The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 23, 2023 — Page 11TK head coach Josh Thaler called Van-
Haitsma a, “leader on and off the floor. He is
a tough player to match up with offensively
or defensively. He scored in the post, outside
and attacking.”
All-Barry County
Boys’ Basketball
Second Team
Jacob Draaisma, Thornapple Kellogg: A
sophomore guard in his first varsity season,
Draaisma averaged 7 points per game and
was in double figures ten times. He had a
season-high 19 points in an OK Gold ball-
game at Cedar Springs.
Coach Thaler said Draaisma had great growth
from the start to the end of the season, picking
up his scoring late in part with his outstanding
outside shooting. He had a stretch of nine games
late in the season where he was over 45 percent
from behind the three-point line.
Tyler Gavette, Thornapple Kellogg: A
junior guard in his second varsity season,
Gavette was the primary ball-handler for TK
handling most of the pressure for his team.
Gavette averaged 8 points and 3 assists per
game. He scored in double figures six times
including a 20-point performance in an OK
Gold Conference ballgame at Kenowa Hills.
Noah Lilley, Barry County Christian: A
sophomore, Lilley did some of everything for
the Eagles this season. He averaged 13.
points, 8 rebounds. 4.4 assists, 5.2 steals and
2.7 blocked shots per game.
Lilley was named first team all-conference
in the Great Lakes 6 this winter and was
co-MVP of the Eagle team.
Torren Mapes, Delton Kellogg: A junior
guard, Mapes averaged 10.7 points and 3.
steals this season. He had a team-high 80
steals on the season and was the team’s sec-
ond-leading scorer. He is a second-year varsity
player. He shot 48 percent from 2-point range.
“Torren has worked so hard on finishing in
traffic and becoming a more consistent shoot-
er while working to stretch his range,” coach
Hogoboom said. “He always just got by with
quickness, and is adding other elements to his
game to score in a variety of ways. He creates
havoc for people defensively and really
brings energy and pace to what we try to do.”
Montreal Reid, Lakewood: A senior
guard, Reid averaged 5.3 points and 3.
rebounds per game, while tallying 1.8 assists
as well. He shot over 70 percent from the free
throw line.
“Montreal is a kid that hardly says a word,
but just consistently works. Wonder team-
mate and as unselfish as they come,” coach
Chris Duits said.
Ayden Wilkes, Maple Valley: A junior
guard splitting time between shooting guard
and the point, Wilkes averaged 12 points per
game as well as 3.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists and
1.8 steals.
Wilkes had a season-high 25 points in his
team’s district win over Saranac and had 23
points in a win over Delton Kellogg. Wilkes
was named to the Quincy Holiday tourna-
ment all-tournament team.
Nate Willette, Lakewood: A senior, two-
year varsity starter at guard for the Vikings.
Willette averaged 6.9 points and 2.1 reboundsper game, and an assist per game as well.
“Nate was very consistent with his effort
and on the defensive end,” Lakewood head
coach Chris Duits said.
Joe Wise, Barry County Christian: The
senior leader for the 16-2 Eagles, Wise aver-
aged 7.8 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists and 3.
steals per game this season.
Wise was named first team all-conference
in the Great Lakes 6 and was named co-MVP
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PROBATE COURT
BARRY COUNTY
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Decedent’s Estate
CASE NO. and JUDGE
23-29437-DE • Hon. William M. Doherty
Court address: 206 W. Court Street, Ste. 302,
Hastings, Michigan 49058
Court telephone no.: 269-945-
Estate of Beulah Rose Chase. Date of birth:
04/15/1940.
TO ALL CREDITORS:
NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Beulah
Rose Chase, died 10/08/2022. Creditors of the
decedent are notified that all claims against the
estate will be forever barred unless presented to
Connie L. Tossava, personal representative, or to
both the probate court at 206 W. Court Street, Ste.
302, Hastings, Michigan 49058 and the personal
representative within 4 months after the date of
publication of this notice.
