Alan G. Vanderberg, County Administrator
September 20, 2018

By Al Vanderberg

The Digest is back. In the 15 years that I have provided the Digest, there have been times of feast and famine and in recent months it has been more famine than feast. My intention is to be much more regular with the Digest as I continue to receive a lot of feedback from readers.  Many great things are happening in Ottawa County as you will see below and in upcoming editions.

Ottawa County’s Groundwater Management Plan

(Submitted by Paul Sachs) Ottawa County’s Groundwater Management Plan In February 2018, Michigan State University (MSU) completed their scientific study of the quality and sustainability of Ottawa County’s groundwater system. The findings confirmed that the County’s groundwater levels deep in the bedrock aquifer have been gradually declining over the last 20 years and, in certain areas, chloride levels in the bedrock aquifer have been increasing.  Based on anticipated future water-withdrawals, these trends are expected to continue – unless proactive planning occurs to ensure continued access to abundant, fresh groundwater.  Accordingly, the County’s Planning and Performance Improvement Department is spearheading an effort to develop a collaborative, countywide groundwater management plan. An Executive Committee has been formed to steer development of the Plan that includes representation from the Road Commission’s Public Utilities Department, the Department of Environmental Health, and County Administration, as well as the Michigan Geological Survey, and GVSU’s Annis Water Resources Institute.  The County’s appointed 13-member Groundwater Task Force also serves to assist in the development and implementation of the Plan. The Plan will be a multi-faceted endeavor that incorporates, at minimum, recommended actions for educational outreach, water conservation strategies, land use planning techniques, policy and permitting updates, and water and wastewater infrastructure expansions.  The target date for a draft Plan is Summer 2019.  An informative website is currently in development that will include educational videos, explanations of groundwater-related concepts, as well as provide updates on the County’s progress towards developing a groundwater sustainability plan. Additionally, in collaboration with GVSU, students in the Advertising and Public Relations program will be assisting the County this fall with creating concepts for an Educational Campaign designed to inform residents and business owners about the County’s groundwater challenge and the importance of water conservation.

Recreational Marijuana Ballot Proposal

(Submitted by Sheriff Steve Kempker)

On Tuesday, November 6, 2018, Michigan citizens will be asked whether they want to legalize recreational marijuana. Medical marijuana was made legal in 2008, and voting “NO” on this proposal will not affect medical marijuana.

This Proposal Will:

1. Allow the highest per person marijuana possession limit of any state in the nation.

• Adults will be able to possess 10 ounces or approximately 600-880 joints at home and 2.5 ounces of personal possession in public.
• Adults will also be allowed to have 12 plants in their home (12 plants per adult).
• In the seven states that have legalized recreational marijuana, the personal possession limit is 1 ounce. The exception is Maine, which allows 2.5 ounces for personal possession. Massachusetts allows the possession of 10 ounces of harvested marijuana at home.
• Michigan would allow possession in both categories - at home and personal possession.

2. Aggressively advance an agenda without easy citizen regulation. If initiative passes on November 6, every Michigan community - whether their members want it or not - will be open for “marijuana business” as of January 2019. Towns will be forced to allow recreational Marijuana businesses until they choose to “opt-out”.

• Every community means - every municipality or township in Michigan.
• Business refers to commercial growing and retail shops.
• To opt-out or limit the number of recreational marijuana businesses in your community, an individual in the community must petition to initiate an ordinance to “opt out” of the law, after it goes into effect. Said individual must gather 5% of voter signatures from the last governor election, and create a ballot proposal for a regularly held election (cannot be a special election), and get enough community support to pass the initiative at the next election.

3. It will not regulate like alcohol: there is limited specified regulations. The penalty for selling to minors is vaguely stated.

• Also, if a young person, ages 18 to 20 (under the age of legal purchase, possession, and use in this proposal) is ticketed, they need not be advised or required to take drug education or counseling.

4. It will allow the transfer (or giving) of 2.5 ounces of marijuana to someone else without any regulation.

5. This initiative does not regulate the potency of marijuana.

• Today's drug is much more potent - containing up to 2 to 7.5 times more THC, the addictive chemical compound in marijuana, than in the 1980s.
• The THC level in highly potent marijuana edibles (80% to 99% THC) is not regulated.

