November 6, 2024 | Issue #10 | Past issues

Good Neighbors

At Good Neighbor Food Pantry of Boyne City, volunteers Lisa Montague and Anne Nemes prepare bags of fresh fruits, vegetables and other staples for Boyne area residents. The food pantry is located in the Boyne Area Free Clinic building, across from Rotary Park on State Street. It is open Tuesdays from 10 a.m to 12 p.m. and 2 to 5:30 p.m. You can donate $20 to purchase a turkey for a local family by visiting their website.

Inside this issue

• County, township & Boyne Falls Village election results
• Sheriff investigates voter fraud allegations
• School board reviews possible bond projects
• Hunters asked to donate venison to Manna
• Boyne Meets Broadway on sale for Nov. 14-16
• Chamber plans welcome reception for new director
• Main Street plans 'Earlier Bird' and Holly Jolly Boyne
• Patrick McCleary history: Leroy Street haunted house
• Thanks to the donors who keep the news coming!
• Obituaries
• Music and entertainment listings

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Boyne Falls Village voters throw out 3 incumbents; New members support "pot store"

Corrections

In the October 31 Boyne Citizen article about the Boyne Falls Village Council elections, we stated that former council member Gabe Blackledge had resigned when he was arrested and convicted on multiple charges involving human trafficking and criminal sexual conduct. Blackledge has not been convicted on those charges. We apologize.

In a photo caption with our story on Evangeline Township candidates, we mistakenly stated the offices Erin Mercer and Larry Taylor were seeking. Mercer is a candidate for township clerk and Taylor is a candidate for township treasurer, which were correctly stated in the accompanying article.

Sheriff investigates election fraud allegations

County Sheriff Chuck Vondra is investigating allegations of election fraud after he was presented on Tuesday with a list of 576 people who allegedly were not eligible voters or who voted multiple times. Vondra had his officers hand deliver notices to all city and township clerks to preserve any data from the election.

“I talked to two people on the list,” Vondra said. “One was my employee, and he voted only once. Maybe it’s fraud, maybe it’s nothing. Are all these people victims, rather than suspects? Maybe this is what the Secretary of State calls a 'glitch.' I certainly don’t think our local clerks violated the law.”

Melrose Township Clerk Robin Hissong Berry said the notice was delivered by a sheriff’s deputy on Election Day. She said the request to preserve data was nothing that would change how clerks operate. “We are already required to preserve data. We have to keep all ballots, absentee ballots and the envelopes that they come in. I have piles of data.”

Vondra would not release the names of people making the fraud allegations for now, but he said that could come later.

Full county election results are online

Boyne Citizen election coverage (above and below) focused on contested races. Here is a link to all county election results, including state and national races and local races that were uncontested. 

Julie Wheat defeats County Treasurer Betty Simon

Republican Julie Wheat swept into office on Tuesday’s Republican wave, defeating incumbent Democrat Betty J. Simon, in the race for Charlevoix County treasurer. Wheat garnered 62% of the vote, winning by a margin of 10,404 to 6,387.

Wheat is the Administrative Assistant and Soil Erosion Officer in the county Building Safety Department. She has worked for Charlevoix County for nearly 12 years. Simon has worked in the County Treasurer's office since November 2004, and she was elected treasurer in 2020.

Melrose Clerk Berry beats incumbent Supervisor Goodwin

Robin Hissong Berry received 68% of the vote and defeated long-time Township Supervisor Vern Goodwin, 485-248. Goodwin had served as supervisor for 16 years, the same number of years Berry served as township clerk. 

In the race for two trustee positions newcomer Mary Pat Goldich, 428 votes, and incumbent Tim LaGasse, 328 votes, prevailed over incumbent Dan Nowland 267 votes.



Rebecca Jenkins was unopposed running to replace Berry as township clerk. Jenkins has been serving as deputy clerk for more than a year, and “She has completed much training to prepare for taking over the position as clerk,” Berry said.