Date: 03/17/
Brett S. Flessner (P85610)
150 W. Court Street, Ste. A
Hastings, MI 49058
269-945-
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150 W. Court Street, Ste. A
Hastings, MI 49058
269-945-1921 1967691968941
Hope TownshipNotice of Public Hearing and Planning Commission Meeting
to Consider Adoption of an Amendment to the Hope
Township Zoning OrdinanceTO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE HOPE TOWNSHIP,
BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS:PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Hope Township Planning Commission will hold
a public hearing and meeting on Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. at the
Hope Township Hall, 5463 S M-43 Hwy, within the Township.The purpose of the hearing is to receive comments from the public on the adop-
tion of an amendment to Section 8.4 of the Zoning Ordinance pertaining to non-
conforming lots of record. If adopted, the amendment would eliminate the
requirement that a structure located on a nonconforming lot of record be no
closer to any roadway than a straight line connecting the nearest building on
each side of the lot. Further, the amendment would clarify that all buildings on
nonconforming lots of record meet at least fifty percent (50%) of the setback
requirements for the district in which they are located.A copy of the zoning ordinance and the proposed amendment is available for
review at the Hope Township Office during regular business hours 9:00 a.m.
through noon and 1:15 p.m. through 3:00 p.m. on Wednesdays. Written com-
ments will be received from any interested persons by the Hope Township Clerk
at the Township Hall at any time during regular business hours up to the date of
the hearing and may be further received by the Planning Commission at the
hearing. Oral comments will be taken at the meeting.All interested persons are invited to be present at the aforesaid time and place.This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open
Meetings Act) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Hope Township will
provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for
the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the
hearing, to individuals with disabilities at the hearing upon seven (7) days’ notice
to the Hope Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids
or services should contact the Hope Township Clerk at the address or telephone
number listed below.HOPE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION
5463 S M-43 Hwy
Hastings, Michigan 49058
(269) 948-196640
BALTIMORE TOWNSHIPBUDGET PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The Baltimore Township Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed
township budget for the fiscal year 2023-24 at the Baltimore Township hall
located at 3100 E. Dowling Rd., Hastings, MI on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at
6:00 p.m.THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO
SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THE
HEARING.A copy of the budget is available for public inspection by calling the Township
Supervisor, Chad VanSyckle, @ 269-838-0536.This notice is posted in compliance with Public Act 267 of the 1976 amended
MCL 41.72a (2) (3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
The Baltimore Township board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids
and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed
materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the
meeting upon Ten (10) days notice to the Baltimore Township Board. NOTE:
Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or service should contact the
Baltimore Township Clerk by writing or calling Penelope Ypma, 6200 Henry Rd.,
Hastings, MI 49058. Telephone 269-908-1978.Penelope Ypma
Baltimore Township ClerkSYNOPSIS
Hastings Charter Township
Regular Meeting
March 14, 2023Meeting called to order at 6:30 p.m.
Seven board members present
Approved all consent agenda items
Approved hours for Deputy Treasurer
Approved rep for BC Conservation
Easement Board
Approved payment of bills
Dept. reports received and put on file
Motion to adjourn 7:43 pmRespectfully submitted,
Anita S. Mennell – ClerkAttested to by
Jim Brown – Supervisor 196897Synopsis
Hope Township
Budget Public Hearing & Regular Township
Board Meeting
March 20, 2023
Meeting opened at 6:30 pm
Amended agenda approved
Budget Public Hearing opened at 6:35pm
No Comments were made
Public hearing closed at 6:38 pm
2023-2024 Budget adopted.
