Let this be your warning. In a few short weeks, you, the citizens of Battle Creek, will go to the polls and elect a new City Commission. Expect to find in your mailboxes and on your radio airwaves, misleading ads and statements that viciously attack one candidate or another. That is what politics in Calhoun County has come to. If you want that to stop, you must not listen to them. Make up your own mind as to the merits of each and every candidate and ignore the personal attacks made by power hungry neophytes who get more satisfaction out of winning elections than doing the right thing.
If you recall, before the November 2005 City Commission race, the Calhoun County Democratic Party and even the Michigan Democratic Party poured tens of thousands of dollars into radio ads and mailings that trashed several different candidates. This was unprecedented. In a matter of days, this once non-partisan election became a bloody political battle ground, no longing holding sacred the spirit of local political discourse. Instead, politicos from Lansing, who I doubt had the best interests of Battle Creek in mind, were suddenly trying to persuade you that some of most committed activists in our city were suddenly monsters. During that campaign, there was no talk about the issues of violence or jobs or of education. Instead, there were attacks after attacks after attacks. Have they no shame? In addition, the money that funded these attacks came from questionable sources, resulting in an official investigation by the Michigan Bureau of Charitable Gaming that is entering its 14th month with no resolution in sight.
You might also recall the election just last November for Trustee of Kellogg Community College. During that race as well, money from unknown sources was spent on behalf of several candidates, crossing the line of civic responsibility and plunging us into the depths of partisan shenanigans. In fact, many local candidates had to refund several contributions because they were ILLEGAL. That’s right – ILLEGAL. One candidate in that race, Jon Byrd, received almost half of his contributions from people who live OUTSIDE of Calhoun County. Were the best interests of Kellogg Community College at the fore during that campaign? I think not.
Is there any reason to expect a different campaign in 2007? The answer is no. Already there have been phone calls made into various parts of the city attacking one candidate or the other. I can guarantee you that the Calhoun County Republican Party and the Michigan Republican Party have not participated in these types of campaign tactics in Battle Creek – and will not. However, others who practice politics in Calhoun County have a track record of using this lowest form of political discourse to pave their way to victory, and I expect it to get much worse in the weeks to come.
So let this be your warning. Expect the vicious, negative, and irresponsible attacks to continue in the weeks to come. Expect your mailboxes and your radios to be polluted by statements that poison our political discourse rather than enhance it. Expect those that are more interested in winning an election than in doing the right thing, to do so at all costs - with no restraint and at times, with no conscious. But you don’t have to listen. Let this be your warning.
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Monday, October 15, 2007
URGENT!
If the job climate and business creation incentive wasn’t already threatened enough by the Governor and the Mark Schauer led Michigan Legislature, the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners may take up a resolution that will make it harder to do business in Calhoun County than most other places in Michigan.
The Resolution reads:
“Resolve, that the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners amend County Policy No. 405 – Purchasing as presented, decreasing the amount on all construction projects to $50,000 from $250,000 under Section IV.B.1 – Employment of local labor and D.1 –Payment of Prevailing Wage.”
What this means is that for any project paid for by Calhoun County, we would have to pay not the market rate for the labor, but a higher, prevailing wage. The last time I checked, I wasn’t aware that the County was so awash in money that we could afford to pay more than we had to to get a project completed.
But what is worse is that this Resolution would require that all contractors doing business worth over $50,000 for Calhoun County must “enter into a project labor agreement with the Southwest Michigan Building and Construction Trades Council, AFL-CIO, and its affiliated unions…”
Questions that pop in my mind:
Who are the supporters of this Resolution most interested in, the taxpayers of Calhoun County or the providers of their union campaign support?
What of the local contractors who have not signed such agreements with the AFL-CIO and its affiliated unions? They would not be eligible to do this work. Local contractors would be passed over in support of other AFL-CIO associated contractors.