6. This initiative has unforeseen consequences for Michigan businesses and the economy.

• Expect decreased work safety and productivity with workers under the influence.
• Expect an increase in absenteeism (employees not showing up to work).
• Expect decreased workforce with applicants (and workers) that can't pass a drug test, etc.
• The US Navy estimates each drug user costs his or her employer an average of $6,600 more than non-substance using coworkers.
• In accordance with the National Drug Control Policy, the estimated national cost of lost worker productivity including absenteeism and poor job performance due to illicit drug use was 129 billion dollars.

7. Increases Law Enforcement’s Job.

• This will make it difficult for police to prove a driver is under the influence of marijuana.
• This will affect enforcement and potentially accident liability and insurance rates.
• The PER/SE (BAC of .08+) criterion for driving under the influence of alcohol will not apply.

This Proposal Will Not:

• The ballot initiative does not address possible dangerous additives to marijuana cigarettes.
• This ballot initiative does not prohibit marijuana and alcohol sale and consumption in the same place of business (it allows consumption at the site of purchase). This further raises concerns about car crashes and fatalities, given the potential for drugged/drunk driving.
• This ballot initiative does not allow citizens to FOIA Information to discover who owns/operates a grow establishment, even if the business creates a public nuisance.
• This ballot initiative does not allow marijuana use/addiction to be used as a factor in determining child custody.

States that legalized recreational marijuana saw an increase of 16% in average auto insurance premiums the year after legislation passed, as compared to the year prior.

Colorado saw a 33% and Nevada saw a 40% increase in average yearly premiums within the year prior and year after legalization passed.

To learn more about this topic and to join our efforts to STOP the legalization of recreational marijuana in November in Michigan please visit www.HealthyandProductiveMI.org.

The 20th Circuit Court Brings Healing Art to ArtPrize Through The “Lighthouse” Program in the Ottawa County Juvenile Detention Center

(Submitted by Sandi Metcalf) “This experience has taught me how I truly feel deep inside and that I used to hold on to so much, it would drag me down way deep inside. I have learned I have the strength to overcome it all.”  - Destiny “I am more than what others call me.” - Kiara The 20th Circuit Court, Juvenile Court Division in Ottawa County is excited to announce the submission of a sculpture in the 2018 ArtPrize, youth division.  A creation by the girls who are court-ordered into the Court’s  trauma- informed, female-specific, Lighthouse program within the Juvenile Detention Center, the masks clearly represent the histories of trauma each have experienced.  Under the direction of Bob Alward (superintendent of detention), the guidance of art teacher, Angie Briggs-Johnson, and program supervision of Michelle Anguiano, the masks are a powerful, therapeutic expression of the girls’ pain and suffering.  They are also evidence of the girls’ ultimate hopes and visions of their lives without these negative experiences.  Over the past five – eight years, the Court has witnessed an increase in complexity of cases referred for help.  Because girls are often overlooked in the system due to being minorities in numbers, and manifest different needs than boys, the 20th Circuit Court started Lighthouse to treat mental health and behavior disorders through intensive services, education, and support.  Creating a connection to the community and developing new skills is critical to the success of all the girls, and the arts function as a conduit to helping them create a brighter future for themselves.  This sculpture is the second entry into ArtPrize for the Ottawa County Juvenile Detention Center residents.  A large mural that represented multi-culturalism was entered into the 2009 ArtPrize competition, and the residents also created ceramic soup bowls for auction to support God’s Kitchen. The B.O.B. in Grand Rapids graciously offered to be a venue for this sculpture and the girls’ stories.  It is displayed on the third floor, and the girls and staff will be present on preview day, Wednesday, Sept. 12 and opening day, September 19, 1:00 – 4:00 to talk with the public about their entry.  The 20th Circuit Court and Ottawa County encourage the public to mark it on their map of entries to see.  Also, please support the Lighthouse girls in their healing and empowering endeavor by registering and voting for their entry in ArtPrize.  For more information, please contact:  Sandi Metcalf, Juvenile Court Director at smetcalf@miottawa.org.