Regular meeting opened at 6:42 pm
Approved:
Consent agenda
Bid for addition to Township Hall Absentee
Counting Room
Resolution 2023-4 Depositories for Hope
Township public monies
Resolution 2023-6 Designate Primary Bank
Depository
Resolution 2023-5 Treasurer’s Tax Motions
Resolution 2023-3 2023-2024 Township Board
Meeting schedule
Resolution 2023-2 General Appropriations Act
Library Grant 2023-
Payment of bills through March 31, 2023
Cemetery contract renewal
Zoning Board of Appeals appointments
Planning Commission appointment
Adjourned 7:22 pmSubmitted by:
Deborah Jackson, ClerkAttested to by
Doug Peck, Supervisor 196997NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS OF BARRY
COUNTY
Notice is hereby given that the Barry County Zoning
Board of Appeals
will conduct a public hearing for the following:Case Number V-4-2023 - Jody Jonca (Appli-
cant/Property Owner)
Location: 5153 Easy St. Nashville MI 49073 Sec-
tion 30 of Castleton Township.
Purpose: Request a variance to construct a 26
x 26 attached garage to a home with a side yard
setback of 3.8 feet (the minimum is 6 ft) in the HDR
(High Density Residential) zoning district.
Case Number V-5-2023 - Doug Dailey (Appli-
cant); Doug & Jennifer Dailey (Property Owner)
Location: 550 Lakeside Dr. Hastings MI 49058
Section 6 of Hastings Township
Purpose: Request a variance to construct a 24
x 36 detached accessory building with a front yard
setback of 21 feet (the minimum is 35 ft) in the LDR
(Low Density Residential) zoning district and to be
constructed between the house and the road.
MEETING DATE: April 10, 2023. TIME: 7:00 PM
PLACE: Tyden Center Community Room,
121 South Church Street, Hastings, Michigan
49058
Site inspections of the above described property
will be completed by the Zoning Board of Appeals
members before the hearing. Interested persons
desiring to present their views upon an appeal, either
verbally or in writing, will be given the opportunity to
be heard at the above mentioned time and place.
Any written response may be mailed to the address
listed below, faxed to (269) 948-4820, or emailed to
Barry County Planning Director James McManus at
[email protected].
The variance application is available for public
inspection at the Barry County Planning Department,
220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058,
during the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday.
Please call the Barry County Planning Department at
(269) 945-1290 for further information.
The County of Barry will provide necessary
auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the
hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials
being considered at the meeting, to individuals with
disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon ten (10)
days notice to the County of Barry. Individuals with
disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should
contact the County of Barry by writing or calling the
following: Michael Brown, County Administrator, 220
West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, (269)
945-1284.Pamela A. Palmer, Barry County Clerk
196810All-Barry County
Girls’ Basketball
First Team
Alana Compton, Thornapple Kellogg: A
senior center for the Trojans, Compton closes
her varsity career number nine all-time in
rebounds for the Trojans. She averaged 7.
boards per game this winter.
Compton also contributed 4 points and 3
blocked shots per game this season.
Bailey Cook, Hastings: A senior center/
forward, Cook was named honorable mention
all-conference in the Interstate-8 Athletic
Conference. She led the Saxons in rebounds,
and was second in assists, steals and points.
She closed the year with 229 points.
“She typically guarded four of of the five
positions on defense, as well as was expected
to play in the post and bring the ball up
against teams that pressed,” Hastings head
coach Chase Youngs said. “She is just a true
competitor and athlete who played hard every
day and made those around her better the last
two years.”
Alivia Everitt, Lakewood: A junior post
player for the Vikings, Everitt averaged 7.
points, 6.1 rebounds and 1 block per game
while shooting 45.9 percent from the field.
“She is a great kid with a great attitude,”
coach Kelly Meints said. “She makes smooth
moves to the hoop and communicates so well
with her teammates.”
Jordan Lyons, Delton Kellogg: A senior
guard, Lyons was a captain for the Panthers
this winter averaging a team-high 10.3 points,
2.26 steals and 2.25 assists per game. She
also contributed 5.13 rebounds a game.