I ask you to please contact your County Commissioners and ask them not to take this Resolution up and if it is brought up to not support it. Contact them RIGHT NOW! Here is how you can contact them:
Kate Segal (Chair) katesegal@hotmail.com
Terris Todd ttodd@battle-creek.k12.mi.us
Betty Arnquist barnquist@aol.com
Mike Rae raelawoffices@yahoo.com
Greg Moore gmoore247@comcast.com
Jase Bolger jase@iserv.net
Eusebio Solis esj_law@hotmail.com
The Resolution reads:
“Resolve, that the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners amend County Policy No. 405 – Purchasing as presented, decreasing the amount on all construction projects to $50,000 from $250,000 under Section IV.B.1 – Employment of local labor and D.1 –Payment of Prevailing Wage.”
What this means is that for any project paid for by Calhoun County, we would have to pay not the market rate for the labor, but a higher, prevailing wage. The last time I checked, I wasn’t aware that the County was so awash in money that we could afford to pay more than we had to to get a project completed.
But what is worse is that this Resolution would require that all contractors doing business worth over $50,000 for Calhoun County must “enter into a project labor agreement with the Southwest Michigan Building and Construction Trades Council, AFL-CIO, and its affiliated unions…”
Questions that pop in my mind:
Who are the supporters of this Resolution most interested in, the taxpayers of Calhoun County or the providers of their union campaign support?
What of the local contractors who have not signed such agreements with the AFL-CIO and its affiliated unions? They would not be eligible to do this work. Local contractors would be passed over in support of other AFL-CIO associated contractors.
I ask you to please contact your County Commissioners and ask them not to take this Resolution up and if it is brought up to not support it. Contact them RIGHT NOW! Here is how you can contact them:
Kate Segal (Chair) katesegal@hotmail.com
Terris Todd ttodd@battle-creek.k12.mi.us
Betty Arnquist barnquist@aol.com
Mike Rae raelawoffices@yahoo.com
Greg Moore gmoore247@comcast.com
Jase Bolger jase@iserv.net
Eusebio Solis esj_law@hotmail.com
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Dearborn Debate Huge Success
I joined several other local Republicans at the Dearborn Presidential Debate and had a great time. Just some thoughts that might never get reported:
First, both Fred Thompson and Chris Matthews seemed much more fit and trim than you see on TV. Second, it was funny to see the moderators turn around with looks of disgust on their faces every time the audience applauded. Thirdly, you could sense some real uncomfortableness when both Ron Paul and Tom Tancredo said they might not support the Republican nominee. Fourth, it really seemed that the candidates liked each other and were enjoying themselves.
On top of the announcements that most of the Democrats are REMOVING their names from the Jan. 15th Michigan Primary Ballot, it was a good day for Republicans in Michigan. Any thoughts? What did you see while watching on TV?
First, both Fred Thompson and Chris Matthews seemed much more fit and trim than you see on TV. Second, it was funny to see the moderators turn around with looks of disgust on their faces every time the audience applauded. Thirdly, you could sense some real uncomfortableness when both Ron Paul and Tom Tancredo said they might not support the Republican nominee. Fourth, it really seemed that the candidates liked each other and were enjoying themselves.
On top of the announcements that most of the Democrats are REMOVING their names from the Jan. 15th Michigan Primary Ballot, it was a good day for Republicans in Michigan. Any thoughts? What did you see while watching on TV?
Sunday, October 7, 2007
Gettin' Dirty
Well, it wasn't pretty, but Chris and Rosie Simmons, Susan and Jim Baldwin, the Weiss', some other new friends and I joined forces Saturday, under the direction of Team Active's Mike Wood to clean up a little portion of the Kalamazoo River. It is impossible to comprehend how anyone can dump tires, trash, and a whole truck load (or so it seemed) of building supplies in a beautiful strectch of the Kalamazoo River. We worked hard for a few hours and still had work left to do. Good job to all of you who turned out and let's plan on making a bigger splash (no pun intended) next year.
Thursday, October 4, 2007
Democrats Caught!
