-Pathways Info Session. Training opportunities in 2 p.m. $24. Williamston Theatre, 122 S. Putnam, the IT industry. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Capital Area Michigan Williamston. (517) 655-7469, williamstontheatre.org. SUNDAY, NOV. 2>>UMIT ISGORUR: TURKISH CELLIST Works, 2110 S. Cedar St., Lansing, epathways.org.

Whenever MSU violin Professor Walter Verdehr welcomes back far-flung alumni Events Monday, November 3 from his 40-plus years of teaching, sweet music making is in order. But even by Bible and Beer. Discussion of scripture in everyday settings. 6 p.m. Midtown Brewing Co., Classes and Seminars Verdehr's standards, a chamber concert at the MSU Auditorium's Fairchild Theatre 402 S. Washington Square, Lansing. (517) 482-0600, Adult Rape Survivor Support Group. will be a rare treat. After studying at MSU in the 1980s and serving as principal [email protected]. Registration preferred. 6-7:30 p.m. FREE. Women’s cellist of the Lansing Symphony, Turkish cellist Umit Isgorur went on to international "Sporcle Live!" Trivia. Win Crunchy's gift Center of Greater Lansing, 1710 E. Michigan Ave., certificates. 7 p.m. FREE. Crunchy's, 254 W. Lansing. (517) 372-9163 success as a soloist with orchestras and chamber groups. Igorur heads the String Grand River Ave., East Lansing. (517) 351-2506, Job Seekers Support Group. Finding the right Department at Dokuz Eylul University State Conservatory, where he founded a crunchyseastlansing.com. career. 10 a.m.-noon, FREE. Women’s Center of symphony orchestra and became the first full professor of cello in Turkey. Sunday, Artists and Crafters Needed. Space available Greater Lansing, 1710 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) to sell art. 3-8 p.m. FREE. Christ Community Church 372-9163, womenscenterofgreaterlansing.org. he will reunite with Verdehr and pianist Ralph Votapek for a generous program that of Greater Lansing, 227 N Capitol Ave., Lansing. Support Group. For the divorced, separated and will include Bach, Schumann and a fantasy by Saint-Saëns with new MSU faculty (517) 482-0600, christcommunitylansing.org.. widowed. Room 9. 7:30 p.m. St. David’s Episcopal harpist Chen-Yu Huang. The capstone will be the grand and lovely piano quintet of Church, 1519 Elmwood Road, Lansing. (517) 323-2272, stdavidslansing.org. Cesar Franck, with Verdehr, Isgorur, violist Yuri Gandelsman and violinist Fangye Literature and Poetry Workshop with Susan Tekulve. Workshop. Sun, another alumna of Verdehr. 3 p.m. Fairchild Theatre, MSU Auditorium MSU Room C210H Conference Room. 3 p.m. FREE. Events campus, East Lansing. $8-10. (517) 353-5340, music.msu.edu. Snyder/Phillips Hall, MSU Campus, 362 Bogue St., Social Bridge. No partner needed. 1-4 p.m. $1.50. East Lansing. (517) 884-1932, poetry.rcah.msu.edu. Delta Township Enrichment Center, 4538 Elizabeth Road, Lansing. (517) 484-5600. Mac’s Monday Comedy Night. Hosted by Mark Lansing. (517) 337-1113. French. 7-8 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, Roebuck and Dan Currie. 9:30 p.m. FREE. Mac’s BabyTime. Intended for ages 1-18 months with 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420,elpl. Wednesday, November 5 Bar, 2700 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. (517) 484-6795, adult. 10:30-11 a.m. FREE. East Lansing Public Library, org. macsbar.com. 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351-2420, elpl. Homework Help. Free drop-in tutoring provided Classes and Seminars Ages up to 6. Stories, rhymes Club Shakespeare. 6-8:45 p.m. Donations. CADL org. by MSU's SMEA. K-8, 5-7 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Family Storytime. Downtown Lansing Library, 401 S. Capitol Ave., Monday Movie Matinee. Movies intended for Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) and activities. 10:30 a.m. FREE. CADL South Lansing Lansing. (517) 367-6300, cadl.org. an adult audience. 1 p.m. FREE. East Lansing Public 351-2420, elpl.org. Library, 3500 S. Cedar St., Lansing. (517) 367-6363. For beginners and experienced. 7-9 Saints, Sinners & Cynics. Lively conversation, Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) 351- Meditation. variety of topics, no judgment. 6:30-8:30 p.m. 2420, elpl.org. See Out on the Town, Page 45 City Pulse • October 29, 2014 www.lansingcitypulse.com 45

