EVENTS IN GERRISH TOWNSHIP
December 14, 2011
2011 Project Blue Light Ceremony
Sgt Patchin lights final vigil candle in the 2011 Project Blue Light Ceremony
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Click the filmstrip above to see more photos of the Ceremony
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AUGUST 13, 2011
2nd Annual Gerrish Township Police/ACT-NOW Golf Outing
(Officer Schutte attempts a putt on a soggy green)
Despite the wet conditions, this years golf outing was well attended with 68 brave golfers and was certainly a successful fundraising event.
The
following is an accounting of our outing.
Income:
Sponsorships . .. . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 2,450.00
Registrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 995.00
Skins .. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 220.00
Mulligans . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 220.00
Donations (possibly includes a cash sponsorship) 20.00
Hole Game income (Brian & Sharon’s hole) . . . . . .. 100.00
Hole Game income (John & Leasa’s hole) . . . . . . .. 58.00
Hole Game income (Stan & Al’s hole) . . . . . . . . . .. 35.00
“Chinese drawing” ticket sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 780.00
Donation from winner of the 42” HD TV . . . . . . . . .. 200.00
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Total Income $ 7,078,00
Expenses:
Stamps .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 61.60
Envelopes .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 4.05
Signs .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 240.00
Prizes [& possibly some supplies]. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 778.94
Golf Course usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1,920.00
Skins winners payouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175.00
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Total expenses $ 3,179.59
Net Total $ 3,898.41
We would like to thank the following sponsors for their donations to this event.
Lew Bender
Pat Springstead
Sheriff Randy Stevenson
Walsh Funeral Home
Roscommon Rotary Club
Hess & Hess & Daniel PC
Spicer's Boat City
Don Nester
Chemical Bank
Higgins Lake Landscaping LLC
Roscommon County Sheriff's Dept
Pioneer Hills Marine
E Higgins Lake True Value
Hart Ford Lincoln Mercury
Elite Stainless Steel, Inc
Sylvester's Decorative Apparel
Houghton Lake Walmart
Performance Propane
Vice Restoration
Dewey's Auto Repair
Old Point Comfort Marine
Kevin Karwowicz
Black Bear Golf Club
Michaywe Golf Course
Grayling Country Club
Gaylord Cinema West
Black Forest Golf Course
The Pines Golf Course
North Central Feed and Supply
Briar North & South Golf Course
Missaukee Golf Club
The Firehouse
Ogemaw Lanes & Lounge
Dean Arbour Ford
Team Hodges
Willow Tree Restaurant
Dave & Ginny Trombley
Jay's Sporting Goods
Gaylord Big Boy
S Higgins Lake State Park
Gerrish Fire Association
Fred's Restaurant
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Join us June 18, 2011
2nd Annual Higgins Lake Sunrise Run Half Marathon
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2011 PRESCRIPTION PILL DROP
04/30/11 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m
Prescription Drug Collection a Success
On 04/30/2011, the Gerrish Township Police Department collected unwanted or expired prescription drugs during the National Prescription Take Back Initiative. Community members were encouraged to drop off unwanted or expired prescriptions for safe and proper disposal. We were very excited to have seen over 8 pounds (over 10,000 pills) of unwanted or expired prescription drugs that were removed from cabinets and drawers around homes. The police department collected the unwanted pills and turned them over to a representative from the Drug Enforcement Administration for incineration in a closed system.
Too often, people think that prescription medications may not be dangerous, but they are prescribed for specific health problems and could be very harmful if taken by someone other than who it is prescribed for. During the take back, several boxes of products containing pseudoephedrine, which is a precursor substance in making Methamphetamine (METH) were also dropped off. These pills along with others are now being destroyed instead of falling into the wrong hands. The Gerrish Township Police Department is currently working with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in an attempt to establish the Gerrish Township Police Department as a permanent prescription drug collection site.
02-26-11
SNOWMOBILE / ATV POKER RUN
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The 1st Annual ACT NOW Snowmobile/ATV Poker Run was a success in spite of the weather conditions. The run started and ended at the Gerrish Twp. Community Park Marina.