If the fiasco with Democrat Senate Staffers being caught red-handed violating Senate rules by photographing the voting board during non-roll call votes wasn't bad enough, check out this interview the Governor granted Frank Beckman on WJR. She is caught campaigning to not expand the sales tax to services a year ago. And if you have been following the story, this is the interview after it was completed, the Governor tried to suppress. Incredible! Give a listen:
http://www.wjr.com/Article.asp?id=488295&spid=6525
http://www.wjr.com/Article.asp?id=488295&spid=6525
Wednesday, October 3, 2007
McCain Committed to Iraq Victory
In case you missed it (you certiainly won't hear much of it from the candidate himself) but Senator John McCain's two sons will be heading to war. Check out this link to hear more:
http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/08/30/in-rare-moment-cindy-mccain-broaches-her-sons-service/
http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/08/30/in-rare-moment-cindy-mccain-broaches-her-sons-service/
Chris Simmons for City Commission
Take a look at some of the proposals put forth by Battle Creek City Commission candidate Chris Simmons - quite refreshing after last weeks actions by the State of Michigan:
"Reduce property taxes by 3 mills over tw years to ease the burden on our citizens and encourage residential and economic development.
Tax deductions for home improvements, moving into the city, and new businesses.
Hire an ombudsman to identify and reduce wasteful and inefficient government spending.
Restory leaf pickup.
Preserve, improve and maintain green space and protect the environment."
GO GET 'EM CHRIS. Check out his website at www.votesimmons.org.
"Reduce property taxes by 3 mills over tw years to ease the burden on our citizens and encourage residential and economic development.
Tax deductions for home improvements, moving into the city, and new businesses.
Hire an ombudsman to identify and reduce wasteful and inefficient government spending.
Restory leaf pickup.
Preserve, improve and maintain green space and protect the environment."
GO GET 'EM CHRIS. Check out his website at www.votesimmons.org.
Kudos to Nofs/Wenke
I think we owe a great deal of thanks to State Representatives Mike Nofs and Lorence Wenke for standing strong against the Granholm tax increases. Thanks guys!!!
And what about the story of Senate Democrat staffers violating Senate Rules:
"Senate To Discuss Camera IncidentA Senate Democratic photographer who was found to have been taking pictures of the voting board Sunday night/Monday morning in violation of Senate rules might have her floor privileges permanently revoked, MIRS has learned.Suzanne CATERINO, the staff photographer for the Senate Democratic caucus, was spotted by a Republican staff member crouched behind the desk of Senate Minority Leader Mark SCHAUER (D-Battle Creek) taking pictures of the voting board during the difficult tax increase votes and the votes on immediate effect.When the sergeants confiscated her camera, it was found she had taken numerous pictures of the board throughout the night. Senate Majority Leader Mike BISHOP (R-Rochester) said he was "displeased" by the "egregious" violation of the rules, noting that her actions could have derailed the very tenuous agreement that was being carried out on the floor.Bishop said no decision has been made about Caterino's fate, but he expressed some skepticism about Schauer's claim that he had no idea what she was doing."
And what about the story of Senate Democrat staffers violating Senate Rules:
"Senate To Discuss Camera IncidentA Senate Democratic photographer who was found to have been taking pictures of the voting board Sunday night/Monday morning in violation of Senate rules might have her floor privileges permanently revoked, MIRS has learned.Suzanne CATERINO, the staff photographer for the Senate Democratic caucus, was spotted by a Republican staff member crouched behind the desk of Senate Minority Leader Mark SCHAUER (D-Battle Creek) taking pictures of the voting board during the difficult tax increase votes and the votes on immediate effect.When the sergeants confiscated her camera, it was found she had taken numerous pictures of the board throughout the night. Senate Majority Leader Mike BISHOP (R-Rochester) said he was "displeased" by the "egregious" violation of the rules, noting that her actions could have derailed the very tenuous agreement that was being carried out on the floor.Bishop said no decision has been made about Caterino's fate, but he expressed some skepticism about Schauer's claim that he had no idea what she was doing."