Music Out on the town Fusion Shows presents. Live music. 21-up. 10 Free Will Astrology By Rob Brezsny Oct. 29-Nov. 4 p.m. FREE. Crunchy's, 254 W. Grand River Ave., East from page 44 Lansing. (517) 351-2506, crunchyseastlansing.com. ARIES (March 21-April 19): If you live in Gaza, you thoughts! Halloween costume suggestion: a brain-eating p.m. FREE. Vietnamese Buddhist Temple, 3015 S. Open Jam Night. Join other local musicians and don't have easy access to Kentucky Fried Chicken. The Homo erectus. Washington Ave., Lansing. (517) 351-5866. get heard. 6 p.m. FREE. Marshall Music, 3240 E. closest KFC restaurant is 35 miles away in the Egyptian LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): "The egromenious hilar- Overeaters Anonymous. 7 p.m. FREE. First Saginaw St., Lansing. (517) 337-9700, marshallmusic. city of El-Arish. But there was a time when you could pay ity of psychadisical melarmy, whether rooted in a lis- Congregational United Church of Christ, 210 W. com. smugglers to bring it to you via one of the underground some stretch or a lusty wobble, soon defisterates into Saginaw Highway, Grand Ledge. (517) 256-6954, fcgl. tunnels that linked Egypt to Gaza. Each delivery took crabolious stompability. So why not be graffenbent?" So org. Literature and Poetry four hours and required the help of two taxis, a hand said Noah's ex-wife Joan of Arc in her interview with St. Capital for Small Businesses. An overview of Richard Mulkey & Susan Tekulve. C210H cart, and a motorbike. (Alas, Egypt destroyed most Crocodile magazine. Heed Joan's advice, please, Libra. funding sources for small business. Noon-1 p.m. Conference Room. Reading: RCAH Theater. 3-8 p.m. of the tunnels in early 2014.) I recommend, Aries, that Be proactively saximonious. I'M KIDDING! Everything I FREE. The Marc, 4675 Okemos Road, Okemos. (517) FREE. Snyder/Phillips Hall, MSU campus, 362 Bogue you be as determined and resourceful to make your just said was nonsense. I hope you didn't assume it was longed-for connections as the KFC lovers in Gaza were. 483-1921. www.sbdcmichigan.org. St., East Lansing. (517) 884-1932. poetry.rcah.msu. erudite wisdom full of big words you couldn't under- Halloween costume suggestion: smuggler, bootlegger, Drop-in Figure Drawing. Easels and drawing stand. In offering it to you, I was hoping to immunize you drug-dealer, black-marketeer. boards provided. 7-9:30 p.m. $7/$5 students. against the babble and hype and artifice that may soon TAURUS (April 20-May 20): It's urgent that you Kresge Art Center, 600 Auditorium Road, East roll your way. Halloween costume suggestion: a skeptic expand your options. Your freedom of choice can't Lansing. (517) 337-1170, artmuseum.msu.edu. armed with a shock-proof bullshit-detector. (For inspira- lead you to where you need to go until you have more Elections, Democracy & Spirit. Faith and City Pulse Classifieds tion, check out these visuals: http://bit.ly/bsdetector.) possibilities to choose from. In fact, you're better off politics. 6-7 p.m. FREE. Pilgrim Congregational SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In AMC's famous TV Interested in placing a classified ad in City Pulse? not making a decision until you have a wider selection. United Church of Christ, 125 S. Pennsylvania Ave., drama, a high school chemistry teacher responds to his (517) 999-5066 or [email protected] To playfully drive home this point to your subconscious awful luck by turning to a life of crime. The show's title, Lansing. (517) 484-7434, pilgrimucc.com. mind, I suggest that this Halloween you consider dis- International Speaker. MSU International "Breaking Bad," refers to what happens when a good guising yourself as a slime mold. This unusual creature person cracks and veers over to the dark side. So then student sharing their culture. 10 a.m.-noon, FREE. comes in more than 500 different genders, at least 13 of what does "breaking good" mean? Urbandictionary.com Allen Neighborhood Center, 1619 E Kalamazoo St., which must collaborate to reproduce. Here's a photo: defines it like this: "When a criminal, junkie, or gang- Lansing. (517) 367-2468. allenneighborhoodcenter. STUMP GRINDING / REMOVAL bit.ly/yellowslime. banger gets sweet and sparkly, going to church, volun- org. — 16 year's experience, professional GEMINI (May 21-June 20): In the animated sci-fi teering at soup kitchens, and picking the kids up from Greater Lansing Rose Society. Winterization of and reliable. Extremely reasonable TV sitcom Futurama, Leela is the mutant captain of a school." I'm concerned that you are at risk of undergoing roses. 6 p.m. FREE. Grand Traverse Pie Company, spaceship. In one episode, she develops an odd boil on pricing... WE WANT YOUR BUSINESS! a similar conversion, Scorpio. You seem so nice and 1403 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing. (517) 651- her hindquarters. It has a face and can sing. The actor kind and mild lately. I guess that's fine as long as you 6793. greaterlansingrosesociety.lifeyo.com/Home. Call Mike at 517-944-0106 or email who provides the vocals for the animated boil's outpour- don't lose your edge. Halloween costume suggestion: a Start an Etsy Store. How to start an Etsy shop [email protected] ing of song is Gemini comedian Craig Ferguson, whose criminal with a halo, a sweet and sparkly gang-banger, or and improve existing shops. 6 p.m. FREE. call to main gig is serving as host of a late-night TV talk show a Buddhist monk junkie. on CBS. Telling you this tale is my way of suggesting that register. CADL Holt-Delhi Library, 2078 Aurelius MI Democrats — angry yet? Fight back against Republican SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): I've got two pos- Gov. Snyder's war on children (K-12 $1 Billion funding you consider going outside your usual niche, as Craig Road, Holt. (517) 694-9351 ext. 3, cadl.org. sible remedies for your emotional congestion. You might cuts), $1.4 Billion tax increases on familes and seniors. Ferguson did, to offer your talents in a different context. VOTE Mark Schauer (D) for Governor to restore K-12 also want to make these two remedies part of your Halloween costume suggestion: Kim Kardashian as a Events funding and repeal Snyder Retiree Pension Tax. Vote Halloween shtick. The first remedy is captured by the Tuesday, November 4. nurse wearing ebola protective gear; science educator Practice Your English. Practice listening to and English word "lalochezia." It refers to a catharsis that Neil deGrasse Tyson as a male stripper; a cat wearing a speaking English. 