Conklin defeats VanZee for Hayes Township supervisor position

Challenger William Conklin was elected Hayes Township supervisor, easily defeating incumbent Ron VanZee, a write-in candidate who narrowly lost to Conklin in the Republican primary. The general election totals were 747 votes for Conklin, 463 votes for VanZee, and 101 for Libertarian candidate Alexander  Curley.

The incumbent township clerk and treasurer, both Republicans, were able to withstand challengers to be reelected. Clerk Kristin Baranski defeated Democrat Laura Ford 791-580, while Treasurer Julie Collard outpolled write-in candidate Sherry Baker-McCary, 924-290.

Incumbent Republican trustees Matthew Cunningham (825 votes) and Doug Kuebler (822 votes) were reelected over Democrat Stan Boris (424 votes) and write-in candidate Kevin Wills (297 votes). 

Beishlag, Reynolds elected to Eveline trustee positions

Republicans Eric Beishlag (781 votes) and Rob Reynolds (721 votes) were elected to two Eveline Township trustee positions Tuesday, defeating incumbent Democrat Janet Blossom (425 votes).



Bonneville defeats Cool in race for Bay Township treasurer

In Bay Township, Republican Debra Bonneville defeated Democrat John Wayne Cool, 535-163 in the race to replace outgoing treasurer Stephen Ritter. The township road millage proposal for one mill for three years passed, 574-220.

Boyne City school board continues review of possible bond improvement projects

The Boyne City Public Schools Board held a special meeting to continue their review of facility and technological needs, as they prepare to ask for a no-tax-increase bond in May, 2025. Board members met with administrative staff, as well as an architect from French & Associates and construction team from Barton Mallow Builders.

Superintendent Patrick Little presented a list of $38 million of possible improvement options at a special meeting on October 14, when the board started reviewing the improvement projects. (For details on that meeting, see Boyne Citizen, October 17th.) To achieve a no-tax-increase bond request, the board needs to decide which of the projects can be funded for $24 million, and which will stay on an improvement list, but not be included in the bond proposal.

In an October 28th special meeting, the board toured the facilities, including the press box at the high school football field. They looked at elementary school locations for a possible addition/reconfiguration of the building. For a proposed Career and Technical Education addition, they viewed possible locations at the high school bus entry area, the elementary school parking lot, and the middle school playground. 

Little presented the board with a revised proposed improvements budget estimate of $31 million including only top priority items. Priority 2 and 3 projects remain on the needed improvements list, but were not included in the revised budget estimate. 

The board discussed each project's merits and asked the consultants questions. Then, the board asked the consultants to review the elementary school addition, placing it at the east end of the building instead of the south end, and to prepare a budget estimate for the alternate location.

Third grade teacher Erin Mastin spoke during public commentary to encourage the board to invest heavily in the elementary building, since it has not been renovated to the extent the other buildings have been.

The board will discuss the additional information and the possible improvement projects at the next regular board meeting on Monday, Nov. 11 at 6 p.m. in the Boyne City Education Center hospitality classroom. They will try to reach consensus on which improvements to include in a bond proposal for no more than the $24 million that would be generated by a no-tax-increase bond. 

The board is expected to vote on the bond proposal at the December regular meeting, when they can call for an election. Thus, they will have time before the December vote for more discussion and deliberation in a special meeting, if deemed necessary.

All board minutes and meeting dates can be found on the Boyne City Public Schools website.

Michigan urges hunters: Do your part, shoot a doe

From Bridge Michigan: As Michigan’s popular whitetail deer firearm season approaches, state officials are urging hunters to shoot does to curb populations tweaking regulations to encourage it. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources sent out an alert encouraging antlerless deer kills, saying they’re needed across much of the Lower Peninsula” to cull herds that are causing car crashes, spreading disease and destroying farmers’ crops.

While Michiganders can legally hunt deer from September through January, the majority of kills are during the state’s regular firearm season from Nov. 15 to 30. “Managing deer numbers effectively is crucial for ecosystem health, agricultural interests and the balance of natural predators,” the state DNR said in its alert.

> Full story.

Hunters asked to donate venison to Manna Food Project

Manna Food Project and Petoskey Sunrise Rotary are asking hunters to “Please consider helping those less fortunate by donating as little as one pound of venison from your harvest. Donate an entire deer, and we will pay for the processing.”

