Beaver Island Michigan

John - Someone is making a good profit off those fares. It has come to the point that my children, who make a lot more money than I do, can no longer afford to come to the Island for a visit with car, grandchildren and dogs. I don't think my family are the only ones. This is something that many of u...

Darby - Thank you for your active interest in Island issues. As you know I have contacted BITA on several occasions and although we don't always agree, both Bob Tidmore and Mary Cook have always been most accommodating in responding to my requests. I too wonder where the profits have gone and whethe...

Richie - I agree with you. What can we collectively do to correct something as critical to Beaver Island's future in the operation of the EI and the apparent lack of oversight and control?

John - My post above was not intended to justify a one township concept. It was my personal opinion and guide for good governance for both voters and elected officials whether we have one township or go back to three. Again the points you made in your post are very valid. I took them to be for peopl...

John - All very valid points. I would just add that the purpose of elections is not to get everyone elected for the purpose of administering their individual self interest but elect individuals who will serve everyone's best interest. I don't need to be an elected official to express my vision of ho...

Ironic that clarification on BITA is submitted by the Beaver Island Public Library and not from BITA, but it doesn't surprise me. This past summer I expressed some concerns about BITA's relationship with BIBCO. They, Bob and Mary, were very cooperative and provided me with most of the information I ...

I am generally shy in expressing my beliefs and opinion but I'm going out on a limb here. One single township is a no brainer for those knowing Island history or wanting to move forward with positive change for the future of BI. A list of pros and cons for a single township will make this point exce...

John - I've been in contact with Darby, actually he contacted me, but I can not speak for him on your post. I believe he understands that the BITA (Boat Authority) board is appointed by St. James Township. I think his question is does BITA report to the township or state or totally independent from ...

Any highlights from the meeting?

I agree that attending the meeting is important. Why was the meeting and agenda not properly posted on the Peaine Township website? Oversight, deliberate or leadership incompetence? Inquiring mind's of taxpayers might want to know if their tax dollars are being properly utilized for public good.

If health care and emergency services on Beaver Island are going to improve, it's going to take dedicated leadership by a medical professional in the person of Brad Grassmick. Now is the time to show that support.
Thank you the reminder Sheri.

Joe, Robert and Others -
Years from now, children not yet born will thank you for your preservation work with past family generations that will now live forever thanks to you. What a great legacy to leave for all.

Steve -
What are the Chamber's thoughts?

Repost of ideas for promoting tourism and Beaver Island, back by popular demand: 1) Back to One Hundred Thousand Welcomes! Post signs at the dock, marinas, airports, Community Center and through out the harbor. Not just signs but let it be our mantra. Greet people with the greeting in English or Gae...

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