About 25 sleds, ATV's and even autos participated in the event. The participants traveled around Higgins Lake, stopping at designated check points to pick up playing cards. Prizes were awarded for the best poker hands at the end of the run, along with the worst hand drawing and many great door prizes were given away thanks to the 28 local businesses and organizations that made donations to support the event.
A HUGE THANK YOU to the committee that organized the event, which consisted of Gerrish Twp. Clerk Jodi Valentino, Gerrish Twp. Trustee Gary Long, Officer Erin Kelley and ACT NOW members John Klein and Al Schultz. Their event planning and execution are to be commended and we are looking forward to all of their help and participation in our 2nd Annual Poker Run in 2012! This event raised approximately $1200 for the Gerrish Township Police Department's Annual Trunk or Treat & Haunted Trail, which hosted over 400 visitors last Halloween and we are expecting to top that number at this year's event!
01-07-11
Please join us Monday Jan 17, 2011 for the January ACT-NOW meeting held at the Gerrish Township Hall at 7:00 p.m. This months topic is being presented by Gerrish Township Police Chief Brian Hill. He will be presenting a look back at the history of how and why ACT-NOW was formed as a part of the Police Department as well as bring everyone up to date on the groups mission. Click on below link for flyer information.
Jan 18, 2011 History of ACT-NOW flyer
12-11-10
The 5th Annual 2010 Project Blue Light took place at the Roscommon High School as planned. The Police Department thanks all who attended the event to honor those that have given the ultimate sacrifice for our Communities and wishes all a blessed Holiday Season. Some highlight photos appear below for your viewing.
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Gerrish Township Police Project Blue Light Ceremony begins
11-18-10
CLICK HERE to learn more about the upcoming
ACT-NOW Meeting in January 2011.
11-11-10
The 2010 Annual ACT-NOW Dinner and Silent Auction to support Gerrish Township Police Department's "Shop with a Cop" took place on Monday November 8th, 2010 at the Good Shepherd United Methodist Church of the North. The event was a great success and garnered more than $4000.00 in support of this years program. Below are a sampling of photos.
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Come and join us on November 9, 2010
ANNUAL POTLUCK DINNER
AND SILENT AUCTION
Nov. 8, 2010
6:00 p.m.
At the Good Shepherd United Methodist Church
(149 W. Robinson Lake Rd.)
Please bring your own table service and a dish to pass. We are requesting that you bring a vegetable, salad or dessert dish as the meat, potatoes, rolls, and beverages will be provided.
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE SILENT AUCTION WILL GO TO THE GERRISH TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENT’S
2010 SHOP-WITH-A-COP PROGRAM.
Please drop off your new items for the Auction at the Gerrish Twp. Police Dept.
ACT NOW is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
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2nd Annual Halloween Trunk or Treat & Haunted Trail
OCTOBER 31, 2010
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Gerrish Twp. Police Department Parking Lot
Vehicle Line up at 5:30 p.m.
Prize for Best Decorated Vehicle
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September 25, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
is the National Drug Drop Initiative. If you have
old medications and need a place to discard them,
bring them to the Police Department.
Click on the Link below for more information on
Sept. 15, 2010 is the 2010 Law Enforcement Torch Run
Click on the link below for more information on
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September 25, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
is the National Drug Drop Initiative. If you have
old medications and need a place to discard them,
bring them to the Police Department.
Click on the Link below for more information on
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ACT NOW "11th" ANNUAL MEETING & PICNIC
Will take place on Monday, July 19th at 6:00 p.m. at the Gerrish Township Hall (outside Pavilion area).
Hamburgers, hot dogs, condiments, potato salad and beverages will be provided, just bring a salad, vegetable, or dessert dish to pass, your own table service and a lawn chair and enjoy a great evening of fellowship and entertainment.
A.C.T. - N.O.W.
Advisory Community Team - Neighbors On Watch
Monthly Meeting
June 21, 2010
7:00 p.m.
Gerrish Twp. Hall
This is a Community Policing Meeting open to all residents, landlords and business owners interested in the enrichment of Gerrish Township.
This
month’s program will be on Identity Theft and other Elder Scams and will be
presented by the Gerrish Township Police Department.
For further information call 821-5207
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ACT-NOW monthly meeting for May 2010 features members of
the Township Board providing a Gerrish Township Marina Update.
