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Fowlerville High Drama students to perform Romeo and Juliet this weekend Fowlerville High School Drama will be performing William Shakespeare’s classic tale of love and tragedy Romeo and Juliet this weekend at the Alverson Center for Performing Arts. FHS is proud to offer a high quality Shakespearean production featuring Shakespeare’s original language, beautiful sets and scenery, ornate costuming, and real steel sword ghting with intensely choreographed ght scenes. FHS student sword ghters trained extensively with The Theatrical Combat Network of Ann Arbor over a course of eight weeks to be prepared for the high energy and exciting

ghts written for this production. The outcome makes for a truly intense and entertaining performance of this classic love story. Romeo and Juliet features Andrew Toncray as Romeo, Bailey Brown as Juliet, Erik Nowicki as Tybalt, Christian Thompson as Mercutio, Austin Hammonds as Benvolio, and Kevin Pentico as Friar Lawrence. The show is directed by Jessica Masserant. Performances will run April 3-6, with Thursday, Friday, and Saturday shows at 7pm and Sunday’s matinee performance at 2pm. General seating tickets are available at the door for each show, or in advance from FHS Main f ce and Dr. Tim’s Chiropractic f ce. Adults $8, Seniors/Students $5. Children 4 and under are free. Due to the nature of Shakespearean language, this production is recommended for children 8 and up.

Andrew Toncray is playing Romeo, and Bailey Brown is Juliet. Photo by Frazzini Photography

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Insurance will be required from the winning contactor.Bids will be accepted beginning March 4th thru April 8th. All bids will be reviewed on April 15th at a regular meeting of Board of Trustees at 7:30 pm.Please contact Clerk Dickerson during reg-ular business hours, Tuesday 9 am to 3 pm or Wednesday 9 am to 5 pm. 517-223-0358. If mailing bids please mail to P.O. Box 1157, Fowlerville MI 48836.

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By Cheryl Poch Here is something I would like your opinion on. What if we (the library) were to do away with the Dewey decimal number system in our library? What exactly does that mean? Well, I will tell you. Recently I attended the Public Library Association Convention and librarians from all over the United States were in attendance. Some of those libraries have gone to putting their non ction collection into what we call ‘neighborhoods.’ That means that those particular books are set up like a book store. Instead of trying to nd say dog books in the 636.6 section of the library – you would ‘look’ for the ‘neighborhood’ of Animals section and in that section you would nd books on dogs, cats, mammals, etc. It is a little hard to explain on paper but the jest of it is that it would be like walking into a bookstore and looking for books under subjects instead of numbers. Does that make sense to you? I have always enjoyed going in bookstores and searching for my favorite books and subjects. How many of you know where to nd books on gardening in the library or books on wiring and home repair? How about anything to do with weddings? Well, you would have to type that subject into the computer and then you would have to nd the number on the back of the book to nd your material. Why not just look for that subject area of say weddings, or home repair and nd everything you need in one place? or instance, if you need books on toast for weddings or how to decorate table settings for your occasion – all these books would be in ONE place not two or three! Eureka! Does that make sense or what? I am excited about this new concept for libraries and the owlerville Library may just try this one on! Of course I will have to do research on this topic but I know it will be fun! Libraries are really changing and owlerville would like to take on some of these new challenges also. There are so many new ideas and brainstorming going on with libraries all over the country – it is fascinating to see what develops in the near future. I can tell you that with all

Joe Hune announces re-election candidacy for state Senate Senator oe Hune (R) of Hamburg has of cially announced his candidacy for re-election to Michigan’s 22ndSenate District. Joe Hune was elected to the State Senate in 2010, representing the 22nd District which includes Livingston County. He will be seeking a second four-year term in this November’s General Election. Senator Hune said that he has served his rst term in Lansing

ghting for limited government and responsible spending. He said about his announcement: “With each vote I have cast, and the legislation I have introduced, I have fought for the interests of my constituents. While we worked hard, these past few years turning Michigan around, there is a lot more work to be done and I plan to nish what I have started. I will continue to focus on meeting the expectations of those that have entrusted me with this position in of ce by removing unnecessary regulations and encouraging job growth. The new 22nd Senate District will encompass all of Livingston County and western Washtenaw County, which includes the townships of Lyndon, Dexter, Webster, North eld, Sylvan, Lima, Scio, Sharon, reedom, Lodi, Manchester, Bridgewater, and Saline. It also includes the Villages of Dexter and Manchester, and the City of Chelsea.

this technology and services offered by libraries – libraries are not going anywhere. I mean they are still a vital part of all communities – libraries nowadays are so much more than books – what an exciting time to be working in the ‘library world!’ Our quote for the week: “Don’t be afraid of your fears. They’re not there to scare you. They’re there to let you know that something is worth it.

Easter Egg-stravaganza being held at Howell Rec Center on April 10 The Easter Egg-stravaganza is being held on Thursday, April 10, starting at 12 noon. Let’s come together as friends and share some cookies and punch and dye some Easter Eggs! There will be plenty of hardboiled eggs to decorate along with some other fun activities. There will also have several different deviled egg recipes available to take home so you have something to do with all those eggs when you’re ready to eat them! Returning as the entertainment is the wildly entertaining Doug and Jim from “Dirt Cheap who will play a variety of songs guaranteed to keep your toes tapping! This is a

REE event however, there is a suggested donation at the door. Sign up at the Bennett Recreation Center or by calling 1 . .021 . Event is held at the Bennett Recreation Center, located at 2 W. Grand River in Howell.

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Important Information for the 2013- 2014 School YearMarch 31st – Frankenmuth Fundraiser DeliveryApril 3rd – ½ day, students dismissal 12:18 p.m. Parent /Teacher Conferences 1:00-4:00 p.m. and 5:00-7:30 p.m.

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* * *Meijer’s Community Rewards and Target ProgramKreeger Elementary is enrolled in the Meijer’s Community Rewards Program. When you apply for a Meijer’s Credit Card or Meijer’s Guest Card, be sure to use the Kreeger number 199139. The Meijer’s Corporation supports schools by returning a portion of uali ed customer purchases to the school! When using the Target program remember to mention Kreeger Elementary. Remember, “Every little bit helps!” Thanks for your support.

Livingston Centre Historic Society to host Easter Egg Hunt on April 12 The Livingston Centre Historic Society will host an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 12 at 1:00 p.m. in Fowlerville’s Centennial Park. Children ages 2 through 10 are welcome and will be divided by age into three groups: 2- 3- and 4-year olds 5-, 6- and 7-year olds, and nally, 8-, 9- and 10 year olds. Parents may want to bring baskets for collected

eggs, as the society has a limited number, graciously provided by the Fowlerville WalMart in 2013, to give to the children.

—Area Deaths—John W. Nesbitt

John W. Nesbitt, age 71, of Fowlerville, died Sunday, March 23, 2014. He was born Feb. 16, 1943 in Spring eld Ill. to John & Pauline (Williams) Nesbitt. He was a carpenter. Surviving are 4 children: Kelli J. Nesbitt of Florida, John K. Nesbitt of Mio, Jesse J. Nesbitt of Tampa and Jeff Thrasher of Woodhaven, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and brother: Jim Carmine. He was preceded in death by his sister, Tammie Davis. Memorial gathering was being held at Howell Church of Christ, 1385 W. Grand River, Howell from 3-6PM Saturday, March 29. Arrangements by Niblack Funeral Home, Dillingham Liverance Chapel. www.niblackfuneralhome.com

John Allen Rinehart, Sr. John Allen Rinehart, Sr. of White Lake Township, formerly of Fowlerville and Detroit, passed away at the age of 92 on March 24, 2014. He is preceded in death by his parents Orville and Sarah Rinehart and his brothers David and Orville Jr. John was an electrical lineman for the City of Detroit for over 34 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Betty (Drier) Rinehart, his children: Kathy (Don) Kunkel, Gail Rinehart, Debra (Bob) Wilson, John Jr. (Diane), Fred (Laurie) and Sally (Dan) Moran. John has 5 grandsons and 1 great-granddaughter.