It’s called the Venison for Manna Project, and since the program's inception, generous hunters have donated over 10 tons of venison. The Manna Food Project provides food to over 35 area food pantries, including the Good Neighbors Food Pantry in Boyne City.

All donations must be made through a participating processor, including Ida's Kitchen, 3473 Penfold Road, Boyne Falls, phone 231-549-2098.

Former cop changes career direction

Kyle Smith, who recently retired from the Boyne City Police Department, was sworn in Wednesday as the city’s new assistant planner and zoning administrator by City Clerk-Treasurer Jessica Puroll.

Boyne Meets Broadway tickets on sale for Nov. 14-16

Boyne Meets Broadway tickets are now on sale for performances at 7 p.m. Friday through Sunday, Nov. 14, 15 and 16 in the Performing Arts Center at Bone City High School. Tickets are $10 for all seats, which are available from cast members, from the high school office M-F 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., and at the door starting at 6 p.m. each evening (until sold out). 

Boyne Meets Broadway is a variety show style performance involving about 50 high school students - 43 on stage and 7 stage crew. Students will be performing numbers from Wicked, 9 to 5, Grease, Hairspray, Shucked, Annie, Waitress, Band Stand, Newsies and many more. Directors are Michael and Jen Houser, Erin and Stephen Zucker, Charles Garson and Taylor Swaim.

There will be a dinner offered through the BCHS Hospitality Department on Friday, Nov. 15 only, from 5 - 7 p.m. in the BCHS Commons just outside the theater. If you'd like to attend the dinner, use this link to make a dinner reservation. To pay for tickets in advance; use this link. Or pay with cash or check when you arrive for the dinner on November 15.

You can also make a reservation for dinner when you purchase your show ticket from the high school office. The BCHS Jazz Band will perform during the dinner, as well as a small group of BC Middle School Drama students. The Jazz Band will also perform before the Saturday, Nov. 16, show starting at 6 p.m. No ticket is needed to listen to the jazz band that night.

Boyne Meets Broadway started in 1993 as a dinner theater collaboration between the BCHS Drama Department and Stafford's One Water Street restaurant in downtown Boyne City. Students performed around the dining room tables as patrons enjoyed a multi-course meal. BMB was also performed at Boyne Mountain for a couple of years and then found its current home in our high school starting in 2005. 

A STAR RETURNS - Former BCHS Drama Department star William Raveau will be performing at the high school performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30. William is back performing in his hometown for the first time since 2019, and he will be backed by local pianist Phil McLellan. You can purchase tickets online for $25 or $35. High school students can buy tickets for $15, one ticket per student ID. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the BCHS Drama Department.

Shoppers get better deals when they wear their pajamas, so this is a scene that will be common all over downtown on Saturday, Nov. 23.

Main Street kicks off holiday season with Earlier Than The Bird on Nov. 23

Boyne City Main Street is planning a trio of Christmas season events with shopping and the annual Santa Parade as the holiday focus.

EARLIER THAN THE BIRD gets the holiday season started early in the morning of November 23, the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Downtown stores have special offers for shoppers dressed in their pajamas (sweats don’t count!) from 7 to 11 a.m. 

Some stores give bigger discounts the earlier you shop, which means people line up to get in the stores - in the dark, in the cold before they open! Most downtown stores and some restaurants participate, but the Main Street website and Facebook page will list all the details.

Main Street will conduct their annual Earlier Than the Bird mug give-away in the alley-way next to Indo China Gardens (the backside of the Main Street office) as in the past. “We will open that window at 7 a.m. and give away mugs until we run out,” said Main Street Executive Director Ingrid Day.

HOLLY JOLLY BOYNE - All decked out with holiday lights and decorations, Main Street says “our downtown sparkles” for this family fun event held November 29, the Friday evening after Thanksgiving. Businesses stay open and provide refreshments, and the annual Santa Parade begins at 6 p.m. Follow Santa as he makes his way to the tree lighting at Sunset Park, and then to the Boyne City Eagles for hot chocolate and cookies as Santa visits with the children.

