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The Boyne City Main Street Façade Grant program for 2024 is now open!
This program provides a reimbursement based, matching grant for façade improvements for building and business owners within the Main Street District. For every dollar awarded the applicant must spend an equal amount and individual grant amounts may be up to 50% of the project cost. A total of $20,000 is allocated to be awarded during the current budget year and while competitive, there is no specific number of grants that might be awarded.
Recommendations for funding grant applications will be made by the Main Street Design Committee to the Main Street Board which will make all final decisions in June, 2024.
Applications are due May 1, 2023. Please email bcmainstreet@gmail.com for application and guidelines. If you have any questions, please feel free to call us.
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City Commission discusses housing with regional leaders
The Boyne City City Commission spent nearly three hours discussing ideas for providing more housing options with representatives of five local and regional organizations on Tuesday. No specific action was taken other than deciding to continue the discussion on a regular basis at future meetings. The discussion included representatives from the Boyne City Housing Commission, Northern Homes, Michigan Economic Development Corporation, Housing North and Northern Lakes Economic Alliance.
In other action the Commission:
- Adopted a new policy to improve and expand responses to citizens who ask questions at Commission meetings, especially during the “Citizen Comments on Non-Agenda Items” portion of each agenda.
- Scheduled a Special Meeting at 5:30 p.m. February 6th (ahead of the regular meeting at 7 p.m.) to discuss awarding a contract to a new firm to serve as the City Attorney.
- Approved a new Rotary Park Athletic Fields User Reservation Policy for the months of April and May , as recommended by the Parks & Recreation Commission.
- Approved advertising a request for proposals for design and development of the city website.
- Approved a second reading of a Zoning Text Amendment to Section 4.20(B) reducing accessory structure setback requirements from 10 feet to 5 feet.
- Designated the Charlevoix County News as the city’s Newspaper of Record, also allowing staff to utilize the Petoskey News-Review when needed due to timing.
- Approved several Consent Agenda items: Ballot drop box purchase, auditing services proposals, Main Street special event liquor licenses, and the second reading of zoning amendment to allow driveable grass driveway approaches.
OTHER CITY NEWS:
POLICE DEPT. HIRING - The Boyne City Police Department is hiring for the position of Police Officer. Current wage range is $28.15-$31.38 per hour. We offer external carriers, night shift differential pay, health insurance, MERS defined contribution and more. Come join us and serve in a great northern Michigan community with great equipment and facilities. We are accepting applications from MCOLES licensed officers, those eligible for MCOLES licensing and candidates interested in paid police academy sponsorship opportunities. Contact our office for more information.
AVALANCHE WARMING HOUSE is open Monday-Friday from 4-9 p.m. and Saturday/Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The ice skating rink was flooded this week, but it will not last long with warmer temperatures predicted. Check our Facebook page for updates. We loan sleds and skates for free, and warming house attendant Lacy Kotalik has set up a new station in case children show up without gloves, hats, or socks. It's open for anyone who is in need and also to those willing to add to it. We are always in need of donations of skates and sleds, if you have any that aren’t being used.
EARLY VOTING voting for the February 27, Presidential Primary Election will take place between Sunday, February 17th through Sunday, February 25th at the Charlevoix County Building from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day, except February 16. All voters still have the option of voting absentee if you cannot make it in person to vote.
CITY MEETINGS
Airport Board meets at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, January 25, at the airport terminal building, 1040 E. Main St. The agenda will be posted here.
Main Street Board meets at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, February 1, at City Hall. The agenda will be posted here.
City Commission meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday, February 6, at City Hall, and 12 noon February 20. This is the only month of the year that the Commission meets on the first and third Tuesdays, rather than the normal second and fourth Tuesdays. Note that the Commission has also scheduled a Special Meeting at 5:30 p.m. February 6th to discuss awarding a contract to a new firm to serve as the City Attorney. Agendas will be posted here.
> Parks and Recreation Commission will meet at 5 p.m. Thursday, February 8, at City Hall. The agenda will be posted here.
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The Charlevoix County Community Foundation will be hosting a Grant Information Session on Tuesday, February 6th at 11:00 am to kick off our 2024 grantmaking program and we’d love to see you there!
