Clare Board weighs school priorities amid accreditation concerns
Clare Board of Education debates options after bond disapproval and possible loss of North Central accreditation. Considered are a new bond proposal, a state assisted five percent valuation bond, or switching to half day high school. District faces inadequate facilities, library space and overcrowded classrooms. A public survey to guide future direction is planned.
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Farwell
Richard Snyder
Harrison
North Central Association
Snyder
North Central
University of Michigan
U of M
Clare
Clare weighs new garbage plan amid bids and higher rates
Clare officials study a shift to independent garbage collection with bids from Baldwin 66 Service of Reed City promising lower costs. City costs total about 42000 yearly for four staff and landfill upkeep, plus a 15000 truck replacement this year. Mayor Koch notes potential savings if a private firm handles residential collection.
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Clare
Roger Beilfuss
Baldwin ‘‘66
Reed City
Baldwin ‘'66
Bilfuss
Glen Cain
Snowmobile safety debate heats Clare Michigan winter
A Clare Michigan report details rising snowmobile accidents with 22 deaths statewide by March 15 and local incidents on First Street. The Michigan State Medical Society calls for licensing and age limits, while residents oppose street use and curb curfews. The Clare Snowmobile Association pushes an ordinance requiring licenses and 16 year olds, but the City Commission will wait until next winter to act.
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Michigan
Farwell
First Street
Michigan State Medical Society
Medical Society
Central Michigan University
CMU
Clare Snowmobile Association
City Commission
Grayling
Clare
Incumbents File for City Election Hands Petition Wins
Incumbents Charles Clark C J Allen and Robert Walters filed petitions for re election, ensuring their names appear on the April 5 ballots. City Hall voting runs 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Contract talks begin with the Clare City Employees Association seeking higher wages 45 cents hourly and more sick days. City Manager Glen Cain and Commissioner Allen negotiate for the city with Donald Mussell and Greg Clair for the association.
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City Commission
Charles Clark
C. J. Allen
Robert Walters
Association
Glen Cain
Allen
Donald Mussell
Greg Clair
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