SIP & SHOP HOLIDAY BAZAAR is held a week later from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, hosted by the Boyne City Farmers Market at Veterans Park Pavilion. Shop for unique gifts, including artwork, crafts, artisan foods and wine, in this third annual holiday event. Local wineries will be on hand to add some cheer while talented local musicians will keep your feet tapping throughout the evening.

Chamber plans welcome reception for new director

Everyone is invited to meet new Boyne Area Chamber Executive Director Tricia Wilcox (pictured) at a welcome reception from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, in the Park View Room on the second floor of City Hall.

The chamber’s next Business After Hours networking event will be held at Odawa Casino's Room 94 in Petoskey from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21. Odawa will donate three door prizes: a one night hotel stay with a $100 Sage restaurant dining credit, a $25 food credit and $20 of free play, and a $25 food credit with $10 in free play. 

One Water Street businesses will host the chamber’s Dec. 12th Business After Hours from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Drumheads percussion group to perform free concert Sunday at BC Presbyterian

Enjoy the many sounds of percussion with The Drumheads from the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra, performing at 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10th at the Presbyterian Church of Boyne City, 401 S. Park St. The free concert is part of the orchestra’s Sunday Series, bringing recitals of small ensembles to neighborhood venues in Charlevoix and Emmet counties.

Tim Mocny, Bob Sagan, and Timm Johnson will perform favorites, originals, and reimagined classics in creative percussion compositions and arrangements with drums, glockenspiel, marimba, vibraphone, cymbals, electric bass and more. There is something for everyone and all ages in this dynamic performance.

The free of charge Sunday Series recitals are made possible through the generous support of Carolyn Klender. The Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra is a nonprofit professional orchestra headquartered in Petoskey. For more information, visit www.glcorchestra.org or call 231-487-0010.

Railroad display coming to Heritage Center Nov. 16

The Boyne Heritage Center is partnering with the Kalamazoo Model Railroad Historical Society for an event in Boyne City on Saturday, Nov. 16. The railroad group is the current owner and restorer of Caboose 802 from the Boyne City, Gaylord, & Alpena railroad (pictured mid-restoration). They will be bringing up a model railroad layout and giving a presentation on their work restoring the caboose. 

The event is split into two sections: the model railroad layout and the Heritage Center exhibits will be free admission from 12-2 p.m., although both the Heritage Center and Kalamazoo MRHS appreciate donations to support their work. Paid admission ($10 for adults and free for children 12 and under) will be required for the historic presentations afterwards about the KMRHS caboose restoration efforts. There will be three presentations starting at 2 p.m. Meet us from 12-4 in the Commission Chambers in City Hall to see the trains and history for yourself.

BC Hardware hosts 4th Veterans Night Out on Friday

Boyne City Hardware will host its fourth Annual Veterans Night Out, honoring our nation's active, former and retired military heroes from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8. All veterans are invited, along with one guest, to enjoy 20% off store-wide.

The first 24 veterans through the door at 6 p.m. receive a free gift bag valued well over $50. Enjoy refreshments, camaraderie, free samples and interactive stations with chances to win amazing prizes throughout the evening. Prize drawings will be held every 30 minutes.

Event organizer Jessica White said, “The first year we did it, we had over 100 guests ranging from a WWII vet to an 18-year-old who had just enlisted.” Here is a Facebook photo album of the 2023 event.

Advance Board hosting 1950s-60s coffeehouse 

The Advance Board of Commerce (ABC) is hosting a 1950s-60s coffeehouse event from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9. The coffeehouse will be staged in the Advance Community Hall, 984 Advance Road, across the street from Sommerset Pointe Yacht Club, behind the Advance Party Store. All ages 18 years and up are invited.

Admission will be free, with a request for donations to promote future events. The Advance Board of Commerce is a 501(c)3 charitable organization, serving all of Charlevoix County with emphasis on the Village of Advance.