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Fowlerville Junior High School News

Important DatesVision Testing for 7th graders-- Mar. 31, Apr. 1, 2Half day of School- Parent Teacher Conf. 1-4pm & 5-7:30pm-- Apr. 3Spring Break-- Apr. 14-21st

7th Grade Field Trip-- May 1-2Talent Show-- May 9th

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* * *CORRECTION…..2ND QUARTER HONOR ROLL— Caden Collins was left off the All A’s honor roll. Sorry and congratulations on your hard work!

* * *TESTING OUT Fowlerville Junior High School will begin accepting Testing Out Requests Forms for summer 2014. There will be a 50 te tbook ash drive and materials deposit re uired at sign-up. The deposit will be returned upon completion of the testing out packet and nal e am or assessment. No refund will be given to students who sign up, but do not complete the testing out process. The testing out form must be completed and returned with payment by May 1, 2014 to the FJHS of ce. Testing out packets and materials will be available from May 27, 2014 through June 4, 2014. Contact Mrs. Kephart if you have any uestions at 517 223-6210 or [email protected].

* * *SPORTS FOR WEEK OF MARCH 31: TRACK PRACTICE continues for 7th & 8th grade girls & boys. Practice is at 2:30 each day in the FJH gym until we can get outside. Athletes need a physical, should bring appropriate clothes for practice, & a lock for lockers in the respective locker rooms. Physicals are re uired to participate. Athletes need to check w/ coaches about daily practices due to conferences, etc. Coaches this season are: GIRLS--Heidi Walsh & April Lehman BOYS--Theresa Schallhorn & Tom Spisz Watch for news of an exciting fundraiser for both boys & girls’ track teams--coming soon. Thanks to parent Mike Steinhelper for the track posters in FJH. FJH track boys & girls are raising funds for new track uniforms. Athletes have a form to use for donors to pledge “x” number of dollars per lap or a at rate donation. Your support will be greatly appreciated. Any amount is appropriate, whether it be $1 or $100! In the fall, the X-C team held a similar fundraiser. Uniforms purchased with that money will also be used for the spring track seasons. However, spring track has a larger number of athletes & more uniforms are needed. Thank you for your help.

* * *7TH GRADE VISION SCREENING TO TAKE PLACE Michigan’s Public Health Code Act 368 of 1978 re uires local health departments, with the assistance of the state, to conduct free and periodic vision screening services to school-age children. Vision Screening for the 7th grade students will take place at the junior high school on March 31, 2014, April 1, 2014 and April 2, 2014. If you do not wish to have your child participate, please call Mrs. Nygren @ 517.223.6202 or email [email protected]

* * *May Day Talent Show 2014 It is that time again for the Junior High May Day Talent Show. Tryouts will be held during the week of April 8, 9 and 10, 2014 during lunch. Afterschool rehearsals will be held May 6-8. Additional information is outside of Ms. DeLuca’s classroom D-29. The May Day Talent Show will be held in the Junior High Auditorium on Friday, May 9 beginning at 7:00 p.m. Tickets

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Exploring the Rivers Near Home Aside from the fact that they are prone to ooding, rivers are some of the most beautiful examples of nature we could wish to see. Our state has thousands of rivers and only a small percentage of them have attained the stature which they deserve in the natural scheme of the outdoors. Like a great circulatory system, they both clean and refresh their surroundings. At the same time they give beauty to any who will take the time to notice but are often taken for granted. They ow endlessly like a blood supply, and are usually tucked away at the back of borders of properties. Rivers are fre uently an area’s most overlooked and under- appreciated sources of beauty. If a person really wants to nd a new method of enjoyment in nature, let me suggest that he discover his area’s rivers. Start with some good county maps and after being surprised by all the streams and rivers that ow in them, choose a few of the larger that can be either canoed or waded. Settle on one to start with that some of the “old timers” in the area can give you some information about. Many of these streams used to provide a lot more of the shing and swimming holes than they do now. But with a little knowledge of the stream to build your con dence, get a back-pack, put in a lunch, a shing rod, a camera and a good bug repellent. Either waders or a light boat of some kind should complete your gear. Depending on your preference and the information you gained, you are ready to do some delightful exploring and discovering. I remember wading a mile of a river that was new to me. A friend and I were after pictures and smallmouth bass and we got both. But we got much more. I saw beautiful rocky shorelines, tumbling inlets that reminded us of the north. We saw the tracks of deer and other creatures that came to the shore to drink. There were water lilies and wild grapes dangling to the water’s surface from over-hanging trees. We saw wild beauty in a place we hadn’t known existed. Perhaps you have a place or two in mind that you’ve wondered where the currents came from or where they went. If you really don’t know of a special place close by, let me suggest a dozen within fty miles, all of which have lovely states of wilderness and often good shing as well. You know the Grand and St. Joseph, the Flint and Kalamazoo rivers but are you familiar with their headwaters? The Nottawasseppe, the Maple and the Looking Glass are smaller as are the Red Cedar, the Thornapple, the Onondaga, and the Battle Creek. All are parts of the watersheds of the four rst named streams. And among the bigger streams that have “creek” after their names but can still be oated in places are the Stoney, Fish and Sycamore. But having said all this let’s remember the wild and snowy winter we’ve just experienced that could still produce some serious ooding. But whatever you do don’t be completely turned off by the

rst sight that may greet you at the bridge where you begin your exploration. This is the place where the stream has been touched by man and he may not have been kind. Remember the miles that have been touched by God and prepare yourself for a wilderness treat.


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received the Charles W. Itsell Volunteer of the Year Award for 2013. This award is reserved for an individual whose commitment to the Livingston County United Way and the health and human service needs of our community goes far “above and beyond“ normal volunteerism. He is a leader within the LCUW and many service organizations, and he encourages others in Asahi Kasei to participate community service. Patricia Claffey received the Donald Epley Lifetime Community Service Award, which recognizes an individual who embraces volunteerism and service to the community as a way of life. She has served as a volunteer and on the Board of Directors for over 25 years and continues to serve others in many ways. Kaitlynn Cortez received the Young Person of Distinction Award for her outstanding service and leadership to the community. She is a high-school senior who logs over 400 hours of community service a year through the Howell Interact Club, music lessons for special needs children, running fund raisers for various organizations and more. Citizens Insurance Company received the Randy Rudisill Business-of-the-Year Award for its strong commitment to community, re ecting a commitment to continuous improvement, people, hard work, customers, ethics, and pro t. Through all levels of the company, Citizens Insurance is a hands-on supporter of the Livingston County United Way, the Day of Caring, Community Connect, the Howell Rotary’s Tour de Livingston, and so much more. These recipients were nominated by the community and chosen by a committee as extra special volunteers who make a signi cant impact.Annual Meeting Celebrates the Power of Community Compelling success stories celebrating the “Power of Community” were the focus of this year’s Annual Meeting & Volunteer Recognition Breakfast. Outgoing President Kevin Brennan, of Brennan Investment Services, shared with the audience that people all across Livingston County -- nonpro ts, businesses, residents, churches, government and schools -- are working through United Way to make our community better. More fresh produce is being distributed to area food pantries; preschoolers are attending a pilot program to give them the extra boost they need; improved systems are helping families connect to much-needed resources. Over 1,300 volunteers stepped up to help out on the Day of Caring, nearly 900 families were assisted at Community Connect, people are helping people through Volunteer Livingston, and they’re getting connected with resources when they need them through 2-1-1. Livingston County has been recognized by the State of Michigan as the rst county to have 100 food security in the state! This has been done through the collective work of many partners, volunteers, businesses and an engaged community. Moving forward, a long-term plan for ensuring food access is being developed. Livingston County United Way received top recognition