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Great Site for Presidential Polls
Check out this site time and time again as it contains the most up-to-date national poll numbers for the Presidential Primary as well as a state-by-state breakdown of the most recent poll numbers in each state:
http://www.presidentpolls2008.com/
http://www.presidentpolls2008.com/
Congressman Walberg on the floor of the House
Check out this link from a little floor attention by Congressman Walberg: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21dIeyCcwxQ
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
The Immigration Question
The hot issue of the day is the immigration bill being debated in the Senate this week. Today, Congressman Tim Walberg explained his opposition to the bill in an op-ed piece that appeared in the Battle Creek Enquirer. You can read it here:
http://www.battlecreekenquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070627/OPINION02/706270313
I think that we all can agree that more work needs to be done to implement the Secure Fence Act of 2006 (requiring a fence be built along the borders). In addition, Congressman Walberg points out that the bureaucratic hurdles thrown up during the immigration process also need to be streamlined and reformed. This too, is a point of solid agreement among most Americans and most Republicans.
Some Republicans, however, are supporting this bill, including President Bush. The bill does require hefty fines (in the area of $5,000) for illegal immigrants, an approximate 10 year process to obtain citizenship, a concentrated requirement for English and Civic knowledge, and increased requirements for identification.
What I think is most impressive about this debate, though, is that it is being driven by our Party. Even though the Democrats control both Houses of Congress, it is Republican ideas and leaders who are controlling its future. However you fall on this issue, be proud of the fact that our party is not satisfied with the status quo and that we have leaders like Congressman Walberg and President Bush hashing out the details. Thanks fellas.
s
http://www.battlecreekenquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070627/OPINION02/706270313
I think that we all can agree that more work needs to be done to implement the Secure Fence Act of 2006 (requiring a fence be built along the borders). In addition, Congressman Walberg points out that the bureaucratic hurdles thrown up during the immigration process also need to be streamlined and reformed. This too, is a point of solid agreement among most Americans and most Republicans.
Some Republicans, however, are supporting this bill, including President Bush. The bill does require hefty fines (in the area of $5,000) for illegal immigrants, an approximate 10 year process to obtain citizenship, a concentrated requirement for English and Civic knowledge, and increased requirements for identification.
What I think is most impressive about this debate, though, is that it is being driven by our Party. Even though the Democrats control both Houses of Congress, it is Republican ideas and leaders who are controlling its future. However you fall on this issue, be proud of the fact that our party is not satisfied with the status quo and that we have leaders like Congressman Walberg and President Bush hashing out the details. Thanks fellas.
s
Thursday, June 21, 2007
A Fighting Parent
Ma ny of you know the story of our own Robert Pederson - if you haven't, you must be hiding under a rock. Check out Rob and Angela's Blog here: http://www.daddy.typepad.com/ .
They share a great story of what a parent is willing to do to be an important part of his children's life. Thanks for all your hard work and devotion. You are an inspiration to us all.
In addition, Robert is planning a bike trek from Lansing to Washington, D.C. to bring awareness to equal parenting rights. If you can find a way to support him, do it.
s
They share a great story of what a parent is willing to do to be an important part of his children's life. Thanks for all your hard work and devotion. You are an inspiration to us all.
In addition, Robert is planning a bike trek from Lansing to Washington, D.C. to bring awareness to equal parenting rights. If you can find a way to support him, do it.
s
Did Our Founding Fathers Smoke?
What would our Founding Fathers think of the proposed smoking bans? Well, first of all, being profiteers of the tobacco industry, they would not appreciate the government interference of their business. But secondly, and more importantly, what about the individual freedoms they tried to protect here in the New World?
James Madison explained the philosophy behind the new government in The Federalist Papers. What he tried to explain was this:
Human beings can be selfish creatures. They will continually try to get more things and take more actions that they think will help them in their own pursuits of happiness. Sometimes these desires may conflict with others. Previous forms of government had been instituted to deal with these conflicts by force and decree, thereby removing the cause of the conflict. Madison and the Founding Fathers thought this obscene. They thought that if you remove the freedom that causes the conflict, you have despotism. Rather, what they lobbied for and succeeded in achieving, was a government that protected people’s freedoms to do what they want while controlling the effects of those actions, ensuring that everybody’s rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness are protected.