7-8:30 p.m. FREE. East Lansing comes from uttering profane language. The second MI Right wing conservatives WRONG on our auto jobs. dog costume, or vice versa. Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) They stand with billionaire backer Koch Brothers & dark remedy is contained in the word "tarantism." It means an CANCER (June 21-July 22): Native American hero 351-2420, elpl.org. money ads who opposed auto rescue. Auto rescue saved urge to dance manically as a way to relieve melancholy. millions of jobs and families! Vote Democrat November 4. Sitting Bull (1831-1890) was a renowned Lakota chief and Farmers Market at Allen Market Place. For your Halloween disguise, you could be a wildly danc- holy man. He led his people in their resistance to the Locally grown,baked and prepared foods. 3-6:30 Every Mi Democrat must VOTE Tuesday, November 4 to ing obscenity-spouter. save S.S./Medicare & Protect the MIddle Class. Protect U.S. occupation of their land. How did he become so CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You are at a point p.m. FREE. Allen Street Farmers Market, 1619 E. the the Great Lakes! strong and wise? In large part through the efforts of his Kalamazoo St., Lansing. (517) 999-3911. MI Supreme Court: VOTE Bernstein/Murphy/Thomas. doting mother, whose name was Her-Holy-Door. Let's in your astrological cycle when you deserve to rake in Fall Soup and Sandwich Lunch. Soups, the rewards that you have been working hard to earn. Protect Wolves! VOTE NO on Proposals 1 & 2 November 4. install her as your exemplar for now. May she inspire sandwiches and desserts. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $8. you to nurture beauty and power in those you love. I expect you to be a magnet for gifts and blessings. Lansing Liederkranz Club, 5828 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Now Accepting New donors Earn CASH May she motivate you to be adroit as you perform your The favors and compliments you have doled out will TODAY. Talecris Plasma Resources. Call:517-272-9044 Lansing. (517) 882-6330, liederkranzclub.org. duties in service to the future. May the mystery of her be returned to you. For all the strings you have pulled in behalf of others' dreams, strings will now be pulled Drop-In Writer's Workshop. 30 minutes of Land contract for sale Big discount! name rouse you to find the sacred portal that ushers writing followed by discussion. 6-9 p.m. FREE. More info: call 517-930-2469 you to your next big gift. Halloween costume suggestion: for you. Halloween costume suggestion: a beaming kid East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East a sacred portal, a divine gateway, an amazing door. hauling around a red wagon full of brightly wrapped presents. Lansing. (517) 351-2420,elpl.org. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): This is one of those rare Teen Movie Mania. Watch a blockbuster hit on Residential Snow Removal times when it's OK for you to just throw out the dirty AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Two physicists in the library big screen. 3-5 p.m. FREE. East Lansing 30 years experience. Reasonable. dishes that you are too lazy to wash. It's also permis- Massachusetts are working on technology that will allow people to shoot laser beams out of their eyes. Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, East Lansing. (517) (517) 528-7870. Ask for Dave. sible to hide from a difficult person, spend money on a 351-2420, elpl.org. supposedly foolish indulgence, eat a bowl of ice cream For Halloween, I suggest that you pretend you have for breakfast, binge-watch a TV show that provokes six already acquired this superpower. It's time for you to months' worth of emotions in a few hours, and lie in bed be brash and jaunty as you radiate your influence with CROSSWORD SOLUTION for an extra hour fantasizing about sex with a forbid- more confidence. I want to see you summon reserves SUDOKU SOLUTION From Pg. 43 den partner. Don't make any of these things habits, of of charismatic clout you haven't dared to call on before. Costume suggestion: The X-Men mutant named Cyclops From Pg. 43 course. But for now, it's probably healthy to allow them. Halloween costume suggestion: total slacker. or the legendary Native America creature known as the VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Our evolutionary ances- thunderbird, which emits lightning from its eyes. tors Homo erectus loved to eat delicious antelope PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The African nation of brains. The fossil evidence is all over their old stomping Swaziland has passed a law prohibiting witches from grounds in East Africa. Scientists say that this delicacy, flying their broomsticks any higher than 150 meters so rich in nutrients, helped our forbears build bigger, above ground. That will a big problem for Piscean stronger brains themselves. These days it's harder but witches. There is currently an astrological mandate for not impossible to make animal brains part of your diet. them to swoop and glide and soar as high and free as The Chinese and Koreans eat pig brains, and some they want to. The same is metaphorically true for all European cuisines include beef brains. I'm confident, Piscean non-witches everywhere. This is your time to however, that your own brain will be functioning better swoop and glide and soar as high and free as you want than ever in the coming weeks, even if you don't partake to. Halloween costume suggestion: high-flying witch, a of this exotic dish. Be sure to take advantage of your winged angel, the Silver Surfer, or a mythic bird like the enhanced intelligence. Solve tough riddles! Think big Garuda.