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Student of the Week-- Peter Damerow Congratulations to freshman, Peter Damerow who is this week’s student of the week for Fowlerville High School. Peter’s family is very involved in Fowlerville Community Schools and they consist of his mom, who is the school’s technology director, his father, who is a fourth grade teacher at Kreeger, his sister Gabby, who is nine, and his sister Isa, who is eight. Over the summer, he appreciates camping and traveling with his family. Some of Peter’s favorites involve book: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows part II; TV show: Modern Family; and game: Clue. Peter’s schedule consists of earth science, American history, algebra I, Spanish, honors sophomore English, and wind ensemble. His favorite class and teacher are Mrs. Placido and her Spanish class because she is a cool and funny teacher and he loves her class. Peter was nominated by many of his teachers including: Mr. Vliek, Mrs. Placido, Mrs. Connor, Mrs. Mangan, and Mrs. Thomas. Mrs. Connor raved, “In my 16 years of teaching, this young man is the sweetest, best mannered young man I have ever

had. He is super organized, pushes himself to do well, asks great questions and is great with his peers. What an absolute joy to have in class!” Mrs. Placido said, “Peter is so earnest, kind, hardworking, a true learner, and genuinely a pleasure to have in class always!” Mr. Vliek commented, “He’s a freshman in our top ensemble, works his tail off, and, as was previously stated, is the most courteous person you can imagine.” Mrs. Mangan, Peter’s English teacher last year mentioned, “Peter is such a hard worker and has the most positive attitude and kind demeanor! He also has a great sense of humor.” Peter, at FHS, also enjoys band class because it is very interactive. One of his favorite memories so far of FHS, involves band and band camp where he had to dress in a wonder woman dance costume. After school, he is involved in science club and also enjoys helping his parents. In his future high school career, he looks forward to taking advanced classes and doing well in them and hopes to attend Michigan State University when he graduates. Outside of school, he works for the tech department. One of Peter’s friends, Kayli Solberg, said, “Peter is a very nice and sweet guy. He always goes out of his way to make someone’s day. He is a great friend and awesome bando!” Peter commented, “I am very happy to know that my teachers are happy with my work and nominated me for Student of the Week.” Congratulations Peter, keep up all the hard work for the next three years!

Trinity United Methodist holding ‘Tractor Blessing’ on April 13 Trinity United Methodist Church will hold its 6th Annual ‘Tractor Blessing’ on Sunday, April 13, at 2pm Come out and see the tractors big & small, old and new. There will also be miniature farm displays set up inside. Grill hot dogs will be offered for a free will donation. Anyone is invited to bring their tractor, lawn tractor, etc if they would like it blessed for the coming year by Pastor Dave Freeland. The church is located at 8201 Iosco Rd, Fowlerville, south of Mason Rd, at the corner of Bull Run & Iosco.

uestions contact the church of ce at 517-223-9601 and leave a message for Andy Herald. Join us for an afternoon of food, fun and fellowship.


Area ChurchListings

First Apostolic Lutheran Church 205 N. Summit, Webberville, MI

Pastor Robin Anderson Email: [email protected]

Service: Sunday 11:00am1st and 3rd Sundays

Bible Class at 10:00am4th Sunday - Communion

with Potluck followingALL ARE WELCOME

Fowlerville Church of

the Nazarene8040 Country Corner

Dr., Fowlerville, MI 48836

9:45 Sunday School 11:00 Worship Service

Rev. ary rif n (517)223-7111

www.fowlervillenazarene.org

Trinity United Methodist

Church8201 Iosco Rd, Fowlerville

(Corner of Bull Run & Iosco Rd)

517-223-3803

Pastor David Freeland

Sunday Worship Service 9:30am

Sunday School 9:30am Youth Group (6-12 grade)

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St. John’s Lutheran Church

132 S. Benjamin, P.O Box 218, Fowlerville 517-223-9108

Pastor Diane Greble8:30 am Traditional

Jan 26 9:30 am Worship

9:45 am Sunday School

11:00 am Contemporary

All are welcome in the name and love of Jesus Christ!

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Ministries6909 Grand River, Fowlerville (across from Greenwood Cemetery)

Pastor Bob Storey

Sunday Worship 10:30am Wed. Evening Bible Study 7:00pm

Friday Evening Healing Room 6:30pm-8:30pm

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Fowlerville First United Methodist

Church201 S. Second St.,

Fowlerville 223-8824

Pastor Thomas Tarpley

Sunday School 9:30am


Fowlerville United Brethren in Christ Church

9300 W. Grand River, Fowlerville

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4215 E. Holt Rd., Webberville

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Antrim Baptist Church

4509 E. Lovejoy Rd., Byron Pastor John Ashley

Youth Pastor Josh Middaugh

517-223-3126 www.antrimbc.org

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St. John’s Episcopal Church

504 Prospect St., Howell

Rector: The Rev. Dr. Susan Carter

517-546-3660

Holy Eucharist Rite I 8:30am

Holy Eucharist Rite II 10:30am

St. Agnes Catholic Church

855 E. Grand River, Fowlerville 517-223-8684

Rev. Louis T. EkkaSacrament of Reconciliation Wed 5-6pm & Sat 9-10am

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Williamston655-2294

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2070 E. Sherwood Rd.Williamston

Wayside Baptist Church2567 Elm Rd.Webberville

Pastor Ed Calhoun

517-521-4732

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Brandon Parent & Jennifer Cushing announce August wedding plans Brandon Parent and Jennifer Cushing of Perry will be joined in marriage on August 30th. Brandon is from South Lyon and currently employed as manager of the Webberville Party Store. He is an avid sports fan. He enjoys shing and gol ng in his spare time. His brother Ryan Parent will stand up as his Best Man in their wedding. Jennifer is from Howell and a graduate from Baker College. She is currently employed as a Medical Assistant at Mid Michigan Physicians and 98 Point 6 Urgent Care in East Lansing. She spends a lot of time hunting and shing in her spare time. Jennifer will have her sister Kelly Cushing as her Maid of Honor in their wedding. Brandon and Jennifer’s wedding will be held in Boyne Mountain.

Fowlerville student makes Dean’s List at Northwood University A Fowlerville student has been named to the Dean’s List at Northwood University in Midland. The announcement was made by Dr. Lance B. Lewis, academic dean of the university. Timothy J. Romsek, a senior, earned the honor. To achieve Dean’s List recognition, a student must earn a 3.25 grade point on a 4.0 scale.

Card of Thanks The family of Ricky G. Tobia would like to thank Ricky’s family and friends for their prayers and thoughts for our loss. So many wonderful stories were told of our brother. A very special Thank You to John Jelken and a thank you to Niblack Funeral Home. We will miss our brother and uncle.

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OFFICE HOURSAdministration f ce 00 3 30 p.m.Counseling f ce 6 00 3 00 p.m.

***Mar 31 Prom ticket sales startApril 3 Conferences ½ dayApril 10 LCC eld tripApril 14 Spring BreakApril 22 Return to school

***LCC Field Trip Class of 2014 -On April 10th, Fowlerville High School Seniors that are planning on attending Lansing Community College in the Fall have the opportunity to board a bus from FHS to West Campus to take their placement tests, meet with an advisor to schedule classes, have lunch, and take a tour of campus. On Friday, April 4th, a recruiter from LCC is coming to FHS to prep these students for the LCC Placement tests. Please pick up a permission slip in the counseling of ce and return it to Mrs. Petit. The schedule for the day is below.

***8 30 Students Board Bus to West Campus9 30 LCC Arrival Time9 45 Begin Testing students will need a picture D or school D, and must have already applied to LCC9 45 12 15 stations Academic Advising, Technology12 15 Lunch cost is 5.0012 35 Tour of Campus1 00 Wrap up students depart

***Prom Info: Ticket sales start March 31st through April 25th. Ticket prices 50 until April 12th 55 week of April 21st-25th. Pick up guest passes From Mrs. Tomassi, fowlervilleschools.org hs page forms or the of ce. Ticket includes Dinner, Dessert, and favor. Bring D Yes. Ticket sale at the door No. Directions Cleary University Grand River in Howell by Wal-Mart . What time prom starts and ends 6 00-11 00 Dinner will be served a 6 30

***Students wishing to test out of a course for the 2014-15 school year -TEST NG OUT for EACH COURSE taken there will be a 50 te tbook and materials deposit re uired at S GN UP. The deposit will be returned upon completion of the testing out packet and nal e am or assessment. No

refund will be given to students who sign up, but do not complete the testing out process. All testing out forms MUST be completed and returned by Friday, May 2nd to the HS Counseling Of ce to Ms. Kottong. Testing out packets will be available the last week of school. All tests must be completed during summer school dates and times, June 23th-July 25th, 30 -10 30 and 11 00 2 00. BST and World Language test must be scheduled with appropriate teacher.