Hon. Jon H. Hulsing Appointed to the Judicial Tenure Commission

(Submitted by Kevin Bowling) Ottawa County, Michigan, September 12, 2018:  Lynn A. Helland, Executive Director and General Counsel of the Michigan Judicial Tenure Commission announced the appointment of the Hon. Jon H. Hulsing as Commissioner for the Judicial Tenure Commission and will represent all of the circuit court judges in Michigan.  Judge Hulsing will begin his three-year term as Commissioner on January 1, 2019. Judge Hulsing was appointed Circuit Court Judge for the 20th Circuit Court on April 26, 2006 and subsequently elected twice for six year terms.  Before his judicial appointment, Judge Hulsing served as an assistant prosecutor for Ottawa County, along with several years in private practice.  In 2004 he was recognized as Prosecutor of the Year by the Michigan Arson Prevention Committee.  He graduated summa cum laude earning a Juris Doctor degree from the Thomas M. Cooley Law School and magna cum laude earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from Grand Valley State University. Judge Hulsing currently presides over felony criminal and civil cases, and was previously assigned to the Family Division. The Judicial Tenure Commission is an independent state agency and is responsible for investigating complaints of judicial misconduct and judicial incapacity, and for recommending discipline of judges by the Michigan Supreme Court. Its jurisdiction includes all active judicial officers, as that term is defined in the Michigan Court Rules. The Judicial Tenure Commission was established by a 1968 amendment to the Michigan Constitution. The Commission protects the public from unethical judicial conduct, preserves the institutional integrity of the judiciary, and attempts to ensure that unsubstantiated complaints do not interfere with the important work judges do.  The Commission investigates allegations of judicial misconduct and disability, conducts hearings as appropriate, recommends sanctions to the Michigan Supreme Court, and otherwise works to enhance the integrity of the judiciary.

Sexuality educator receives state award

(Submitted by Kristina Wieghmink) Heather Alberda, AASECT certified sexuality educator with the Ottawa County Department of Public Health (OCDPH), received the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services 2018 Outstanding Innovation Award. During the Roadmap to Health Conference, state leaders recognized Alberda for her innovative work to address sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). In 2014, she created the Wear One program to help remove barriers such as cost, embarrassment and lack of access to condoms for people 18-24 years of age. Through this program, various locations within Ottawa County give out free Wear One packages. Places such as colleges, retail stores, tattoo studios, nail salons, gas stations and community organizations give out these free packages that include 10 condoms, lubricant, sexual health resources and STD testing information. People 18-24 years of age can also order packages online and receive them in an unmarked and confidential envelope.  “We are thrilled to announce Heather has been selected to receive the 2018 Outstanding Innovation Award! Her work with the Wear One program is so innovative and deserves to be recognized,” said Irda Kape with the Division of HIV and STD Programs at the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. "Heather’s creativity, dedication and enthusiasm is an asset to both the Sexual Health program and the community," said Connie Kross OCDPH Sexual Health Services Team Supervisor. Heather Alberda, AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator For more than 16 years, Heather Alberda has taught abstinence, consent and healthy sexual behaviors to thousands of people in Ottawa County. She also provides resources to parents, schools and community organizations. In addition, Alberda mentored four public health interns who gained insight into health education to help further their studies and careers.   "With the increase of STDs across the state and nation, the Wear One program enables us to reach our community beyond the brick and mortar of our health department. It helps create access to sexual health services across county lines; promoting knowledge, testing and breaking down stigma," said Alberda. LEARN MORE at miOttawa.org/SexEd

Since 2014, Alberda has expanded the Wear One program to 40 locations in Ottawa County and more than 100 locations across 40 counties in Michigan. To-date, more than one-quarter of a million condoms have been given out. This does not include condoms given out by the Ottawa County sexual health clinics, which could easily place the number well beyond half a million condoms!  LEARN MORE at miOttawa.org/WearOne

First human case of West Nile virus in Ottawa County

(Submitted by Kristina Wieghmink)

The Ottawa County Department of Public Health (OCDPH) has confirmed the first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) for 2018 in Ottawa County. Health officials urge residents to protect themselves against mosquito bites to reduce their risk for WNV. 