Smoking is bad. People should not smoke. People should also not eat fatty foods. People should not drink too much, gossip, call each other names, buy things they can’t afford, etc. etc. But people do all those things.
I completely understand and support the banning of smoking in publicly owned buildings (most people do not smoke, they should not have to deal with smoke in buildings they, in effect, are part owners of). However, the intrusion of government into privately owned buildings is going too far. Having said that, if I owned an entire building, I would either ban smoking in it or at least regulate it to a broom closet in the basement. But to have government tell me how I must run my building is not acceptable. The property rights guaranteed to us by the Founding Fathers are still important to many of us. Let’s not eliminate a freedom to prevent conflict (despotism), rather, let’s work together to control freedom’s effects so that a balance between the public health and personal freedom can be found.
James Madison explained the philosophy behind the new government in The Federalist Papers. What he tried to explain was this:
Human beings can be selfish creatures. They will continually try to get more things and take more actions that they think will help them in their own pursuits of happiness. Sometimes these desires may conflict with others. Previous forms of government had been instituted to deal with these conflicts by force and decree, thereby removing the cause of the conflict. Madison and the Founding Fathers thought this obscene. They thought that if you remove the freedom that causes the conflict, you have despotism. Rather, what they lobbied for and succeeded in achieving, was a government that protected people’s freedoms to do what they want while controlling the effects of those actions, ensuring that everybody’s rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness are protected.
Smoking is bad. People should not smoke. People should also not eat fatty foods. People should not drink too much, gossip, call each other names, buy things they can’t afford, etc. etc. But people do all those things.
I completely understand and support the banning of smoking in publicly owned buildings (most people do not smoke, they should not have to deal with smoke in buildings they, in effect, are part owners of). However, the intrusion of government into privately owned buildings is going too far. Having said that, if I owned an entire building, I would either ban smoking in it or at least regulate it to a broom closet in the basement. But to have government tell me how I must run my building is not acceptable. The property rights guaranteed to us by the Founding Fathers are still important to many of us. Let’s not eliminate a freedom to prevent conflict (despotism), rather, let’s work together to control freedom’s effects so that a balance between the public health and personal freedom can be found.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Executive Committee of Calhoun County GOP Meets
We had a great Executive Committee meeting last night. Not only did we do some official business, but got to hear what our elected officials are up to:
County Drain Commissioner Blaine VanSickle has taken care of the beaver nusiance out on Cotton Lake by installing a beaver bypass system. Good work.
Congressman Walberg has been actively listening to his constituents, most recently at Battle Creek Health System and out at Fort Custer Industrial Park.
County Commissioners Greg Moore and Jase Bolger have been pleased with the new Hard Labor sentencing and thanked Sheriff Byam and Jeff Albgaugh for helping this be successful. In addition, they informed us on the proposed smoking ban that could take place in Calhoun County - more on that in the days to come I hope. Finally, there is a proposal to increase the number of Road Commissioners from 3 to 5. This seems like this will only cost the taxpayers more money. What is the benefit? Anyone?
Finally, Anne Norlander, the Calhoun County Clerk announced that almost every document her office keeps (and that the public has access to) will be available on-line in the near future. Many of the more common documents are already on-line, but the rest should be up and available in cyberspace in the weeks to come.
Great meeting - thanks to all.
s
County Drain Commissioner Blaine VanSickle has taken care of the beaver nusiance out on Cotton Lake by installing a beaver bypass system. Good work.
Congressman Walberg has been actively listening to his constituents, most recently at Battle Creek Health System and out at Fort Custer Industrial Park.
