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Feb. 3, 2021
Job Opening with Newaygo County Building and Grounds Department
Newaygo County is seeking two ambitious, self-driven individuals to fill the positions of Custodian. The successful candidates will perform janitorial operations in numerous County owned and operated buildings. Requires high school graduate or equivalent, with one to two years of custodial services preferred. Must possess the basic writing skills necessary to write reports, as well as the reading and math skills necessary to read instructions and mix chemicals and cleaning solutions. This position is full time with a full benefits package while working a 2nd shift work schedule. The hourly pay range is $14.92-$17.56.
Interested parties must submit an employment application, cover letter, and three professional references to NC Human Resources, PO Box 885, 1087 Newell Street, White Cloud, MI 49349, or personal delivery to the Newaygo County Administration Office, 1087 Newell Street, White Cloud. Applications may be obtained on the County’s website or by calling the Administration Office at 231.689.7234. The deadline for applying for this position is 02/12/2021.
Looking to hire experienced diesel mechanic to work on semi-trucks and trailers.
Full time position available. Medical insurance and retirement
benefits available. Work would entail maintenance on small
fleet of trucks and trailers.Please call 231-832-5419
DIESEL MECHANICPrices start as low as $10.00 and they are custom designed by our designers.
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LAWRENCE E. TURNER TRUCKING, LLC Home most nights!
Insurance and 401(k)available. 231-832-5419
Guy Donley • 231-629-0266 or Jim Donley • 231-629-2501
Reed City, MichiganEmail: [email protected]
Your Transportation Specialist!DRIVERS NEEDED:
We are a local carrier that pulls 8 axle trailers. We offer competitive wages and
return home every day. Must have 2 years Tractor Trailer experience
and heavy haul experience is a plus. Sign on bonus! Full-time and Seasonal Positions Available.
DRIVERS NEEDEDDue to the increase in loads we are looking for a few
qualified and dependable drives.We need Tanker Drivers to start immediately,
and we need two Asphalt Drivers to start May 1stWe offer:
• Health Insurance• Drivers Safety Bonus
• $1,000 Sign on Bonus
Call Jim at 231-629-2501or email
0032 Public NoticesPUBLIC NOTICE
VILLAGE OF MECOSTA
The Ordinance adopted by theMecosta Village Council onFebruary 1, 2021, providing forthe appointment by the VillageCouncil of a Village Clerk and aVillage Treasurer, rather thanthe election of a Village Clerkand a Village Treasurer, shalltake effect 45 days after Febru-ary 1, 2021, on March 16,2021, unless a petition signedby not less than 10% of the re-gistered electors of the Villageis filed with the Village Clerkwithin the 45 day period, inwhich case the Ordinancetakes effect upon approval atan election held on the ques-tion.
Ann WrobbelMecosta Village President
NOTICE OF PUBLICHEARING
Notice is hereby given of apublic hearing by the Village ofBarryton on Wednesday Febru-ary 10, 2021 at the BarrytonVillage Hall, 5:45 pm, at 94 An-gel Ave in Barryton. The pur-pose of the meeting is to hearpublic comment on adoptingthe Michigan Vehicle Code
PUBLIC NOTICEVILLAGE OF MECOSTA
On February 1, 2021, the Me-costa Village Council adoptedthe following Ordinance provid-ing for the appointment by theVillage Council of a VillageClerk and a Village Treasurer,rather than the election of a Vil-lage Clerk or a Village Treas-urer.
NOW THEREFORE, THE VIL-LAGE OF MECOSTA OR-DAINS:
Section 1. Appointment ofVillage Clerk. The office ofVillage Clerk shall be filled bythe nomination by the VillagePresident and the appointmentby the Village Council for a twoyear term or the balance there-of running the same as theelected term of office for theVillage Clerk, which begins onNovember 20 after the Village’sregular election.
Section 2. Appointment ofVillage Treasurer. The officeof Village Treasurer shall befilled by the nomination by theVillage President and the ap-pointment by the Village Coun-cil for a two year term or thebalance thereof running thesame as the elected term of of-fice for the Village Treasurer,which begins on November 20after the Village’s regular elec-tion.
Section 3. No Election of Vil-lage Clerk or Treasurer. Afteradoption of this Ordinance,there shall be no election of theVillage Clerk and no election ofthe Village Treasurer.
Section 4. Delayed Effect ofOrdinance. This Ordinanceshall take effect 45 days afterthe date of adoption unless apetition signed by not less than10% of the registered electorsof the Village of Mecosta isfiled with the Village Clerk with-in the 45 day period, in whichcase the Ordinance will take ef-fect upon approval by the Vil-lage voters at an election heldon the question.