***Senior parents graduation announcement informa-tion was delivered to your student in their English class Feb 19 or 20, if you did not receive it please visit www.migradgear.com .


Winter weather hurts Fowlerville schools’ budget; lengthens school year

By Ryan Jarvi Fowlerville Community Schools’ Board of Education approved amendments to several of the district’s budgets at its meeting on March 25 to help account for approximately $90,000 of weather-related expenses this year. “The snow days really cost money,” said Superintendent Wayne Roedel. “When we take a look at the overall impact, you would think that if we didn’t have school we would save a lot of money, but in effect when we talk about some of the changes in the budget, and we take a look at snow removal and overtime, and the wear and tear on trucks, and food spoilage, less revenue – it hits several programs pretty hard.” The district’s 2013-2014 Food Service, Community Services, and General Fund budgets saw changes as a result of lost revenue and unforeseen costs. The district is currently operating at a $3 0,000 de cit, with a pro ected General Fund balance of $1.5 million at the end of the scal year. The board also approved the purchase of a new 77- passenger bus to replace one that was deemed a total loss after an accident that occurred in mid-February. The bus will be bought from Capital City Bus Sales for about $79,000, and an additional $2,000 will be needed to purchase a new video camera system to bring the vehicle up to speed with the district’s other buses. “Given the age of our eet, ust think that it makes the most sense to bring in a new bus that’s a 77-passenger bus,” Roedel said. “ t may give us some exibility down the road relative to runs and how many runs we have in the future.”

Overall, the new vehicle will cost the district around $46,000 after an insurance recovery of $35,000 from the previous bus is put toward the bill. Roedel said the district looked at a number of options including used buses that were of similar age to the 2010 bus that was totaled, but said the best option was to purchase a newer vehicle. “When we took a look at all of our options, our best one – given that the average age of our eet is more than 10 years old; it was around 12 last time we looked at it a year ago – was to take a look and buy a similar bus to what we purchased a year ago,” he said. The district is also adding four days to its schedule to make up for school days that were cancelled due to weather. June 5, 6, 9 and 10 will be full days of instruction for all grade levels. June 11 and 12 will become half days. Graduating seniors will see no schedule change and will have their last day on May 23 with commencement on June 1. To view the ad usted school schedule, visit www.fowlervilleschools.org. Other Business The board also approved a one-year contract extension for Roedel and several other administrators, and passed a resolution allowing the superintendent to enter into a purchase agreement to sell the district’s Parker’s Corners property. The building was used as an alternative education school until it closed in 2003. Most of the land reverts back to the family of Daisy Driver in the event the property is no longer used as a school, so the district felt the best decision was to sell the property back to them per the land lease. “We feel pretty comfortable that if the Driver family

can pull their end together that we would sell the property relatively quickly,” Roedel told the board. Members of the board also discussed renaming the John S. Munn Middle School to the John S. Munn Early Childhood Center. The building hasn’t been used as a middle school for awhile, Roedel said, and the move is part of a concept the district has for the entrance onto the school campus from Hibbard Street. “ ’d like the rst building that the public sees to be one that’s actually in operation, that has a name that represents what that program is,” Roedel said. “ t’s the best of both worlds. t still recogni es John Munn as well as names the building for what it really is, or what it’s going to become.” The board’s next meeting will take place at 7 p.m. April 8.

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WEBBERVILLE SCHOOLS DISTRICT NEWS

Spring Break – Students will be on spring break from Monday, April 7 – Friday, April 11. School will resume on Monday, April 14.

* * *No School – There will be no school on Friday, April 18.

* * *Senior Citizen and Retiree Breakfast – Webberville senior citizens and WCS retirees are invited to attend breakfast on Thursday, April 17 in the elementary multipurpose room. The breakfast is from 8:30AM – 9:30AM. You are invited to enjoy breakfast and hear about all the great things happening in the district. An RSVP is requested by Wednesday, April 10. Please email [email protected] or call 521-3422 ext: 106.

* * *WJAA Softball Registration – All girls interested in playing WJAA softball should register now! Registration is open on the WJAA website at WJAAsports.net. Registration ends on Friday, April 11. Please call Treva with any questions at 388-2761.

* * *Trivia Night – The Athletic Boosters are sponsoring Trivia Night on Saturday, April 26 at Oak Lane Golf Course. The doors open at 6:30PM and the trivia starts at 7:00PM. Tables of up to 8 people will compete with other groups to answer trivia questions in various categories. The cost is $10 per person and cash prizes will be awarded. Please register your team with Janell at 517-376-0671.

WEBBERVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Award Assembly – The March Award Assembly will be held on Monday, March 31 at 2:15PM in the elementary gym.

* * *Mini Relay – The elementary students will hold a Mini-Relay for Life on Thursday, April 3. The relay will start at 3:00PM in the multipurpose room. Students will raise money for the American Cancer Society.

* * *Elementary Boosters – The next meeting of the elementary boosters will be on Monday, April 14 at 6:00PM in room 10.

* * *Jr. Garden Club – The next meeting of the Junior Garden Club will be on Wednesday, April 16 at 3:00PM.

* * *Penny Wars – The penny war will continue until May 2! This is a friendly competition between all the elementary grades. The winners are determined by who raises the most money. The grade who raises the most money will win bragging rights and a pizza party! All money raised will go toward buying new playground equipment. Start digging around for your extra change and help your class win!

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NHS Blood Drive – The last blood drive of the year will be held on Wednesday, April 2. You do not need an appointment in order to donate. Please come to the middle school gym between 8:30AM and 2:15PM to donate blood, save a life, and help Webberville seniors earn a scholarship!

* * *Athletic Boosters Meeting – The next meeting of the Athletic Boosters will be on Wednesday, April 16 at 6:30PM in the community room.

* * *NHS Induction – The National Honor Society will hold an Induction Ceremony on Wednesday, April 16. The evening will begin at 7:00PM with the induction ceremony followed by a dessert reception.

* * *Help Send a Student to Art Camp – Mr. Wilson has started a fundraising effort in order to send two secondary students (MS – 11th grade) to one of four summer sessions at Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp this summer. All of the information can be found on the Indiegogo fundraising website. Please take a moment to see what the kids could be involved with and contribute any amount to help cover the cost of sending the students to camp! Indiegogo link: http://igg.me/p/685579

Senior Spotlight-- Lauren LeonardBy Maria Rubio

Lauren Leonard is the daughter of David Leonard and Amy Kunzelman. Leonard is the sister of 15 year old Cody Leonard who attends Lansing Catholic High School. Before Webberville, Leonard had been a student at Dewitt Public Schools from kindergarten through 7th grade, and later moved to Williamston High School her 8ththrough 9th grade years. “I like going to Webberville Schools because of how small the school and community is,” said Leonard. Leonard plans to attend Lansing Community College for 2 years and plans on transferring to another school that she is undecided on. Leonard is considering going into something involving early childhood education. She is hoping to get a degree, but is undecided what speci c career. “Lauren is a very hard worker and takes her education seriously,” said mathematics teacher, Christina Haskell. Aside from being a great student, Leonard enjoys spending her spare time with fellow senior Garrett Solace. She also enjoys cooking and baking. “My favorite memory with Lauren was being at Grand Haven in the summer and being in town at night while watching the fountains and spending so much time on the beach,” said Solace. Leonard would like to give this advice to underclassmen and recognized her family for their support, “Always pay attention in class,” she said. In addition she added “I would like to thank my family for always supporting me and pushing me to the best of my ability throughout my high school years to strive for a better future.”