There will be different coffees and teas available with light snacks. Local talent has volunteered to perform, with an open invitation to additional performers if interested. The venue will resemble an old time coffeehouse such as the Raven Gallery, once a popular place to go in the Detroit area for beatniks and hippies. Alcohol and marijuana are not allowed.

There will be trios, soloists playing acoustic guitars and other instruments. Storytellers and comedians are welcome. The event is hosted by Dolph Cwik, a member of the ABC. If you have questions or an interest to be one of our acts (we prefer if you call in Advance - no pun intended). Dolph can be contacted at (231) 590-6877 or awcwik@charter.net. 

Conservation District annual meeting set for Nov. 14

Charlevoix Conservation District invites everyone to join them for their 76th Annual Meeting from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14th, at the district office, 303 North St, Boyne City. Enjoy sandwiches from Lake Street Market and other goodies on the house and vote for incoming board members. Voters must be of legal voting age and reside in Charlevoix County. 

After a brief welcome and introductions, Jim Hettinger and Ed Otis from the Great Lakes Coalition will speak on their nonprofit group's initiative of protecting the Great Lakes region through environmentally sound management to ensure the lakes remain healthy, natural, accessible and usable forever. More information on GLC can be found at www.greatlakescoalition.org. 

Anyone unable to attend the annual meeting, Hettinger and Otis have offered to hold an additional meeting on the Great Lakes Coalition shoreline discussion from 9:30-10:30am Friday, November 15th, also in the district's Community Room. 

Space is limited. Reservations are required for both the Annual Meeting and the November 15th Extended Shoreline Discussion. To RSVP, contact the district at 231-582-6193. 

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Genealogy with Patrick: A Q&A Session on Saturday

The Boyne District Library is hosting “Genealogy with Patrick: A Q&A Session” from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 in the Community Room. While much like a beginning genealogy and family history research class, the question-and-answer format of this program will allow for the exploration of both broad and specific topics - gleaning knowledge along the way from both the presenter and others in attendance.

For those who are just beginning to explore their roots, this may be the class for you. For those who desire to broaden their scope of skills, you may find this the perfect opportunity to pose questions and learn how to pursue these goals. In either case, our discussion will allow participants to benefit from the shared experiences and research techniques used by both novice and long-time researchers.

Long-time local historian and Certified Genealogist Patrick McCleary will lead the group’s discussion. Participants are asked to bring along their laptops if they have them or sign up for use of those available through the library using the registration link for this event. This program is free and open to the public and all are encouraged to attend.

An early photograph of the now-abandoned home at the end of Leroy Street. Photo

courtesy of the Patrick McCleary Collection.

THROUGH THE HISTORIAN'S LENS

A haunted history - the former Colley home on Leroy Street in Boyne City

By Patrick McCleary

The Charlevoix County History Preservation Society

Each week we’ll visit some aspect of the lesser-known history of Boyne City and the surrounding area - not only major events, but the people and families who assisted in making them happen. In doing so, we help to preserve our rich, colorful and fascinating local history. Please don’t hesitate to suggest areas of interest or to share additional information and stories by emailing throughthehistorianslens@gmail.com. Come learn with us!

My article last week appeared in print on Halloween. I had chosen not to retell the story of the former Colley home on Leroy Street as it has been some time since I’ve been asked to do so. However, many of you immediately contacted me to say, “Hey, we wanted to see the story on the “haunted house!” I would like to remind you, readers, that this is really just a good example of the “process” behind researching a house or property history. There is no need to make up details as you go along. The stories themselves are usually interesting enough without all of the embellishments. Following is the home’s timeline of residents and events as I know them to be. Just remember, I’m not here to report all the “spook stuff.” I’ll leave all of that up to your own imagination. 

Before I go any further with this, let me clarify something. Do I believe in all the mumbo jumbo of ghouls and goblins? No. Do I think that the house is “haunted?” Yes. However, over the years I’ve heard the home referred to as “a sad home,” an “unhappy place,” and a “lovely old house… that’s very troubled.” That is the kind of haunted that I choose to believe. I started researching the stories surrounding my great-grandparent’s house over 30 years ago. I’ve spoken with people who lived in the home, resided near it, and those who have simply paid it a visit at one time or another. For generations people have said that things were “unsettled” there. I can only attest to the fact that I was in the house once, experienced nothing more than a few hairs raised on my neck and arms, and I “lived to tell the tale” that you are about to read. 