West Nile is a virus most commonly spread to people by mosquito bites. Mosquitoes become infected when they feed on infected birds. Infected mosquitoes then spread WNV to people and other animals by biting them. In North America, cases of  WNV occur during mosquito season, which starts in the summer and continues through fall. There are no human vaccines to prevent or medications to treat WNV. Fortunately, most people infected with WNV do not have symptoms of illness. About one-in-five infected people will have mild illness which may include fever, headache, body aches, joint pain, vomiting, diarrhea or rash. About one in 150 infected people will become severely ill and may experience symptoms such as a stiff neck, stupor, disorientation, coma, tremors, muscle weakness, convulsions or paralysis. People 60 and older and those with other health conditions are more likely to have severe complications such as meningitis and encephalitis. 

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The best way to reduce your risk of West Nile virus is to prevent mosquito bites.

Prevent mosquito bites

• Use insect repellent that contains DEET. 
• Wear light-colored, long-sleeved shirts and long pants when outdoors.
• Dress children in clothing that covers arms and legs.
• Cover crib, stroller and baby carrier with mosquito netting.

Control mosquitoes inside and outside your home

• Use screens on windows and doors. Repair holes in screens to keep mosquitoes outside.
• Use air conditioning when available.
• Use nets and/or fans over outdoor eating areas. 
• Sleep under a mosquito bed net if air-conditioned or screened rooms are not available or if sleeping outdoors.
• Empty and scrub, turn over, cover or throw out items that hold water (such as tires, buckets, planters, toys, pools, birdbaths, flowerpots or trash containers). Check inside and outside your home. Mosquitoes lay eggs near water.

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Be aware of sick-acting or dead birds, especially crows and blue jays, as it may indicate WNV in a community. Residents can report sick-acting or dead wildlife to the DNR by submitting an online report here. 

Historic pump house renovation wins State History Award

(Submitted by Jessica VanGinhoven)

Restored between 2014 and 2017, the Pump House Museum and Learning Center in Holland, Michigan opened in 2018 with three permanent exhibits and a temporary exhibit about Holland’s iconic lighthouse, Big Red. More than 600 people toured the museum in its first month of operation.

At their annual event on September 22, the Historical Society of Michigan will award the 2018 State History Award in the Restoration/Preservation category to the Historic Ottawa Beach Society for their collaboration with Ottawa County Parks to restore the pump house building. 

The renovated building is located on the Lake Macatawa waterfront within Historic Ottawa Beach, a collection of park properties owned and operated by Ottawa County Parks. Visitors can access the building via the Black Lake Boardwalk, a popular waterfront walkway that extends a half-mile to connect to the Holland State Park. The Historic Ottawa Beach Society leases the building from Ottawa County to operate the Pump House Museum and Learning Center, which officially opened June 1, 2018.

"We're celebrating the end of a big year for the museum," said Daniel Aument, president of the Historic Ottawa Beach Society. "We were open seven days a week in July and August and our free admission drew on average 35 people per day. We also had four live speaker events which drew a total of about 300 people." 

The museum is currently hosting an exhibit featuring Holland's iconic lighthouse, Big Red. The exhibit, designed by the award-winning firm Lafferty, vanHeest and Associates, interprets the history of Holland Harbor and its lighthouses. Also on display is an exhibit of the Hotel Ottawa guest register and artifacts from the hotel. 

"We are thrilled to be the recipient of such a prestigious award, which comes only three years after restoration began in 2015," said Aument. "In each of the summers since then, we worked with our donors and supporters to further improve the building and tried to open the doors to the public with a few small exhibits as often as possible. We are gratified by the success and popularity of the Big Red exhibit, but to be recognized by the Historical Society of Michigan leaves me speechless with amazement and appreciation."

The brick building originated in 1901 as an electric generating plant for a nearby hotel. It was later converted to a domestic water pumping station for nearby cottages, a use that continued into the 1980's. In 1987, local residents formed the Ottawa Beach Historic Committee to preserve and restore the building and to collect and interpret the area history in a museum.The Historic Ottawa Beach Society (HOBS) incorporated in 2010 to raise money for a restoration and renovation of the Pump House to its condition in 1924. Work commenced on the restoration project in 2014.

"The first phase of the project was focused on restoring the structure of the building. This included brick repairs and tuck-pointing to the building’s exterior and the addition of a new roof. Windows and doors that were boarded up for many years were restored and supports and a beam were added to improve the roof’s structural integrity," said Curt TerHaar, Coordinator of Park Planning & Development with Ottawa County Parks. 

Phase one of the project cost $304,693, with nearly half of the funds contributed by the Historic Ottawa Beach Society. 