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Webberville United Methodist Church hosting Italian Feast on April 12 Webberville United Methodist Church is hosting an Italian Feast on Saturday, April 12, at 5pm. The menu will include all veggie pasta alfredo, spaghetti with or without meatballs, three cheese lasagna with homemade Italian garlic bread, salad and dessert bar. The cost is $9 for adults, $5 for kids 5-12 and kids 4 and under are free. Bring your family, your friends, everyone you know and enjoy a great Italian meal. The church is located at 4215 E Holt Rd (corner of South M-52 and Holt Rd) in Webberville and is fully handicapped accessible.


Millville United Methodist Church hosting Spiritual Renewal Services The Millville United Methodist Church will be hosting Spiritual Renewal Services, guest speaker, Eldred Kelley starting Sunday, April 6-9. Nightly Service at 7pm, 9:30am Bible Study. We are located at 1932 N. M-52, 5 miles north of Stockbridge and 9 miles south of I-96. For more info contact - 517-851-7853.

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Women’s Fiesta Mini-Retreat being held at Webberville United Methodist The Sisterchick group will hold a Women’s Fiesta Mini-Retreat, Sisterchicks Under Sombreros, Saturday May 3 at the Webberville United Methodist Church, 4215 E. Holt Rd. The Fiesta Retreat is open to all women 18 years and up. It is a day of faith, fun, and Sisterchick friendship. Morning coffee/tea and snack, lunch and an afternoon snack will be served. The day activities will include devotions, white elephant, and craft. An inspiring speaker, Joy will talk about Encouragement. Price is $18, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and bring a wrapped white elephant gift. If you have attended previously, please bring your passport and invite your family and friends. We have room for everyone to have a spiritual and festive day. Reservations or questions, please contact Jill Moon, 517-5215622 or Judy Christie, 517-294-3321. RSVP no later than April 29.

Webberville students & parents enjoy rst- ever arly iteracy ight

Webberville Kindergarten and Preschool students, along with their parents, enjoyed a night of fun activities at the First Annual ‘Early Literacy Night. The event provided exciting literature-based activities for students and practical “make and take” literacy activities for parents. Students enjoyed activities based on the book If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff. They made puppets, played games and created a literacy wheel for retelling the story; all while enjoying milk and cookies! Parents were involved in an entertaining “make and take” that included a variety of literacy activities that could be made from everyday

Mary Diedrich & Dana Coon shared information with parents at Literacy Night.

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household items. There were many ideas shared to enhance a child’s ability to read. Peg Mawby, Librarian for the Capital Area District Library-Webberville Branch, presented the parents with information regarding upcoming events at the library, as well as the opportunity to obtain a library card. This program, which was enjoyed by parents and children alike, will be an annual event to help build early literacy skills. Dana Coon, Reading Specialist, and Mary Diedrich, Speech-Language Pathologist hosted the evening. A special “thank you” to Suzi Slater, Chris La Roe, Shelby Cremer, Stacey Flynn, and Susan Wells for helping with this wonderful event.

Mi e Rogers Student o the Month Trevor Bedwell was named as the recent ‘Mike Rogers Student of the Month’ at Webberville Elementary. Mike Rogers is the area Congressman.

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lementary The 4th and 5th grade STARS from Webberville Elementary lit up the Webberville High School stage as they presented Annie KIDS on March 6th and 7th. Favorite songs such as “Tomorrow,” “The Hard-Knock Life,” and “You’re Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile” were part of the 40-minute show that showcased the musical talents of the upper elementary students. The 4th and 5th grade students ran the whole production, from the sound and spotlights, to the curtains and set. Congratulations on a great show!

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Webberville FFA students recognized at state convention Outstanding juniors: Pictured (left to right) Adam House, Paige Wilson, Chelsea Stanley, Whitney Bedwell, Leslie Shull and Kellie Merchant. Receiving the award and not pictured were Jared Eberly and Ezra Fuller.

State Degrees: Pictured (left to right) Megen O’Connor, Lillian Sessions, Katelyn Wylie, Alexis Lyons, Emily House and Sasha Glover. Receiving their state degree and not pictured was Aaron Eberly.

Leadership Contest: Pictured (left to right) is advisor Colleen Scott-Keiser, Jenna Kingsley, Paige Wilson and Sasha Glover. Kinsley and Wilson received a silver award for their demonstration on steer tting and showing. Glover received third place for job interview at state convention.

Broiler Contest Winner: Accepting the award on behalf of her middle school FFA broiler team was Lauren Ross, state nalist receiving the state runner up recognition at state convention. The chapter earned 5 state winning trophies at the state broiler contest.

Pro ciency Winners: Pictured (left to right) Emily House and Sasha Glover. House was awarded the state winner for her pro ciency in Ag Mechanics, Design and Fabrication. Sasha Glover received a gold state pro ciency in Ag Communications.

Pro ciency Winners: Pictured (left to right) are Kyle Reed and Caleb Eaton. They both received a bronze state pro ciency award in Ag Mechanics.

Pro ciency Winner: Logan Schneider received a silver award in swine pro ciency

Livingston County Diaper Drive taking place in April One in three Americans struggles to provide their babies with a basic essential - diapers. In Livingston County, more families are relying on federal programs to get by and a majority of programs do not cover the cost of diapers. Last year our diaper drive collected over 32,000 diapers which were distributed to those in need! Gleaners Community Food Bank, the major distributor of the diapers, reported this diaper inventory was used up in less than two months! The Great Start Livingston Parent Coalition will be hosting the 4th annual county-wide diaper drive throughout the month of April to help ll this gap. Why are we helping? --Diapers can cost up to $75.00 a month per child. --Babies kept in dirty diapers for extended periods of time may lead to babies suffering not just physically but emotionally. --The majority of licensed day care centers require a full day’s supply of disposable (not cloth) diapers and most Laundromats do not allow cloth diapers for sanitary reasons. --Our local food pantries receive very few diaper donations during the year and are often not able to supply families with

diapers. We are asking for your help to ensure infants and toddlers in Livingston County are not going without one of their most basic necessities. Will you consider being a part of the Livingston County Diaper Drive this year? Being a partner is simple. We are asking for you to place a Diaper Drive collection bin within your place of business and request donations of unopened disposable diapers of any size. The collection period will be throughout the month of April, however, if this month does not work we can arrange for different dates. We will provide posters for promotion of the project, information and media that will support the Diaper Drive, as well as collection bins. We will coordinate with Kiwanis to arrange for pick-up and distribution of the diapers. Gleaner’s Food Bank has generously allowed for storage of the diapers. All you have to do is ask for people to bring in diapers or monetary donations and we will take care of the rest! The Great Start Livingston Parent Coalition is a group of parents committed to improving the lives of Livingston County’s children. We are working cooperatively with the Great Start Collaborative to develop a comprehensive system of support services for children ages 0-5 and their families. The Diaper Drive is one way the Great Start Parent

Coalition has committed to making sure children arrive at the school door ready to learn. You can learn more at www.GreatStartLivingston.org. Please contact one of our Parent Liaisons: Sarah Smith 810-523-8770 and Laura Coatsworth 734-347-1798 or email them at: [email protected],[email protected] discuss how you can help with the Diaper Drive. We look forward to partnering with you in this effort to meet the needs of our community’s youngest learners. Sincerely,

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Livingston Genealogical Society meeting April 3 at Howell Methodist Church The Livingston County Genealogical Society is meeting on April 3, at 7 p.m., at the First United Methodist Church, 1230 Bower St., Howell. The topic for the meeting is ‘Tracing Your Female Line’ with speaker Carolyn Lucado Grif n. The meeting is open to the public and free of charge.