 [An early photograph of the now-abandoned home at the end of Leroy Street. Photo 

 courtesy of the Patrick McCleary Collection.]

FACT: This home is private property. While you may view it from the road, the current owners have clearly stated that pedestrians are NOT permitted on the property. Please respect their wishes. 

SOME BASICS FACTS ABOUT “HOUSE HISTORIES”

When you compile a history of a house, or even a piece of property, you have to base the information on facts- or at the very least, oral history that can be documented in one way or another. Plat books, property deeds, vital records, cemetery records, local and county newspapers, obituaries, published local history works and written personal accounts of the local landscape all get used to do this. Ask yourselves, would an “axe murder” REALLY be something that would go undocumented in vital records as well as in all city and county newspapers? It simply doesn’t happen. Human nature is what it is and is the same today as it was 100+ years ago. No one is going to miss out on reporting a scandal like that! Charlevoix County newspapers date back to 1878. Later, Boyne City news was being covered by three newspapers in Boyne City alone, as well as newspapers in East Jordan, Petoskey, Gaylord, Elk Rapids and as far south as Traverse City and north as St. Ignace and Newberry! To claim a “lack of press coverage” for such far-fetched stories as murders and self-inflicted harm is simply ridiculous. Common sense needs to also come into play here. 

Now, on with our story… should you dare to read further, click here.

> Patrick McCleary is a Certified Genealogist affiliated with the Charlevoix County History Preservation Society (CCHPS), 12555 Taylor Road, Charlevoix, MI 49720. The CCHPS promotes the understanding and appreciation of the heritage of the people of Charlevoix County and its townships by seeking out, collecting, preserving, and interpreting artifacts of historical and cultural significance. For further information, contact Patrick by email: Throughthehistorianslens@gmail.com.

Boyne Area News Briefs

FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS continue at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8 as the Boyne City Ramblers travel to Kingsley for the Division 6 District final. Boyne City advanced by defeating Negaunee, 23-16, last week. The Ramblers will be trying to avenge an early season 26-20 loss to Kingsley. Both teams have an 8-2 record heading into the game. Fans can purchase tickets online for $7 in advance, and “your phone is your ticket.” Live radio is available free from 104.5 Bob FM, and live video (requires subscription) is available HERE.

SLEIGH RIDES - Northern Michigan Equine Therapy will be offering sleigh rides to “the North Pole” as their annual fund-raiser on Sunday, Dec. 8. Take a sleigh ride to the North Pole on a horse-drawn sleigh to meet Santa and enjoy hot cocoa, cookies and crafts at Santa's Workshop. Meet their friendly therapy horses, NMET staff and volunteers. Proceeds support therapy scholarships. Sleigh rides are every half hour from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and require reservations. Please email nmequine@gmail.com with questions.

FOOD PANTRY TURKEYS - The chase is on! The Good Neighbors Food Pantry wants to round up some Northern Michigan turkeys for Thanksgiving and put them on the plates of those in need in the Boyne area. A $20 donation will provide a family with all the fixings for a complete Thanksgiving meal. Here’s how you can donate:

• Drop your check or cash at Pat O’Brien and Associates Real Estate in Boyne City.
• Mail your tax-deductible check to Good Neighbors Food Pantry, PO Box 35, Boyne City, MI 49712 
• Donate online at www.goodneighborsboyne.org.

SKATE PARK BENEFIT - Duncan Studios is hosting a Paint Party Fundraiser at 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, at the new Peninsula Park Event Center (formerly Friggy’s) to benefit the construction of Boyne Area Skate Park. Get your tickets on the skate park website.

FREE COVID TESTS - Households across the country are eligible to order four free COVID-19 tests at COVIDTests.gov. The COVID-19 tests can detect current COVID-19 variants and can be used through at least the end of 2024. To order tests that are more accessible for people with disabilities, visit ACL.gov/AccessibleTests.