Section 5. Notice. Notice ofthe delayed effect of this Ordin-ance and the right of petitionunder Section 62.1(4) of theGeneral Law Village Act shallbe published separately at thesame time, and in the samemanner, as this Ordinance ispublished.
0032 Public Notices
PUBLIC NOTICEVILLAGE OF MECOSTA
On February 1, 2021, the Me-costa Village Council adoptedthe following Ordinance provid-ing for the appointment by theVillage Council of a VillageClerk and a Village Treasurer,rather than the election of a Vil-lage Clerk or a Village Treas-urer.
NOW THEREFORE, THE VIL-LAGE OF MECOSTA OR-DAINS:
Section 1. Appointment ofVillage Clerk. The office ofVillage Clerk shall be filled bythe nomination by the VillagePresident and the appointmentby the Village Council for a twoyear term or the balance there-of running the same as theelected term of office for theVillage Clerk, which begins onNovember 20 after the Village’sregular election.
Section 2. Appointment ofVillage Treasurer. The officeof Village Treasurer shall befilled by the nomination by theVillage President and the ap-pointment by the Village Coun-cil for a two year term or thebalance thereof running thesame as the elected term of of-fice for the Village Treasurer,which begins on November 20after the Village’s regular elec-tion.
Section 3. No Election of Vil-lage Clerk or Treasurer. Afteradoption of this Ordinance,there shall be no election of theVillage Clerk and no election ofthe Village Treasurer.
Section 4. Delayed Effect ofOrdinance. This Ordinanceshall take effect 45 days afterthe date of adoption unless apetition signed by not less than10% of the registered electorsof the Village of Mecosta isfiled with the Village Clerk with-in the 45 day period, in whichcase the Ordinance will take ef-fect upon approval by the Vil-lage voters at an election heldon the question.
Section 5. Notice. Notice ofthe delayed effect of this Ordin-ance and the right of petitionunder Section 62.1(4) of theGeneral Law Village Act shallbe published separately at thesame time, and in the samemanner, as this Ordinance ispublished.
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WHITE LAWOFFICE P.L.C
James R. WhiteAttorney At Law
General PracticeIncluding Title
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116 N. Main St.P.O. Box 973
Evart, MI 49631(231)734-3531
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Needing counseling isn’t asign of weakness- it is a signof strength. If you have beenthinking about finding a ther-apist for you or one of your
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Community Counseling atEagle Village offers:
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POWELL'S EXCAVATING20544 M-82
Howard City, MI 49329
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ROOFING
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all types of Roofing14x70 Trailer-rubber
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616.636.8288
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WINDOWS
1103 N. STATE ST.Big Rapids, MI 49307
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GARAGE DOORS
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Big Rapids
HOTEL, MOTEL
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Provide safe transportation for passengers, equipment, and packages. Assist in maintenance of University owned and leased vehicles. Required: High school diploma or GED
equivalency. Three years full-time equivalent of combined bus and heavy equipment truck driving, with emphasis on
bus driving experience. Demonstrated experience with minor automotive repair and driving all types of vehicles. Valid
Michigan commercial driver’s license (CDL), Group A or B with endorsements ‘P’ with no restrictions.
To apply and view full job description, visit https://jobs.ferris.edu. Ferris State University is an Equal
Opportunity employer committed to inclusion and equity. Learn more about the Ferris mission, commitment to diversity
and to equal opportunity, and dynamic, student-focused community at ferris.edu. Applicants requiring
accommodation or assistance completing an application/participating in the hiring process should contact Human
Resources at (231) 591-2150 or [email protected].
Part-Time Bus Driver – Ferris State University
Newaygo County- Maintenance Worker IINewaygo County is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the position of Maintenance Worker II. The successful candidate will perform maintenance and repair duties within the Newaygo County Jail and the Commission on Aging Department. Assists in the operation, maintenance, and repair of electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling, and mechanical systems, performs grounds maintenance care and will be required to operate a truck with a snow plow. Requires high school graduate or equivalent and one to two years of building maintenance experience. Additional trade experience in construction, plumbing, and electrical is preferred. This position is full-time with a full benefits package. The hourly pay range is $14.92-$17.56.
Interested parties must submit an employment application, cover letter, and three professional references to NC Human Resources, PO Box 885, 1087 Newell Street, White Cloud, MI 49349, or personal delivery to the Newaygo County Administration Office, 1087 Newell Street, White Cloud. Applications may be obtained on the County’s website or by calling the Administration Office at 231.689.7234. The deadline for applying for this position is 02/12/2021
Sparta Chevrolet iS Seeking a detailerexperienced preferred
please contact gary Waybill at 616-887-1791, or email at [email protected]
You may apply in person at Sparta Chevrolet 8955 Sparta ave. Sparta Mi
Local established concrete construction company looking for experienced finishers and
form setters. Competitive wages based on experience
and skill. Call (616) 636-5453
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