Phase two of the project began in 2017 and focused on making the building more visitor-friendly. A new hardwood floor and ceiling fans were added and improvements to an existing historic water pump were completed. It also included the construction of an addition with modern restrooms that are open to the public. Phase two cost just over $277,000 and included contributions from HOBS and Park Township. 

The Historic Ottawa Beach Society is currently seeking underwriters and donors to cover operating expenses for next year. "We're attracting attention from groups who want to hold meetings in the museum, and we're working with the Tulip Time Festival to become a destination for visitors arriving during Tulip Time. We will offer docent - guided tours by students and other groups from early May through the end of September in 2019," said Aument. 

The Pump House Museum and Learning Center is the historic Ottawa Beach Society’s first major project, established to support the nonprofit organization’s goals to preserve area history, present educational programs, promote good stewardship practices, challenge the imagination, network with other institutions, and enrich the Ottawa Beach and West Michigan experience for residents and visitors alike. Learn more about the Historic Ottawa Beach Society by visiting historicottawabeachsociety.org.

Previous award recipients in the Restoration/Preservation category include:

• Walter P. Reuther Library, Wayne State University in Detroit for its Michigan Labor History Mural Restoration
• Yankee Air Museum in Belleville
• Restoration of the Kalamazoo Ladies’ Library Association Building
• Mackinac State Historic Parks for the reconstruction of the South Southwest Rowhouse at Colonial Michilimackinac
• Hull’s Trace, the only surviving section of the corduroy road figured prominently in the War of 1812.

Detroit Public Library for their preservation of the Burton Historical Collection 

The West Michigan Pike

(Submitted by Matt Chappuies) The West Michigan Pike was a series of roads and state parks spanning from Michigan City (Indiana) to Mackinac City, following the Lake Michigan coastline. Developed in the early 20th century, the Pike was designed to provide easy access to West Michigan’s natural splendor and flourishing tourism industry for out-of-state motorists. The actual route of the Pike would vary somewhat over time as new and better roads were built.  US-31, which MDOT designated as a Pure Michigan Scenic Byway in 2016, represents a portion of the early Pike route in Ottawa County.  However, located off-the-beaten-path exists the original scenic route.  Stone markers, such as the one pictured (right), were placed along the route in Ottawa County to help travelers find their way. Over 100 years after they were made, a few of the original stone markers can still be found around the County.  Two of these historical markers have recently been recovered from a behind a vacant house adjacent to the Spring Lake Country Club.  With permission from the Country Club, the County’s Department of Planning and Performance Improvement (PPID) retrieved the markers, which had been hidden from view of the road. After light restoration, one of the markers has been put on display in the PPID’s lobby for public viewing.  The other marker is currently being stored as the County considers options for displaying it at area museums or other venues.  In addition to displaying the markers, the PPID is working on plans for recreating and promoting the scenic travel route through Ottawa County.

Fourth Annual 231 River Run Promotes West Michigan Trails

Registration is now open for the 231 River Run taking place on October 27. The starting line, finish line and post-race festivities are at Connor Bayou along the Grand River. The location not only provides a beautiful backdrop, but offers access to the newest segment of the race course: The Idema Explorers Trail. This year's event is offering 10K and 4-mile events which will traverse the Idema Explorer’s Trail, the Henry Plant M231 Pedestrian Bridge and the Spoonville Trail. 

The goals of the run are to:

• promote the paved trails (Last year, runner surveys reported a significant increase in awareness.)
• raise funds for the Spoonville and Idema Explorers trails (To date the runs have raised approximately $20,000.)
• showcase West Michigan as a healthy, active, growing and thriving region
• build community and 
• advocate for wellness.

Get Involved

If running is not for you, get involved by volunteering or sponsoring a course sign for just $50. We'll display your name or logo and a motivational message on a sign along the running route. Contact Shannon or use this form and select "Mile Marker Sponsor."

Special Thanks 

This event could not be possible without the help of our generous sponsors. Please thank them with your business. The Ottawa County Parks and the Ottawa County Planning & Performance Improvement departments, plus Ottawa County employees from various other divisions also volunteer to make this event happen and are appreciated. Finally, a note of gratitude is extended to the army of community volunteers who support the run.