Lyons was named the Panthers’ MVP this
season and earned honorable mention all-con-
ference in the SAC Central. “Jordan is finish-
ing up a pretty decent career as a DK hoop-
er,” head coach Mike Mohn said. “Her efforts,
and showing up every day, will be missed
around here and we certainly wish her the
best as she moves on to the next level to play
volleyball and softball at KVCC.”
Cadence Poll, Lakewood: A junior for-
ward/center, Poll had the ability to dominate
games in the paint for the Vikings. She aver-
aged 10.1 points. 7.7 rebounds, 1.5 steals and
1.1 blocks per game this season. She had
highs of 22 points and 19 rebounds in ball-
games this season with four double-doubles
on the year.
Poll was named first team all-conference in
the Greater Lansing Activities Conference
this season.
Peyton Pratt, Thornapple Kellogg: A
senior guard who moved from a slashing/
scoring role to handle more of the point guard
duties this winter, Pratt was named her team’s
MVP this season. She holds the TK career
record for steals. She averaged 4.5 steals per
game as a senior.
Pratt also added 5.7 points and 5 rebounds
per game in her senior season.
Macy Winegar, Hastings: A senior who
earned first team all-conference honors in the
Interstate-8 Athletic Conference for three
years running. She led her team’s in points
and three-pointers this year. She drilled 57
threes this season and scored 254 points. She
also led the Saxons in assists and seas second
on her team in steals.
“She was the focus of every team we
played all year and had the ball in her hands
80 percent of the time running the offense,”
Hastings head coach Chase Youngs said.
All-Barry County
Girls’ Basketball
Second Team
Rachael Hewitt, Hastings: A sophomore
forward for the Saxons in her first varsity
season. She missed some time with injury,
but made the most of her moments on the
court.
Hewitt scored 140 points this season and
was second on the Saxon team in rebounds.
Audrey Hillard, Lakewood: A junior
point guard, Hillard averaged 5.2 points, 4.
rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.6 steals per game
for the Vikings. She shot 71.1 percent from
the free throw line this winter.
“She is one of my hardest workers, a great
leader and teammate, and I expect a big
senior season,” coach Meints said.
Addey Nickels, Hastings: A junior guard
who grew stronger as the season went on and
grew stronger on both ends of the court.
Coach Youngs said she does a lot of the
things that don’t show up in the stats.
Nickels was typically tasked with guarding
opponent’s top players. She was third on her
team in steals for the season.
Alli Pickard, Lakewood: A senior shoot-
ing guard, Pickard averaged 6.4 points, 2.
rebounds and 1.4 assists per game this winter.
“She was my most consistent player, with
a good head on her shoulders. She really
picked it up defensively this season,” coach
Meints said.
Jordan Pranger, Thornapple Kellogg: A
freshman who opened the season on the TK
varsity, Pranger led the Trojans in scoring.She averaged 8.1 points per game from her
guard spot.
Kyla VanAlstine, Maple Valley: A junior
forward, VanAlstine was the Lion’s leading
scorer this season with 4.8 points per game.
She was named honorable mention all-con-
ference in the GLAC.
“She showed up ready to play 100 percent
of the time and developed as a leader through-
out the season,” Maple Valley head coach
Karl Wilhelm said.
Josie Williams, Delton Kellogg: A sopho-
more forward, Williams averaged 6.8 points.
8.79 rebounds and.92 blocks per game. She
led the Panthers in blocks and rebounds this
season and earned honorable mention all-con-
ference in the SAC Central. She is fifth all-
time at DKHS in blocks and 12th in rebounds
already.
“Josie is probably our most natural basket-
ball player and at times it really shows,” DK
head coach Mike Mohn said. “She has two
solid years of varsity basketball under her
belt and we look forward to her progress over
the next couple of seasons.”
Paige Wolverton, Lakewood: The
Vikings’ senior point guard, Wolverton aver-
aged a team-high 3.2 assists this season to go
along with 4 points and 2.7 rebounds per
game. She also averaged 1.6 steals a game.
“She attended every practice, every game
for the four seasons she was on varsity – truly
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