During the one-hour Zoom call, C3F grants staff, Ashley and Megan, will present an overview of the various grant cycles coming up for the year. We’ll discuss some minor adjustments, and two larger changes that we are making this year. Additionally, we’ll provide some “tips and tricks” for success, and there will be some time for you to ask general questions.
This live Zoom call is open to everyone. No need to RSVP; we’ll include the Zoom link to join below. Please feel free to share it with others who you think could benefit from our content, too.
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Presented by the NCMC Corporate and Community Education Department: "Non-Profit and Association Management 101" on Wednesdays from Feb. 7th to Mar. 20th, 9:00-10:30 am.
Are you facing challenges as a member of a Board of Directors? Are you a newly elected Board Member or Officer and uncertain about your role? Does your organization need guidance on recruiting for the future? Do you aspire to elevate your Non-Profit Organization or Association to its highest potential? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, this class is tailored for you! For more details and registration information, click here.
Employers: Register now for North Central’s Spring Career Fair!
North Central Michigan College is hosting a Spring Career Fair on Wednesday, April 3, from 2—4 p.m. in the NCMC Student & Community Resource Center gymnasium. Open to employers and jobseekers, the event will provide opportunities to network and recruit candidates for career-track and entry-level positions as well as internships.
Space is limited to the first 55 employers to register. Secure your booth before January 28 to receive our Early Bird rate of $30! (Regular rate is $50.)
Questions? Contact Wendy Kresnak, NCMC career development specialist, at wkresnak@ncmich.edu or 231-439-6265.
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Join Little Traverse Conservancy and Partners for a Winter Outing!
Greenwood Foundation
Winter Outing
Saturday, January 27 10am-Noon
The Greenwood Foundation is a privately-owned property near Wolverine that is protected with a conservation easement held by LTC. Greenwood welcomes the public to explore this diverse property. A groomed trail for XC skiers and a shorter route for snowshoers offer respite in the beauty of a winter wildlife haven. Please provide your own skis or snowshoes, although snowshoes are available for children under 12. Enjoy a bonfire, treats, and drinks afterwards! Registration is required at www.landtrust.org or call 231.347.0991.
Snowy Owl Festival
Friday-Sunday, February 2-4
Hessel Schoolhouse/Avery Arts & Nature Center, Hessel
A wonderful opportunity to learn about and likely see these gorgeous creatures in their winter habitat north of Les Cheneaux in the eastern Upper Peninsula (Hessel/Cedarville). Little Traverse Conservancy was a founding partner of the North Huron Birding Trail which features a winter birding trail map. To learn more about the festival or to register, visit www.hesselschoolhouse.org or call 906.484.1333!
Snowshoe Lantern Hike at the William B. Derby Preserve
Saturday, February 10 6:30-8:30pm
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MiCareerQuest registration is open!
Registration for exhibitors, schools, and volunteers is located on our website: www.nwm.org/micqnw. Registration will close on Thursday, March 7th. We look forward to your participation in the event! For any questions, please contact Shirl Martin at 231-492-8207 or shirl.martin@networksnorthwest.org.
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Crackerjack Board Shack Celebrates it’s 1 year Anniversary! Take 25% off all Winter Gear to celebrate with us!
We continue to wait for approval from the city to officially open at our new location: 668 State St. Products are regularly updated on our website and Instagram. Place your orders online, by phone or text. Option to pick up orders in person.
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Ohhhh YEAH!!!! IT HAS ARRIVED! With a lot of love, sweat, and purpose, we created a guidebook for the first step to reduce stress and create a life of peace and purpose. Are you ready? LET'S GO!!
We keep the journey simple and easy to incorporate into daily living. The 3-step powerful tool of Pause Breathe Proceed practiced throughout your day and when you are ready to react is step one. It will dial back the stress response.
Click below to download the guidebook. PLease share this link with anyone who could use some stress reduction and better mental, physical, and social health (sheesh that's just about everyone I know ;)
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VISITORS BUREAU APPOINTS MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
Bureau Expands Team with Hospitality Industry Professional
January 17, 2024 – (Petoskey, Mich.) The Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau (PAVB) welcomes Sarah Ombry as its new Marketing & Communications Director. Ombry, previously with Mission Point Resort on Mackinac Island, brings over seven years of industry experience to northern Michigan and the Petoskey area.