County Commissioners Greg Moore and Jase Bolger have been pleased with the new Hard Labor sentencing and thanked Sheriff Byam and Jeff Albgaugh for helping this be successful. In addition, they informed us on the proposed smoking ban that could take place in Calhoun County - more on that in the days to come I hope. Finally, there is a proposal to increase the number of Road Commissioners from 3 to 5. This seems like this will only cost the taxpayers more money. What is the benefit? Anyone?
Finally, Anne Norlander, the Calhoun County Clerk announced that almost every document her office keeps (and that the public has access to) will be available on-line in the near future. Many of the more common documents are already on-line, but the rest should be up and available in cyberspace in the weeks to come.
Great meeting - thanks to all.
s
Sunday, June 17, 2007
Juneteenth a Huge Success!
For any one who participated in the Juneteenth Celebration yesterday, you'll know that a great time was had by all. The organizers deserve a lot of thanks. State Representative Mike Nofs, County Commissioner Greg Moore, and I participated in the parade and I must say, it is one of the best parades we've been in. Many good things are happening in Battle Creek and many good people are making them happen. We should never let our political differences get in the way of making progress in areas and in ways that we can all agree on.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
The SBT Deal
Attached is an article in today's Detroit News about the new Single Business Tax replacement. It looks like there is support for the proposal from a variety of individuals and groups. Some concerns that have been raised is the tax INCREASE on certain sectors (finance, insurance, out of state companies), but I would like to know how this new tax level compares to other states in the region before coming to a final conclusion. 72% of businesses will see a tax DECREASE as compared to the old SBT - so that is a good thing.
Also, there is no net tax decrease for businesses in Michigan. One way to help spur economic growth (thereby increasing tax receipts) is to cut taxes. I hope our state governmental officials don't forget that.
Having worked in a split state legislature in the past, I know how difficult it is to work together and get acceptable legislation through, so I must tip my hat to the legislative leaders for offering this complex and comprehensive proposal.
Your thoughts?
Link: http://detnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070614/POLITICS/706140408
Also, there is no net tax decrease for businesses in Michigan. One way to help spur economic growth (thereby increasing tax receipts) is to cut taxes. I hope our state governmental officials don't forget that.
Having worked in a split state legislature in the past, I know how difficult it is to work together and get acceptable legislation through, so I must tip my hat to the legislative leaders for offering this complex and comprehensive proposal.
Your thoughts?
Link: http://detnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070614/POLITICS/706140408
Gen. George Armstrong Custer's Battle Flag Up for Auction
FYI-
I thought this was an interesting article and story about the auctioning off of Gen. Custer's Civil War Battle Flag down in Gettysburg, PA. Feel free to act accordingly:
http://lsj.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070614/COLUMNISTS09/706140338
I thought this was an interesting article and story about the auctioning off of Gen. Custer's Civil War Battle Flag down in Gettysburg, PA. Feel free to act accordingly:
http://lsj.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070614/COLUMNISTS09/706140338
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Good Speech about Democrats' Spending from the House Floor Today
Rep. Paul Ryan from Wisconsin gave this quick speech on the House Floor today detailing the change - in the wrong direction - of Congressional spending habits:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9VRKCGBSo4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9VRKCGBSo4
A Different Perspective from the Middle East
Watch this video from Al Jazeera TV. It is quite a different view than what we see on American TV:
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=1296126090432829344
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=1296126090432829344
US Air Force Band to Perform Free Concert
If you have never seen or heard the United States Air Force Band - this is your chance. If you have seen them before, I know you will want to see them again.
They will be performing a FREE concert at the beautifully restored W.K. Kellogg Auditorium on July 6, 2007 at 7 pm. This concert is brought to you by the Yellow Ribbon Committee.
To reserve your FREE tickets - email gordon@scenepub.com
They will be performing a FREE concert at the beautifully restored W.K. Kellogg Auditorium on July 6, 2007 at 7 pm. This concert is brought to you by the Yellow Ribbon Committee.