City of Boyne City Municipal News

NORTH BOYNE HOUSING PROJECT - Invitation to Submit Proposals & Request for Qualifications. The City of Boyne City, seeks a development partner for a city-owned property at 508 Court Street. The 10-acre vacant parcel provides a unique opportunity for a flexible mix of housing types. The approximately 3-acre development area of the parcel is currently zoned multi-family residential, which has a maximum density of 10 units per acre. The total acreage of the parcel can be used in the density calculations for the development area. The property is accessed by a public paved street and is adjacent to City sewer and water mains that have sufficient capacity to serve a build-out of the site. The City also has the 3-acre community garden parcel nearby that will become available for development next year. For more information about this property, please contact: Michael Cain, City Manager, mcain@boynecity.com. 231-582-0377. Proposal Submissions Due By: January 1, 2025. Full RFQ.

LEAF PICKUP - City residents can have their bagged leaves picked up on Mondays and Fridays from now through Monday, Nov. 11. Please set bagged leaves curbside in biodegradable paper yard waste bags available locally at Boyne City Hardware, Boyne Co-op and other sources. Put only leaves in bags, as the bags are not strong enough to hold sticks, sand, or stones, and will tear upon lifting. More info.

> Or maybe it's just better to "leave the leaves."

 

PLANNER/ZONING ADMINISTRATOR - The City of Boyne City is seeking an experienced Planner/Zoning Administrator to lead the Northern Michigan waterfront community’s successful two person department in the provision of planning, zoning, and code enforcement services to the City and two adjacent townships. Submit resume, letter of interest, salary history and requirements, and three references to: Michael Cain, City Manager, City of Boyne City, 319 North Lake Street, Boyne City, MI. 49712-1101, by November 4. EOE. Details. 

OPEN POSITION - POLICE OFFICER - The City of Boyne City is seeking qualified applicants for a community minded and team-oriented Police Officer. Submit letter of interest and resume to: Kevin Spate, Chief of Police, kspate@boynecity.com. Position details.

CITY BOARD OPENINGS - Are you interested in getting involved and having a voice on what is happening in the City? Volunteer to serve on a board! For more information and to download an application, visit the City’s website. 

• Airport Board – 2 seats open
• Economic Development Corporation (EDC) / Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA) - 1 seat open.
• Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) – 3 seats open
• Housing Commission – 1 resident position open
• Parks and Recreation Commission – 2 positions open

CITY MEETINGS – Click here for board information, agendas, and minutes.

> Main Street Board meets at 8 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, in the Commission Chambers at City Hall. The agenda will be posted here.

> City Commission next meeting is at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12.

Obituaries

Diana May (Petrowski) Barnadyn

March 12, 1950 ~ November 5, 2024 (age 74)

Andrew "Andy" Mark Birdsall

October 15, 1961 ~ November 5, 2024 (age 63)

Jeffry Riley

August 8, 1955 — November 1, 2024 (age 69)

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MUSIC, ARTS, AND ENTERTAINMENT

Please email your special events and music information to jamie@boynecitizen.com.

BARREL BACK. 4069 M-75, Walloon Lake, (231) 535-6000.

> Live music 6-9 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays with music and trivia on Thursdays.

Mondays - Sean Bielby

Tuesdays - Lara Fullford

Wednesdays - Pete Kehoe

Thursdays - Trivia & music by Holly Keller

BC LANES/THE VENUE BAR & GRILL. 1199 M-75 S, Boyne City,(231) 582-6353.

> Open bowling 5-9 p.m. Tuesdays, 3-10 p.m. Fridays, 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturdays, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Sundays.

> LIVE MUSIC

Saturday, Nov. 9 - Two Beats 7-10 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 16 - Shuvlhed 8-11 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 23 - Peril 8-11 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 30 - Yankee Station 8-11 p.m.

BOYNE CITY FARMERS MARKET. Indoors in the pavilion at Veterans Park, 207 N. Lake Street, Boyne City. (231) 582-9009.

> Open Saturdays 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

BOYNE CITY TAP ROOM. 220 S. Lake St., Boyne City, (231) 459-4487.