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HAPPY SPRING!! Spring is of cially here on the calendar but is it really here with our weather That would be debatable, I m sure. To me the sun is warmer, the snow is melting and there have been enough 40 degree days to make me think it is right around the corner. As you all know, the District has had ten (10) snow days this winter (it is a record number) and it is my hope that we do not get a surprise spring storm here in March or April. The State of Michigan forgives six (6) of those days as Act of God days. What that means to us, though, is that four (4) days must be made up. The State of Michigan Board of Education has recommended that make up days be added as whole days onto the end of the school year. Instructionally, it is best for students to attend a whole day rather than adding on minutes to the remaining days and I believe adding whole days is less disruptive to the family routine. Fowlerville Community Schools is following this line of thinking and adding four (4) days to the end of our school calendar to meet State attendance requirements. Changes in THIS YEAR’S School Calendar --June 5th and 6th will become full days of instruction rather than half days for all grade levels. --June 9th and 10th will be full days of instruction for all grade levels. --June 11th and 12th will be half days of instruction for all grade levels. --There will be NO change to the calendar for graduating seniors. Their last day will continue to be Friday, May 23rd with Graduation on Sunday, June 1st. I understand that this change might cause a disruption to your summer plans. If you have an unavoidable con ict, please contact your son s/daughter s building Principal and have a conversation with them. I m sure a solution can be found. It is important that you send your children to school on these days as exams will be given at the secondary level and many of the elementary classrooms will be wrapping up one of the best years ever.

* * *FCS/Senior Center Partnership The Fowlerville Online Learning Academy is proud to announce its new relationship with the Fowlerville Senior Center. The Senior Center graciously offered a portion of their of ce area where eight computers have been set up

Fowlerville School ReportBy Superintendent, Wayne Roedel

for online students to meet with mentors and work on their classes during the school day. The Fowlerville Online Learning Academy (FOLA) is a high school diploma program that is delivered online. It is a rigorous program that meets all of the State of Michigan graduation requirements. The program is open to students in grades sixth through twelfth grade. Some students desire an accelerated learning pace. Some are not on track to graduate and want to recover credits. Other students have been previously home schooled and are working to transition into a public school setting. “They really welcomed us with open arms,” says Grace Damerow, Administrator of the FOLA program. Ms. Damerow pitched the idea to Dean Snider, president of the Senior Center. He said, “Absolutely! Come on over and take a look.” Joan Bartkowiak and Brenda Dunham are FOLA mentors who are certi ed teachers, providing tutoring and assisting students in their independent online studies. Joan Bartkowiak commented, “It is such a wonderful place. They are just so friendly and they truly want us to be there. It is so warm and inviting.” The FOLA Senior Lab is located outside the Senior Center main of ce. Fowlerville Community Schools updated the FSC electrical service and brought in tables, computers, and chairs. Great relationships have resulted. One senior, Doug, was concerned about a friend living in the Philippines during the earthquake and hurricane this past Fall. Mentors and students did research online for Doug and were able to give the senior information about the area the friend was living in, which eased his mind. Some of the students started clipping coupons for Doug so he could purchase toothpaste and other household items to take with him to the Philippines. He is currently visiting his friend. One of the FOLA kids even helped the seniors change the lightbulb in their lunch room. Seniors also get the bene t of using computers provided by Fowlerville Community Schools. The students, of course, now have a comfortable, nurturing environment in which to

Front Row, L to R: Emily DeMarais, Joan Bartkowiak, FCS Teacher & Dean Snider, President of the Fowlerville Senior Center. Back Row, L to R: Brooke Dixon, Kat Delmerico, and Caleb Meloche.

study. We can t thank the Fowlerville Senior Center enough for sharing their space, time, and friendship with our students.

* * * As you read through this article, if it generates any other questions you may have for me, please feel free to email them and I will do my best to answer your question. My email is [email protected]. Thank you and Go Glads!


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COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES SYNOPSIS

Monday, March 10, 2014 @ 7:30 p.m.The Regular Village of Fowlerville Council Meeting was called to order by President Copeland at 7:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers.Trustees present: Bell, Helfmann (arrived @ 7:40 p.m.), Hill, Kuehn, Salfate and Stock. Absent: None. Also present: Village Clerk, Kathryn Arledge and Village Attorney, Richard McNulty.MOTION KUEHN, SECOND SALFATE, TO APPROVE THE AGENDA, AS PRESENTED. VOICE VOTE. MOTION CARRIED.MOTION STOCK, SECOND BELL, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA CONSISTING OF ITEMS 6.a. THROUGH 6.f. AS PRESENTED. VOICE VOTE. MOTION CARRIED.MOTION KUEHN, SECOND STOCK, TO AUTHORIZE THE VILLAGE ADMINISTRATION TO ENTER INTO NEGOTIATIONS WITH THE MT. OLIVET CEMETERY AND BRING BACK CONSENSUS TO THE VILLAGE COUNCIL FOR CONSIDERATION. VOICE VOTE. MOTION CARRIED.MOTION STOCK, SECOND KUEHN, TO ACCEPT THE RECOMMENDATION FROM THE LAW ENFORCEMENT COMMITTEE AND MOVE FORWARD WITH THE PURCHASE OF A POLICE VEHICLE. VOICE VOTE. MOTION CARRIED.MOTION STOCK, SECOND HELFMANN, TO ACCEPT THE RECOMMENDATION FROM THE LAW ENFORCEMENT COMMITTEE TO AUTHORIZE THE CHIEF OF POLICE, THOMAS COULING, TO PROMOTE THE VACANT POSITION OF SERGEANT FROM WITHIN AND IN ADDITION TO HIRE A FULL TIME POLICE OFFICER. VOICE VOTE. MOTION CARRIED.MOTION KUEHN, SECOND SALFATE, TO OPEN THE DISCUSSION DIALOG, REGARDING THE INFORMATION RECEIVED FROM ROBIN ROSE. VOICE VOTE. MOTION CARRIED.MOTION STOCK, SECOND KUEHN, TO STAY THE DISCONTINUANCE OF WATER SERVICE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 610 WEST GRAND RIVER AVENUE AND 113 NORTH SECOND STREET PROVIDED THAT THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS ARE COMPLIED:

1.THE OWNER SHALL PAY THE SUM OF $6,000.00 TOWARD THE OUTSTANDING BALANCE ON OR BEFORE MARCH 20, 2014. 2.THE OWNER SHALL REMAIN CURRENT ON ALL PROSPECTIVE QUARTERLY BILLS. 3.THE OWNER SHALL REMIT TO THE VILLAGE OF FOWLERVILLE, MONTHLY, AN ADDITIONAL $1,000.00 TOWARD PAST DUE WATER BILLS.ROLL CALL VOTE. AYES: STOCK, KUEHN, BELL, HELFMANN, HILL, SALFATE AND COPELAND. NAYES: NONE. UNANIMOUS VOTE. MOTION CARRIED.MOTION KUEHN, SECOND STOCK, TO AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF LAPTOPS AND/OR IPADS AND A PROJECTOR SYSTEM FOR THE PURPOSE OF GOING TO A PAPERLESS SYSTEM FOR THE VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETINGS. ROLL CALL VOTE. AYES: KUEHN, STOCK, BELL, HILL, AND SALFATE. NAYES: HELFMANN AND COPELAND. MOTION CARRIED.MOTION STOCK, SECOND KUEHN, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 14-03, A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING SERGEANT EVERETT DEGRUSH FOR HIS 20 YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE VILLAGE OF FOWLERVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT. ROLL CALL VOTE. AYES: STOCK, KUEHN, SALFATE, HILL, HELFMANN, BELL AND COPELAND. NAYES: NONE. UNANIMOUS VOTE. MOTION CARRIED.MOTION STOCK, SECOND BELL, TO APPROVE THE REVENUE REPORT FOR THE PERIOD OF FEBRUARY 20, 2014 THROUGH FEBRUARY 28, 2014, IN THE AMOUNT OF $13,335.17, AS PRESENTED. VOICE VOTE. MOTION CARRIED. MOTION BELL, SECOND STOCK, TO APPROVE AND PAY THE EXPENDITURES FOR THE PERIOD OF FEBRUARY 25, 2014 THROUGH MARCH 10, 2014 IN THE AMOUNT OF $276,866.30, AS PRESENTED. VOICE VOTE. MOTION CARRIED.MOTION BELL, SECOND HELFMANN, TO CONSIDER MOVING INTO CLOSED SESSION AT THE NEXT VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING. VOICE VOTE. MOTION CARRIED.MOTION KUEHN, SECOND HILL, TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 8:32 P.M. VOICE VOTE. MOTION CARRIED.