“We are excited to have Sarah joining the team at the bureau, and we look forward to tapping into her destination marketing and communications experience,” said Jim Powell, the Executive Director of the Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau. “She will take on an important leadership role as we work to build a strong destination brand and drive year-round overnight visitation to the region.”
Ombry, a graduate of Michigan State University, most recently served as the Marketing & Public Relations Manager for Mission Point Resort where she was responsible for the planning, development, and execution of various marketing and communications efforts resort wide. She brings a fresh perspective to this new role coupled with a thorough knowledge of northern Michigan’s hospitality industry.
“I am proud to join the Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau team and share the culture and hospitality of our region,” said Ombry. “This area is rich in natural beauty, historic character, a thriving arts & culture community and lively local businesses. We have a great story to share, and I am happy to continue to grow tourism efforts.”
Working with the entire PAVB team, Ombry will lead the bureau’s efforts to increase consumer awareness, opinion, and consideration of both leisure travel and group business in the Petoskey area as Michigan’s only true four-season destination by developing and implementing its annual marketing and communications strategy. She will work closely with the bureau’s Social Media & Content Manager to provide integration of messaging across owned media channels, including website, blog, email, and social media and alongside the bureau’s Group Sales Director on paid media programs targeting destination meetings, conferences, and group travel.
Sarah is a musician and theater enthusiast, avid hiker and enjoys exploring local trails in her spare time. She can be reached at Sarah@PetoskeyArea.com or 231.348.2755.
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VISITORS BUREAU APPOINTS OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
Bureau Expands Operations Team with Local Professional
January 17, 2024 – (Petoskey, Mich.) The Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau welcomes Melinda Porter as its new Office Administrator. Previously with Petoskey Plastics, Porter brings over 30 years of diverse experience and administrative skills to northern Michigan and the Petoskey area.
“We look forward to having Melinda on the team as she takes ownership of this important position for the bureau,” said Jim Powell, the Executive Director of the Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau. “She will take on a critical operational and administrative role as we expand the bureau team and provide support to our guests, members, and stakeholders in the community.”
Porter, a graduate of North Central Michigan College, has decades of experience in the Petoskey area, having most recently served as a Production Scheduler for Petoskey Plastics where she was responsible for scheduling the production of parts across seven divisions and 15 production lines. Her work background also includes 10 years with First Community Bank and various positions within the hospitality industry, including The Highlands and Best Western Harbor Springs.
“I have always had a passion for tourism and northern Michigan’s hospitality industry, being born and raised on Mackinac Island,” said Porter. “I am excited to join the Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau team and look forward to collaborating closely with the team, our members and the community.”
Porter will provide a variety of administrative support for the day-to-day operations of the Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau. This includes managing guest information requests, bureau board/member communications, accounts payable, expense tracking, various bookkeeping functions, administering bureau meetings/elections, and providing admin support to the bureau staff.
Melinda is an outdoor enthusiast and enjoys camping, kayaking and hiking local trails around the region. She can be reached at Melinda@PetoskeyArea.com or 231.348.2755.
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Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Women’s Health Expands Services to Boyne City
OBGYN provider establishes clinic, providing care closer to home
Boyne City, Mich. – Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Women’s Clinic is pleased to announce they will begin seeing patients at the Munson Healthcare Boyne Area Health Clinic on January 23. This new front door to obstetric and gynecologic care is part of Munson Healthcare’s Regional Care Transformation Plan.
Board-certified family nurse practitioner, Maurica Cox, will see patients every Tuesday from 8am – 5pm. The clinic, located at 223 North Park Street in Boyne City, will care for a wide variety of conditions including pre- and post-natal appointments, gynecologic care, contraception, well-women visits, and menopause and hormone therapy.
“As an OB/GYN Family Nurse Practitioner, I am thrilled to embark on this new chapter at our Boyne City clinic. It's not just about delivering healthcare but cultivating a supportive and empowering environment for women's health. Every patient encounter is an opportunity to make a positive impact, and I am eager to build meaningful connections with the community we serve, fostering a journey of wellness and care,” expressed Maurica.