Ottawa County – Board of Commissioners/Road Commission Quarterly Meeting

Meeting Notes | September 19, 2018 | 3:00 p.m.

Attendees: Don Disselkoen, Commissioner; Joe Baumann, Commissioner; Brett Laughlin, Road Commission Managing Director; Al Vanderberg, County Administrator; John Shay, Deputy County Administrator; Paul Sachs, Planning & Performance Director

Construction Update

• Brett handed out a written construction update.
• The Michigan Infrastructure & Transportation Association (MITA) has locked out employees represented by Operating Engineers 324 over a labor-contract dispute.  This will delay construction projects, which use equipment operators that belong to this specific union.  In Ottawa County, it will delay the following projects:

1. Osborn/Bass/Warner (104th to 68th Avenue)
2. James Street (US-31 to Chicago Drive)
3. Cottonwood Drive (Baldwin to Bauer)

• Most of this year’s projects have been completed with the exception of Beeline Road and Cottonwood Drive, with James Street and Osborn/Bass/Warner on hold due to the lockout.
• Beeline Road (Lakewood to Riley): The top course of asphalt will be applied shortly.
• Cottonwood Drive (Baldwin to Bauer): Sewer work has been completed.  Water main work is proceeding with laborers to replace the locked-out equipment operators and is expected to be completed by the end of October.  It is unknown if the road can be graded for paving work, as the grader operator is a member of the locked-out union.  The paving contractor, Superior Asphalt, has non-union employees, so it is unaffected by the lockout.
• Minor work may be performed on some of the locked-out projects to ensure that it is safe and provides reasonable access to local traffic during the winter months.

Funding Issues

• Brett handed out a FY 2014-2018 history of Michigan Transportation Fund (MTF) revenues received by OCRC.  It reflects receiving additional funding from MDOT in February 2018 following recent legislation to increase road funding.
• The price of road salt increased from $36.46/ton last year to $62.84/ton this year.  OCRC was able to purchase 3,300 tons of road salt in August at last year’s price.  OCRC is required to buy 80% of its allocation each year (up from 70%) and may go up to 130% of the allocated amount.

M-231

• Al stated that the County does not yet own the property for the extension of M-231 adjacent to its current terminus.  He will have further discussions with the property owner about this and will explore all options to acquire this property.
• Paul stated that the County is still waiting for MDOT to conduct its traffic modeling for the Part A section of Phase II of the M-231 project.  Part A of Phase II would run from I-196 west to US-31 along either New Holland Street or Riley Street.  Part B of Phase II would run from this Part A section north to the existing terminus of M-231 at Lake Michigan Drive (M-45).

MDOT Maintenance Contract

• OCRC performs routine maintenance and snowplowing on state trunklines and federal highways.  OCRC has provided the required one year’s written notice to MDOT that it plans to terminate its maintenance contract effective September 30, 2019.  OCRC expects to save about $600,000 per year in labor and equipment by terminating this contract.  The anticipated financial savings from dropping the state contract will be beneficial for maintaining and improving the county road network.
• OCRC has provided similar written notices in the past, but has always agreed to extend the maintenance contract.  It is not likely to do this after September 30, 2019, as it is not receiving sufficient reimbursement of expenses from MDOT.  Previously, there were 26 snowplow routes on MDOT roads and highways, which required 26 employees.  However, MDOT only reimburses OCRC based on a year-round average of about 12 employees since OCRC obviously doesn’t plow snow 365 days per year.  In working with the local MDOT representatives, OCRC has been able to reduce the number of employees dedicated to MDOT roads and highways to 21, as other jurisdictions have taken over some of the maintenance duties (e.g. City of Walker now plows M-11).  However, these efforts are not enough to economically justify continuing to renew the maintenance contract.  Since 2005, the amount of revenues received from MDOT for routine maintenance on a statewide basis has increased only 17%.  During this same time period, MTF revenues have increased 78%, so MDOT is spending most of the MTF on capital projects and not increasing routine and preventative-maintenance budgets.  In addition, MDOT does not allow maintenance funds to be carried over past the end of the fiscal year on September 30th, which would be more efficient and cost effective.

Ottawa County Conservation District News

(Submitted by Megan Boos)

Click here for the most recent Ottawa County Conservation District Newsletter.

GVMC News

(Submitted by John Weiss)

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