> MY CLUE TRIVIA - Mondays

> SINGO BINGO - Tuesdays

> LIVE MUSIC 7 p.m.

Thursdays - Adam and the Cabana Boys

Fridays - Patrick Ryan and Josh Raber

> THANKSGIVING WEEK SCHEDULE CHANGES:

Tuesday, Nov. 26 - Singo Bingo

Wednesday, Nov. 27 - Adam and the Cabana Boys

Thursday, Nov. 28 - Closed for Thanksgiving Day

BOYNE MOUNTAIN. 1 Boyne Mountain Rd., Boyne Falls, (855) 688-7024.

> Weekly schedule of events and entertainment at all Boyne Mountain venues.

BOYNE VALLEY VINEYARD. 05325 US 131 S, Petoskey (231) 373-2090.

> LIVE MUSIC - Saturdays 2-6 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 9 - Chase and Allie

Saturday, Nov. 16 - Chris Calleja

Saturday, Nov. 23 - Michelle Chenard

Saturday, Nov. 30 - Chris Calleja

CAFE SANTE. 1 Water St., Boyne City, (231) 582-8800.

> LIVE MUSIC- Mondays 6-9 p.m., The Shifties.

CROOKED TREE ARTS CENTER. 461 E. Mitchell Street. Petoskey, (231) 347-4337.

> LIVE MUSIC 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 23 - Thornetta Davis.

DOWNTOWN BOYNE CITY - Boyne City Main Street

> Holly Jolly Boyne - Friday, Nov. 29 - 5 to 9 p.m. Businesses are open and many serve refreshments. The Santa Parade starts at 6 p.m. Follow Santa as he makes his way to the tree lighting at Sunset Park, and then to the Boyne City Eagles Hall for hot chocolate and cookies.

FRESHWATER Art Gallery and Concert Venue , 217 S Lake St., Boyne City, (231) 582-2588.

> LIVE MUSIC - 8 p.m. Call to reserve tickets.

Saturday, Nov. 30 - The Way Down Wanderers - High energy bluegrass. 

Saturday, Dec. 28 - Thornetta Davis

Sunday, Dec. 29 - Larry McCray

GREAT LAKES CENTER FOR THE ARTS. 800 Bay Harbor Dr., Petoskey, (231) 439 -2600.

Dance and choral concerts in November.

LAKE STREET PUB. 202 S. Lake St., Boyne City, (231) 497-6031.

> TRIVIA NIGHT - Wednesdays at 7 p.m.

MUSKRAT DISTILLING.121 Water St., Boyne City, (231) 268-0178.

> KARAOKE - 8 to 11 p.m. every Wednesday

> LIVE MUSIC 8 to 11 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 8 - Real Ingredients

Friday, Nov. 15 - Eric Jaqua

Friday, Nov. 22 - SaxU4ia

Friday, Nov. 29 - Sean Bielby

PROVISIONS LOUNGE. 123 Water St., Boyne City, (231) 582-2151.

LIVE MUSIC, 6-8 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 12 and 19 - Sean Bielby

Tuesday, Nov. 26 - Kevin Johnson

RED MESA GRILL.117 Water St, Boyne City, (231) 582-0049.

LIVE MUSIC 6-9 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 12 - Eric Van Horn

Tuesday, Nov. 19 - Significant Others

Tuesday, Nov. 26 - Project 6

Wednesday, Nov. 27 - Thanksgiving Eve Party - Dave Cisco

STIGGS BREWERY & KITCHEN. 112 S. Park St., Boyne City, (231) 497-6100

> First Wednesday of the month (but it's Nov. 11th, the second Wednesday, next month) - Open Mic Nights hosted by Nelson Olstrom, 6-9 p.m.

WALLOON LAKE VILLAGE. M75 just south of US 131.

> Annual Village Lighting Ceremony - Wednesday, Nov. 27, 5 to 8 p.m. in the Village of Walloon - indoors and outdoors. Scavenger hunt with prizes, pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus, live reindeer, the Petoskey Steel Drum Band. Details on Facebook.

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