Maurica, along with James Jeakle, MD and Caitlyn Monks, DO will continue to see patients at the Charlevoix clinic location. All three providers are accepting new patients into their practice. To make an appointment at any of their locations, call 231-547-4477.
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The Boyne Arts Center is open Tuesday through Sunday 12-4 PM
and is located at 1 Water Street, Boyne City, MI 49712
Artists are invited to bring their lunch and their latest project and
take advantage of our free Open Studio.
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Color Theory Simplified
January 27 & February 3
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Charming Tote Project
February 19th
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Every Tuesday and Friday, our collaboration of the Free Breakfast Club with Safe Haven Ministries continues. You can come to the Shirley Roloff Center (old Elementary School on Division), between 8-9 and get a free breakfast sponsored by Safe Haven and prepared for you by COA chefs and our volunteers. You may dine in, take out or get curbside pick-up. This will happen at the Shirley Roloff center every Tuesday and Friday that the COA is open for all ages at no cost!
Don’t forget we have a well stocked exercise room for our aging adults in all of our centers now. We have also added some fun new programming in all of our Centers this year too. Keep an eye out for BINGOCIZE, Cardio Drumming, Technology Trainings, Movies and Travels on our new Smart TV’s, and much more!
Please print our Calendars, “Like” our Facebook Page “Charlevoix County Commission on Aging”, follow us on Instagram “Charlevoixcountycoa” and look all the other goings on either on the Senior Hi-Lites Newsletter page or the Menus / Calendars and Activities pages of our website at www.charlevoixcounty.org/Commission_on_Aging .
We are changing what aging looks like and feels like!
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04737 Fuller Road, East Jordan, MI 49727
(231) 536-3369
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We are currently open noon to 4pm Saturdays, 2pm to 4pm Sundays and other times by appointment.
Raven Hill Discovery Center, incorporated in 1991, is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt corporation.
Mission: Raven Hill provides a place that enhances hands-on and lifelong learning for all ages by connecting science, history & the arts.
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Thursday, February 1, 2024 8:15 AM
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), Petoskey, MI
Courtyard by Marriott Petoskey at Victories Square
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Wednesday, January 31, 2024 5:30 PM
safeTALK (suicide alertness for everyone), Petoskey, MI
Courtyard by Marriott Petoskey at Victories Square
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Thursday, February 15, 2024 8:15 AM
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), East Jordan, MI
East Jordan Lighthouse Missionary Church
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Meet Kismit! Kismit arrived here with her brother Finley due to no fault of their own. Kismit and her brother are pretty small for huskies, but they have big personalities! Kismit is shy of new people at first but warms up very quickly if you can be calm and patient with her. Once you've won her over, she is as sweet as can be. Kismit and Finley are such a duo! They love to play and goof around together. Kismit does seem to be the more dominant of the two. Kismit seems to enjoy the company of other male dogs, but we are unsure of how she would be around cats. Consider opening your hearts and giving one (or both) of these beautiful dogs a home.
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Howdy everyone, the name is Nova! I ended up at the shelter due to my high energy. Even though I am energetic, I also love to be around people and to give big slobbery kisses. My last owners had young children, and I was a little too excited around them. I need someone who can give me a lot of exercise, and play fetch with me until I say they can stop! Luckily I'm housebroken and I keep my kennel very clean. I can show you how smart I am and all the tricks that I've learned. I can be particular with what dogs I like. I'm such a sweet and spunky girl who just needs the right people to come around to give me a loving home.
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ADVANCE BOARD OF COMMERCE
Advance Board of Commerce Community Center (hall) is the perfect place for your family and friends celebrations, workshops or meetings, and is reasonably priced. For rental inquiries call Jane at 231-582-6202.
AMERICAN LEGION
BINGO!!! Join us every Tuesday for Bingo. Open to the public. Refreshments provided.
Doors open at 3:00 and Play Starts at 5:00.
302 S Lake St, Boyne City
BELLA VITA
We will be open Friday & Saturday nights this ski season.
BOYNE RIVER GRILL
Open Wednesday through Monday from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM and CLOSED on Tuesdays.
BOYNE VALLEY VINEYARDS
New Hours!
