Beaver Island Michigan

Where did you read that about township not being consulted and not a good thing? I don't see where anyone said that. What I see is people are just asking for facts. It is great that citizens get involved for the betterment of a community. What I read was direct attacks on an official for responding.

Sorry, Kirk...typo. You and I...I corrected.

When you cut and paste others comments it would be proper to paste entire sentence and not embellish. I believe that is equivalent to putting words in others mouth.

Hopefully the interruption is over and we can now get back on point.

Good points John. Richie, at the end of the day I would guess that most have the best interest of the island at heart. Township officials, voters, non voters, tourist and business owners. Let's allow everyone to voice thier concerns and ask for facts. That seems fair. Kirk, I suspect you and I agree...

Kirk, Just so I understand...what you are saying is that elected officials should maintain neutral and not ask questions when third party groups want to change law? I would hope that the people voted in office would stand up for the people that voted for them and ask the hard questions. Again, I don...

Thank you Richie. That is good information about debt, as many are under the impression there is large debt outstanding in St. James. Working from facts is so much better! I appreciate you confirming the issue on debt. During this fact finding process I would encourage the Townships to provide finan...

Richie Just so I understand your logic...anyone who is asking for facts is on the "other side" and you feel looking at wages alone is enough data to determine the total impact of consolidation? That is an interesting theory and very belittling of those who do want to be informed. Personall...

Kirk... Here we go again. Your "intentions" are clear and your slamming is obvious. How about a constructive conversation without dragging anyone through the mudd? Post like your last one are rude, unneeded. The double talk is astounding. Yes, everyone is allowed an opinion...but here is a...

There is a company that does studies in this. I posted thier info on a previous post and reached out to them as well. He was given a few names to contact. I am not sure if anything came of it. Maybe the townships should consider this option. A few dollars and time today to get ALL the facts and not ...

Andy, I agree with you and you bring up some good points. I don't believe that there have been many successful consolidations. Battle Creek was one. Certainly not as unique as the island! I see records of considerations and attempts. There is a company that does studies in this. I posted thier info ...

This is great Jeff! Can you post the written answers as well?

Bob, Are you going to have internet? We have same issue on South Side Lake G. I have found a Magic Jack phone that I hook up to my modem is a great solution. It is less than $60.00 and we have unlimited long distance. We actually got rid of our landline downstate and just bring the hookup with us wh...

Thank you Carol!!

Here are interesting articles that discuss consolidation. http://m.houghtonlakeresorter.com/news/2013-10-24/Front_Page/Consolidation_pros_cons_aired_at_forum.html#.Wl6OUbxOmhB https://www.forbes.com/sites/adammillsap/2017/11/06/local-government-consolidation-is-not-a-panacea/#17a012d83e13 Also, if y...

Kirk,

I am not sure if these resources have been explored. This is an interesting article.

https://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/smart-g ... ommunities

I also liked your post.

Kathe

Here is the link.

https://m.facebook.com/Islandtreasuresresale/