To reserve your FREE tickets - email gordon@scenepub.com
Calhoun County Republican Women to Retire Flags
Here is some info on an important event going on tomorrow night. Don't miss and I'll see you there:
Would you like to see a proper flag retirement? Centerline of Calhoun County welcomes everyone to join in observing a formal flag retirement ceremony on Flag Day, Thursday June 14th.
Collection sites in Albion at Albion Motors, in Marshall at Darling’s Hardware and Herman’s Hardware, and in Battle Creek at M-66 Auto Body & Frame, Justice Fence and Henkel Lincoln Mercury have accumulated almost 400 flags. Collection continues Monday June 11th. Please join us in giving Old Glory the respect it deserves.
The event is open to the public and the Calhoun County Republican Women’s Association cordially invites you to attend the ceremony at 7:00 pm on Flag Day, Thursday, June 14, 2007 at Centerline of Calhoun County. Performing the honors will be Calhoun County Vietnam Veterans, as well as BSA Venture Crew 308. Colonel Tommy L. Lancaster, United States Army Chief of Staff, Defense Reutilization and Marketing Service will speak immediately following the ceremony.
Centerline is located at 23100 13 Mile Road (Old Bellevue Road). From I-94 take exit 104 – 11 Mile Road North to end, turn right on Old Bellevue Road go four miles to Centerline; from M-78 in Bellevue take Sand Road South, go three miles to Centerline; from Battle Creek take Cooper Road at Emmett Street, go eight miles to Centerline. You are welcome to bring lawn chairs for the outdoor portion of the event.
Would you like to see a proper flag retirement? Centerline of Calhoun County welcomes everyone to join in observing a formal flag retirement ceremony on Flag Day, Thursday June 14th.
Collection sites in Albion at Albion Motors, in Marshall at Darling’s Hardware and Herman’s Hardware, and in Battle Creek at M-66 Auto Body & Frame, Justice Fence and Henkel Lincoln Mercury have accumulated almost 400 flags. Collection continues Monday June 11th. Please join us in giving Old Glory the respect it deserves.
The event is open to the public and the Calhoun County Republican Women’s Association cordially invites you to attend the ceremony at 7:00 pm on Flag Day, Thursday, June 14, 2007 at Centerline of Calhoun County. Performing the honors will be Calhoun County Vietnam Veterans, as well as BSA Venture Crew 308. Colonel Tommy L. Lancaster, United States Army Chief of Staff, Defense Reutilization and Marketing Service will speak immediately following the ceremony.
Centerline is located at 23100 13 Mile Road (Old Bellevue Road). From I-94 take exit 104 – 11 Mile Road North to end, turn right on Old Bellevue Road go four miles to Centerline; from M-78 in Bellevue take Sand Road South, go three miles to Centerline; from Battle Creek take Cooper Road at Emmett Street, go eight miles to Centerline. You are welcome to bring lawn chairs for the outdoor portion of the event.
Gore's Support for War in Iraq?
For those of you who listened to Rush Limbaugh today, here is a link to the Al Gore speech from 1992 where he advocates for unilateral military action in Iraq and for taking out Saddam Hussein. I wish someone would ask him if he was wrong back then?
http://youtube.com/watch?v=bogBwAby3so
http://youtube.com/watch?v=bogBwAby3so
The New Beginning
Well Calhoun County Republicans, last week we enjoyed friendship and fellowship as we broke bread together with Secretary of State Teri Lynn Land at our annual Lincoln Day Dinner. At that dinner, I said that Calhoun County Republicans was on the verge of a rebirth. This blog is just another indication that things are changing, and changing for the better.
So please check back here often as I will be updating this space as things happen in our community, in our state, and in the country at large. Sometimes that will be every day, sometimes that will be every hour, but I will try to keep you updated of all the things I am hearing that might be interesting to you.
Thanks for reading.
s
So please check back here often as I will be updating this space as things happen in our community, in our state, and in the country at large. Sometimes that will be every day, sometimes that will be every hour, but I will try to keep you updated of all the things I am hearing that might be interesting to you.
Thanks for reading.
s
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