Monday 12:00 - 6:00
Tuesday & Wednesday CLOSED
Thursday 12:00 - 6:00
Friday 12:00 - 7:00
Saturday 11:00 - 7:00
Sunday 12:00 - 5:00
CAFE SANTE
Sunday - Thursday 8am - 10pm
Friday & Saturday 8am - 11pm
CHARLEVOIX COUNTY TRANSIT -Charlevoix County Transit provides rides within Charlevoix County, Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm. Call 582-6900 or use the online scheduling tool found on the Transit page of the Charlevoix County Website www.Charlevoixcounty.org. Service is available to all residents of the county.
CRACKERJACK BOARD SHACK
We have moved!!
We are in transition from one location to another. We are waiting for proper approvals before we can open in our new location.
or call us at 231-330-6503 to arrange for pick up.
New products continue to arrive and are slowly being uploaded to our website. Please call if you need anything.
LAVENDER HILL FARM
Starting November 9th we will be open (10am-5pm) Thursdays through Sundays.
MUSKRAT DISTILLING
Mon/Tues 4-10pm
Wed/Thur 4-11pm
Friday 4-12pm
Saturday 12-12pm
Sunday 12-8pm
Karaoke 8-11pm Wednesdays
Live music 8-11pm Fridays
RED MESA GRILL
Sunday through Thursday - 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday & Saturday - 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
STIGG'S BREWERY & KITCHEN
Mon. Closed
Tues. Closed
Wednesday Noon – 9PM
Thursday Noon – 9PM
Friday Noon – 10PM
Saturday Noon – 10PM
Sunday Noon – 8PM
SUNNYSIDE FAMILY DINER
Open Wednesday through Sunday
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
231-497-5050
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CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH
1250 Boyne Ave, Boyne City
231-582-9301
EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF THE NATIVITY –
We welcome you to our Sunday worship service at 10:00am. We have refurbished our handicapped-access ramp to help make everyone welcome.
When we say “welcome” – we mean it. If you have made a New Year resolution to be more spiritual, we are here to help. We are ordinary people, with families and friends and all the issues that other people have - and that makes us an authentic community.
Our worship services are also on live-stream on our Facebook page. You do not need a Facebook account: just open your internet browser (Google, Edge, Bing, Yahoo, or similar) and enter: https://www.facebook.com/EpiscopalBoyne. Or find us on Facebook, @EpiscopalBoyne. Church of the Nativity is located at 209 E. Main Street.
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF BOYNE CITY welcomes you to Worship with us at 10:30am. on Sundays at 401 S. Park St. Please use the Pine Street entrance which is ramp accessible.
BOYNE CITY UMC invites all people to worship on Sunday at 10:30 am (324 S. Park St.). Please visit our webpage for additional information: www.boyneumc.org.
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Northern Community Mediation
2202 Mitchell Park Drive, Unit 4, Petoskey, MI 49770
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Licensed Veterinary Technician |
Charlevoix Area Humane Society
614 Beardsley St, Boyne City, MI 49712
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Full Time Boyne Area Senior Center Site Coordinator |
Charlevoix County Commission on Aging
411 E Division St, Boyne City, MI 49712
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East Jordan Senior Center Cook - Part Time |
Charlevoix County Commission on Aging
411 E Division St, Boyne City, MI 49712
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Classic Instruments
826 Moll Dr, Boyne City, MI 49712
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Technical Services Supervisor |
Great Lakes Energy
1323 Boyne Ave, Boyne City, MI 49712
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Stigg's Brewery & Kitchen
112 S Park St, Boyne City, MI 49712
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Stigg's Brewery & Kitchen
112 S Park St, Boyne City, MI 49712
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Learn How to become a Premier Member by contacting the Chamber at 231-582-6222 or email us at info@boynechamber.com |
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For more information on joining the chamber or member benefits, call us at 231-582-6222 or email info@boynechamber.com
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Chamber Members- Please send us your business updates, specials, entertainment schedules, or any information about your business you would like to share in the newsletter. This is one of your benefits as a chamber member.
Help Us Help You!!!
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VISITORS GUIDE - The Boyne Area Chamber's Visitors Guide/Business Directory is available as a digital magazine as well as a beautiful full color printed magazine. It contains interactive content, including page-turning, links to websites and video, as well as a full search function. To view the digital publication, click here.
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