Respectfully Submitted,Kathryn M. Arledge, Clerk

(3/30/14)

Smith Elementary School News

IMPORTANT DATES: April 3 – ½ Day K-12, Parent/Teacher Conferences 1:00-4:00 pm & 5:00 – 7:30 pmApril 14 through 21 – Spring RecessApril 22 – School Resumes

* * *Just a Reminder - It is very important to make any changes to your child’s contact information as soon as the changes occur and make the changes through the of ce If the information is only given to your child’s teacher that will not trigger what has to happen for the changes to be made in the computer There is a form available in the Smith of ce that must be completed for changes to be made in our system These changes include: phone numbers, home or mailing address, adding or deleting contacts (people who can pick up your child in an emergency , etc

* * *PTC Updates – We are in need of assistance in the areas listed below If you have a little free time and would like to help us out, please email us at htsmithptc gmail com and/or sign up for the Smith PTC Volunteer Calendar - here’s how it works in 3 easy steps: 1 Click this link to go to our invitation page on Volunteer Spot: http://vols pt/o y3 b 2 nter your email address: ( ou will T need to register an account on Volunteer Spot) 3 Sign up Choose your spots – VolunteerSpot com will send you an automated con rmation and reminders asy

ote: VolunteerSpot com does not share your email address with anyone --Teacher appreciation meal coordinator: n April 3rd, we need someone to be at the school from 10:00-12:00 for setup and then back again for clean up at 7:30 It would also be super nice to have someone come in a couple of times from 1:00-7:30 to place cold items back in the fridge and to reorgani e/clean up aybe you and a friend could coordinate this together? Please let us know if you can plug in and help with this --Food donations: The teachers will be served cold cuts and all of the ings to make sandwiches on April 3rd for conferences They will also have chips, vegetables, and beverages n Volunteerspot com there is a full list of items needed If you are unable to volunteer your time, maybe you can plug in and bring some items We would like to have the items at the school by 10:00am on April 3rd --Clean Dry Newspapers or Loose Leaf Paper: The paper drive ends the 1st week of April et’s nish it off with a bang – Bring in all that you have to the school no later than Tuesday April 1st. The paper drive has been a lot of work on the volunteers with hauling and lifting so after April 1st it will no longer be taken to the recycling plant for money --Book Fair help: It takes a lot of man power to run the book fair and from onday arch 31st- Friday April 4th rs Tupy will be having one Again, you can go on to Volunteerspotcom and plug in, or ust email us and we will plug you in

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is in session from :00am – 4:00pm ou are encouraged to pre-enroll before coming to the of ce by going to our website at fowlervilleschools org and click on the ew Student

nrollment link ou must print a complete copy of the enrollment (appro imately 14 pages total) after entering your information ring that copy with you We cannot retrieve the enrollment later so you must print it right after you nish entering the information There are 2 sections of entry If you do not have computer access, ust come to the Smith of ce with the re uired pieces of information to register Please come prepared to enroll with your child’s irth Certi cate (*see the revised school code regarding age eligibility below), Current Immunization Record, Vision Screening after 3 ears of Age and Proof of Residency (Proof of Residency items should include a Driver’s icense and 1 additional piece, such as a bill, statement, lease or purchase agreement, etc ) Any uestions regarding registration, please call aura at 517-223- 430 *Please take note of the revised school code regarding new age eligibility for Kindergarten Round Up below For the 2014-2015 school year, a child may be enrolled in kindergarten if the child is at least 5 years of age on or before ctober 1, 2014 If a child is not 5 years of age on or before ctober 1, but will be 5 not later than December 1, the parent or legal guardian of that child may enroll the child in kindergarten for that school year if the parent or legal guardian noti es the school district in writing not later than June 1 before the beginning of the school year that he or she intends to enroll the child in kindergarten If a child described above becomes a resident of the school district after June 1, the child’s parent or legal guardian may enroll the child in kindergarten for that school year if the parent or legal guardian submits this written noti cation to the school district not later than August 1 before the beginning of that school year A school district that receives this written noti cation may make a recommendation to the parent or legal guardian of a child described above, that the child is not ready to enroll in kindergarten due to the child’s age or other factors However, regardless of this recommendation, the parent or legal guardian retains the sole discretion to determine whether or not to enroll the child in kindergarten under this new revised school code

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Livingston County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Program holding fundraiser The ivingston County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Program is holding a Spring Clean-up Fundraiser on April 2 at the Fowlerville Fairgrounds The event will take place from 10 a m to 3 p m ring your old scrap metal, large or small, to the fairgrounds at 00 W rand River, ust west of Fowlerville, and donate it for recycling o refrigerators, freezers or air conditioners, please All proceeds will bene t the 4-H Therapeutic Riding Program, also known as the rand uestrians A special thanks to Advance etal Alloys for their dumpster donation and recycling services Any uestions, contact Dorotha ugard at 517-521-3570


Moratorium on medical marijuana dispensaries approved by council

By Steve Horton Back in April of 2010 the Fowlerville Village Council passed a zoning ordinance that dealt with the sale and dispensation of medical marijuana. Recently, based on rulings by the U.S. Supreme Court and the Michigan Supreme Court, village of cials were advised by their attorney that this statute was probably unenforceable. The ordinance had read: “Each district, as created in this chapter, shall be subject to the regulations contained in this ordinance. Uses not expressly permitted are prohibited. Use for enterprises or purposes that are contrary to federal, state or local laws or ordinance are prohibited. Special uses, because of their nature, require special restrictions and some measure of individual attention in order to determine whether or not such uses will be compatible with uses permitted by right in the district and with the purposes of this ordinance. Special uses, therefore, are prohibited uses unless this prohibition is waived by the village planning commission reviewing and approving a special use request as provided in this ordinance.” The Michigan Supreme Court has in recent rulings stated that medical marijuana dispensaries are prohibited, supporting the ruling by Attorney General Bill Schutte, but the justices have also stated that local governments can not stop people from properly using medical marijuana. Under a ballot proposal passed by 63 percent of the voters on Nov. 4, 2008, the use of medical marijuana was legalized. State-level criminal penalties on the use, possession and cultivation of marijuana by patients who possess written

documentation from their physicians authorizing the medical use of marijuana were to be ended. A number of medical conditions for those suffering a fatal ailment or chronic pain were included in the list. The new law also allowed patients or their primary caregivers to possess no more than 12 marijuana plants kept in an enclosed, locked facility or 2.5 ounces of usable marijuana. A con dential state-run patient registry that issues identi cation cards to qualifying patients was also established. Shortly after the new law went into effect, dispensaries were opened in numerous places, including Handy Township, but many were subsequently raided by law enforcement agencies. The ruling by the Attorney General, which has been upheld by the state court, effectively shut them down as illegal operations. Two bills in the Michigan House, both approved by large majorities, seek to clarify the situation and to allow local governments to license and regulate provisioning centers (dispensaries). Another would extend the protections of smoked forms of marijuana to marijuana extracts. The aim of the former bill is to allow patients with a physician’s authorization to have a safe and legal place to purchase the drug. Michigan Senate, on the other hand, has greeted these bills in a lukewarm manner, with several senators opposing them. The Senate, meanwhile, passed a bill that would give courts the ability to determine whether a parent or guardian’s use of medical marijuana harms a child. Other restrictive measures have also been approved by the senate or are being considered. In addition to all of this, a law was passed last year that would move “pharmaceutical grade cannabis” to a pharmacy. However, the law is not effective unless the Federal Government also moves it to the status of a Schedule II controlled substance. If the Federal Government did move this cannabis to this category, then the state law stipulates that local units of government would be prohibited from enacting or enforcing ordinances regarding “pharmaceutical grade cannabis” licensed facilities but would be permitted to limit the number of facilities that may operate in their jurisdiction and could enact reasonable zoning regulations based on local zoning, health and safety laws for the cultivation, distribution, and sale of pharmaceutical cannabis. hether the Federal of cials will do so is problematic since the growing, possession, or sale of any amount of marijuana remains a federal offense. To say that the overall situation is confusing would be an understatement. Faced with this confusion and uncertainty, many municipalities have decided to take a wait-and-see approach. The Village council, at last Monday’s meeting decided to take the same approach and approved a six-month moratorium. Members made that decision based on a recommendation from the Planning Commission which has been looking at a new ordinance. The Planning Commission held a public hearing on a proposed zoning ordinance dealing with the sale and dispensation of medical marijuana earlier in the month. Members, after discussing the issue, decided to recommend that council approve a moratorium. Police Chief Thomas Couling, who attended this hearing, told council that “several proposed ordinances are being looked at, offering different options.” “However, we don’t know what the Michigan Legislature is going to do,” he noted. “There are a couple of different bills being considered. The Commission felt the best option was to impose a moratorium until the Legislature clari es the issue. They didn’t want to move forward with an ordinance and then have to amend it.” Village Attorney David Stocker supported the recommendation. “This does make sense,” he said. “Right now dispensaries are not legal according to the Attorney General. There is legislation introduced that would allow them.” Stoker was asked if the moratorium could be extended if the Legislature has still not resolved the matter after the six months has passed. He replied that other communities have done so. “The Planning Commission still needs to look at a proposed ordinance,” he added. “If there are any legal challenges, then we would not be accused of stalling.”

