Retiring educators reflect on long careers in Holland and Zeeland
Mitchell Boatman reports two veteran superintendents, Brian Davis of Holland and Cal DeKuiper of Zeeland, announced their retirements effective June 30 after long tenures. They told readers how their districts shaped their careers and shared lessons learned, describing service as life changing and rewarding.
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Cal DeKuiper
Board of Education
DeKuiper
Holland Language Academy
Brian Davis
Brian Vernellis
Holland Sentinel
Holland
Zeeland
Davis
Infusion of federal dollars shifts budget picture for local schools
A year later, districts report improved financial outlooks as federal COVID relief funds offset projected deficits. Budgets approved last June anticipated cuts and lower fund balances, but amendments and 2021-22 plans show stronger revenue positions and healthier reserves.
Closure of Campbell Plant reshapes Holland area economy
Consumers Energy plans to close the J.H. Campbell Generating Plant in Port Sheldon Township by 2025, moving up the timeline by 15 years and shifting nearly all energy to clean sources by 2040. The plant provides about 30 percent of the township tax base and employs 310 workers, with officials exploring redeployment and redevelopment options for the affected community.
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Port Sheldon
Consumers Energy
Michigan
Michigan Public Service Commission
J.H. Campbell
Grand Haven Area
Croswell St
Port Sheldon Township
Howard Baumann
Baumann
West Michigan
Joshua Paciorek
Campbell
Hampton Township
Karn
Ottawa County
Pigeon Creek
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