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Halloween started early this year, with events in Old Town, East Town and East Lansing. City Pulse captured some of the action.

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1. Sara Austin with Jazzy at the Doggie Costume Contest in Old Town on Saturday.

2. Also at the contest were Baxtor, Ace and Sasha as DC’s “Holy Trinity,” with their owners.

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4. Mo Brownies attended Thursday’s Tease-A-GoGo Halloween party on Thursday at the Avenue Café as Blanka, one of the characters from PRIMPRIMEE RIB the Super Street Fighter II video DINNER game. (Top two FREE MUSIC images by Ariniko FRIFRIDAYDAY && SATSATURDAYURDAY Artistry, bottom two pictures by Candice FRIDAYS After 5 p.m. Wilmore) 10 p.m. to close Petite - Queen - King - Piazzano Cut 4 KITCHEN Starting at $14.95 OPEN LATE LANSING’S SELECSELECTT SPECIALSSPECIALS FAV0RITE CREATIVE NIGHT 99999�9�9��999�99�9 Tuesday: Meatloaf Dinner 0UT ! Downtown Lansing's Wednesday: Turkey Dinner Looks like ART, Feels like a PARTY! A little bit of paint, only Brewery Thursday: All-You-Can Eat Tacos a little bit of , and a whole lot of FUN! WE’D L0VE T0 H0ST Y0UR: -Birthday Parties -Bachelorette Parties -Team Building Events -Family Get Together WHERE GOOD FRIENDS MEET -Girls' Night Out

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5. Steve Ross, aka DJ PWRPLA, kept the crowd moving at the Ingham Country Animal Control’s We’ve expanded! “A Night of Hollywood Now featuring even more... Horror” Halloween Party at the Lansing Center. • Fine wine 6. Party on! Kim and Jared Clapsaddle as • Craft beer Garth and Wayne took • Unique foods home one of the night’s costume prizes for their “Wayne’s World” get- ups. (Photos by Jessica D. Cowles)

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