Request for sinking fund vague

As a senior citizen in Lake Orion faced with the increased cost of living, increased taxation, on a fixed income and a reduced SS $ amount not keeping up with real inflation my wife and I try to scrutinize closely all proposed millages that want our money to leave our pocket for some reason. This […]

Casting vote for Penny

I would like to ask all of your readers to consider casting a vote to re-elect Penny Shults as our Lake Orion Twp. Clerk. She has been a wonderful friend for many years and as one of her Pastors at her church, I can say that she has demonstrated outstanding commitment to her family, faith, […]

Not supporting sinking millage

My husband and I have resided in Orion Township for 23 years. We supported school millages that built the new high school, middle and elementary schools. However, we cannot support this new millage on a “10-year sinking fund”. What a strange and negative name for a fund supposedly designated for maintenance. We also cannot buy […]

Former clerk will vote for Shults

As a former Clerk for Orion Township, I understand the importance of electing leaders who are qualified and experienced to run the township. I have known Penny and her family since before Penny was born. Penny has been working for the township since 1989 and has proven her commitment to the people of Orion Township. […]

Sinking fund comments

Lake Orion has great schools. Given. Love them. There are things that need repair in the schools. Given. Fix them. Proposal A lowered the property tax years ago. Funding went to students not buildings. Given. However…School people/admin. knew that things would need repair. (Homeowners know this too). Who was paying attention to that necessity? Why […]

Penny gets this resident’s vote

It is my privilege and pleasure to support Penny Shults for Orion Township Clerk. Penny is a diligent community leader always striving for the betterment of the Township. She has been able to build lasting working relationships within the municipality, and with public servants at every level of State government. Vote for Penny Shultz to […]

Fireworks were spectacular

Once again this year, Lake Orion citizens and organizations came together to create a spectacular celebration of our country’s independence. Special acknowledgement to those who spearheaded the incredible fireworks displays spanning two weekends: Lake Orion Lion’s Club, Carl Cyrowski, County Commissioner Michael Gingell and his wife Jessica, and Orion Township Supervisor Chris Barnett. It is […]

Joe Kent brings common sense

I am supporting Joe Kent for state representative because I know he will bring common-sense solutions to Lansing. Joe is a tax accountant and has helped many local businesses to eliminate waste and be more profitable. It’s this kind of thinking and practice that we need in Lansing. As an elected Lake Orion Community Schools […]

We believe in Mark and Penny

We have heard that some of the Trustees were upset that Mark Thurber was not in his office when Mark was with his mother who was very ill, and when Mark’s mother passed away. During this time, Mark was in touch with his Deputy Treasurer and his staff. The township has done very well since […]

Joe Kent for state rep

I am supporting Joe Kent for state representative because he is a hardworking man with a deep commitment to helping others. As a Lake Orion business owner, I have worked with Joe and seen his dedication first-hand. Joe has made his living doing taxes and consulting for small businesses in our community. He has the […]