Livingston Area Parents of Multiples holding spring sale on April 5 The Livingston Area Parents Of Multiples (LAPOM) is holding its Spring Sale on April 5 at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 3555 E. Grand River Ave, Howell. Early Buy begins at 8:30am for $3. General Admission is open from 9am-1pm for $1. Strollers are welcome all hours, and we will be accepting cash and credit cards (for a small transaction fee). If anyone has any questions they can contact us at 810-844-1164.

Special guests read stories to students at Little Glad Center March is National Reading Month, and the preschool rooms at the Little Glad Center have been participating in a special reading program. Part of the program included special guests reading to Mrs. Brock’s and Mrs. Frechette’s classes throughout the month. The children have been enjoying some “classics” and have also been experiencing some new stories. Thank you to all of the educators, parents, and grandparents who participated in this program. Reading to children at a very young age will ensure their success in school!

Jennifer Conner reads a Dr. Seuss book to Mrs. Brock’s class.

Mr. Wayne Roedell, the school superintendent, takes time out of his busy day to read his favorite book to Mrs. Brock’s and Mrs. Frechette’s preschool classes.


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Another Successful ‘March is Reading’ Month March 2014 proved to be another successful month for the annual March is Reading Month effort in Michigan. Reading is vital to a successful education and lays the foundation to a rewarding and successful future. Teaching children to read at a young age is key to future success in both their school and career. That is why this March I visited as many elementary school classrooms as possible. Sharing my love of reading with the next generation is the focal point of my 2014 March is Reading Month activities. I encourage parents to join in the effort to help our children succeed through reading. Parents can check with their children’s school and local libraries about activities and programs and even ask about ways they can take part in reading activities along with their kids. Try to keep this reading trend going past March as well. Delving into a few good books in the warm sunshine is a great way to enjoy summer break. If you were unable to participate this March, please keep

an eye out for next year’s efforts and please be aware of some resources our friends at the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) have available to us, including suggested reading materials. By considering skill levels and developmental range, as well as the needs and interests of students, educators can select books that appeal to the broad spectrum. Acquiring a core of books, magazines, and reference materials is the rst step in engaging students and mastering Michigan’s learning requirements. The MDE resource page can be found at: www.michigan.gov/mde. Also, don’t hesitate to visit the Fowlerville Library for a wealth of materials and information. The knowledgeable and courteous staff will be on hand to assist you in any way possible. If you have any further questions please email my of ce at [email protected] or dial toll-free 1-855-563-4863 and my staff will be happy to assist you.

Col. Clayton ‘Bud’ Fenton, Jr., a Fowlerville alumnus, died last month A distinguished Fowlerville High alumnus, Col. Clayton Charles ‘Bud’ Fenton, Jr., died on Feb. 25, 2014 in Dayton, Ohio. Col. Fenton, who was retired from the U.S. Marine Corps., was 90 years old. Col. Fenton, the son of Clayton Charles Fenton and Ferne Marie Abbey, was born on the second oor of a pharmacy run by his father in Beulah, Michigan on June 14, 1923. The family subsequently moved Fowlerville where his father owned and operated Fenton’s Drug Store on East Grand River for many years. Bud, as he was known, graduated as Valedictorian of Fowlerville High School in 1941, lettering each year in track, football, and basketball. It was noted that “decades passed before some of his track records were surpassed.” After attending Michigan State College for two years, where he served as president of his sophomore class, Fenton was called to duty with the Marine Corps in 1942 and served during World War II. Later he entered the V-12 program, a pre-commissioning training program at the University of Michigan. In 1945 he transferred to Hawaii where he met his future wife, Dorothy June Williams. By 1946 they both worked as civilians with the Corps of Engineers in Guam until they moved to Michigan a year later so Fenton could complete a Mechanical Engineering degree at MSU. Due to the orean con ict, Fenton was called out of the reserves into active service in 1951. He remained in Korea for 13 months and, as a Captain, he led the last contingent of Marines from Korea to San Diego in 1955. Fenton moved his family, including two daughters and a son, to Virginia upon his return to the states and then in 1958 he became a resident of Saline in order to complete his MBA at the University of Michigan. He then returned to Virginia and worked in the District of Columbia and took additional training at Quantico. His ensuing duty stations included England, Okinawa, Vietnam, Parris Island in South Carolina, and nally to Dayton, Ohio at the Defense Electronic Supply Center. Col. Fenton served his country for over 30 years and was awarded the “Legion of Merit with Combat V” for his efforts. It was noted in his obituary that “Bud will be remembered as a kind and gentle man who had a strong sense of right and wrong. He was generous in all aspects of his life, whether it was sharing his garden vegetables, volunteering his time to repair toys for children, supporting numerous charities, or sharing his love of family. He had a lifetime passion for collecting stamps and coins and they were the source of many memories that brought his life much enjoyment.” He was preceded in death by his parents, his rst wife, and his sister Betty Yost of Howell. Surviving are his wife, Doris Williams Fenton; daughters, Abbey (Barry) Carroll and Sherry (Robert) White, both of Ohio; his son, Clayton Fenton III of Houston, Texas; his grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and his sister, Suzanne (Gene) Fetner; as well as his step-children, and step-grandchildren.


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Now Only$27,928*

OR 24 Month Lease Only $15984 mo.**With $1,999 due at signing

10,000 miles/year

ALL NEW2014 JEEPCHEROKEE

IN STOCKFOR IMMEDIATE

DELIVERY

2014 CHRYSLERTOWN & COUNTRY TOURING

Deep Cherry Red, leather 7-passenger seating with Stow & Go,p/sliding doors, p/liftgate, 6 spd. auto., 3.6 V6, rear DVD

entertainment system, touchscreen radio with backup camera,p/seat, p/w, p/l, p/mirrors, cruise, tilt, much more. Stk. #C51941

WAS $31,860

Now Only$25,184*


2014 CHRYSLER 200 LIMITEDCashmere Pearl Coat, leather bucket seats, heated seat,

remote start, power seat, p/w, p/l, p/mirrors, keyless entry,alum. wheels, much more. Stk. #C26808

WAS $26,690

Now Only$18,153*


2014 JEEP PATRIOT LATITUDEDeep Cherry Red, prem. cloth seats, 6 spd. auto.,

heated seats, remote start, Uconnect voice command,p/w, p/l, p/mirrors, cruise, tilt, alum. wheels,

keyless entry, much more. Stk. #J16039

WAS $23,960

Now Only$19,584*


SALE ENDSMONDAY, MARCH 31

AT 9 P.M.

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