In the presentation will be;
A brief history of the acquisition
Review of last year (1st) season
Development of Park and readiness for this year
Short Range Goals
Long Range Goals
Rules for usage
Pricing for usage
Ability of Public to use Park for functions
They will have a Q & A following
When: May 17, 2010
Where: Gerrish Township Hall
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Please join us and stay informed in your Community.
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ACT-NOW monthly meeting for April features the
National Weather Service from Gaylord, Mi.
They will present a Weather Awareness Program
When: April 19, 2010
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Where: Gerrish Township Hall
Come and join us as we learn more about our weather!
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ACT-NOW monthly meeting for March features
a presentation on "Community Corrections in Roscommon County"
When: March 15, 2010
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Where: Gerrish Township Hall
Come and join us as we learn more about our Community!
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2009 PROJECT BLUE LIGHT
Please click below link for the information for this years Project Blue Light
Be sure to come out and support those who have fallen in the line of duty.
2009 SHOP WITH A COP AUCTION
Total raised for Shop with a Cop at the Auction
$3,184.00. A huge thank you to all who donated goods and,
their time to our effort.
See link below to see photos etc of the event
Please join us for the October 2009 ACT-NOW Meeting.
This month's presentation will be a a Video re-cap and narrated guide through the Police Department's Fall 2009 Firearms Qualification training.
Where: Gerrish Township Hall
When October 19, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Cider and Donuts will be served in celebration of the
arrival of the Fall season
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Please join us for the September ACT-NOW Meeting.
The presentation this month will be "Going Green". We hear it, but what does it mean for us? Come and join us to see the speakers we have lined up to discuss the topic.
Where: Gerrish Township Hall
When: Monday September 21, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m. sharp!
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NEXT EVENT-GERRISH TOWNSHIP POLICE/ACT-NOW
ANNUAL 9 & 10 Softball Tournament Fundraiser
WHERE: The Denton Township Softball Field
WHEN: Saturday, August 15th 2009
Tournament begins at 8:30 a.m. promptly
Championship game to begin at approximately 5:00 p.m.
FEATURED TEAMS
-9 & 10 News
-Gerrish Township P.D./ACT-NOW/Fire/EMS
-Roscommon County Sheriff Dept/Higgins Twp Fire Dept
-Michigan State Police Houghton Lake Post
-Denton Township P.D./Fire/EMS
-Richfield Township Public Safety
FLYER FOR THE EVENT-CLICK HERE
SCHEDULE/BRACKET FOR TOURNAMENT-CLICK HERE
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Please mark your calendars now......
Click on the links below for more on each event
Upcoming May 2009 ACT NOW Monthly Meeting
Karen Slade from the Roscommon County Commission on Aging will be the guest speaker at the May 18, 2009 meeting. Karen has 26 years of service in her field and 20 of those years she has served as the Service Coordinator for our County's Commission on Aging, located on Townline Road in Houghton Lake. Seventy-one out of our state's 83 counties has at least one commission or council on aging. The purpose of the commission on aging is to promote the welfare, independence, safety and health of senior citizens through various programs. These services are free to seniors 60 years of age and older. The commission relies strictly on donations for support and offers such programs as daily meals provided at three senior centers throughout the county, home delivered meals and many in-home services which you will find on their website at www.roscommoncounty.net / senior_centers.htm.
Upcoming April 2009 Monthly Meeting
Click below link
2-28-09
Gerrish Township Winter Disaster Mock Scenario
2009
On Saturday, 2-28-09 Gerrish Township Emergency Services and the Roscommon County Central Dispatch conducted it's yearly winter table top exercise. This year, the exercise was conducted at the Roscommon Middle school and had four components of exercise. The first being a simulated small plane crash on the frozen waters of Higgins Lake, an adjacent house fire, a lost child on Treasure Island and an overcrowded staging area situation to handle. Participants included the Gerrish Township Police, Fire/EMS, Gerrish Township CERT team as well as the Roscommon County Central Dispatch. Scenes were held in different rooms where each discipline could discuss their response and plans of action as well as resource allocation with a Mentor. Below are photos of the group at various times in the scenario. Live radio traffic was used to test communications. A complete debriefing was also conducted at the conclusion of the event.
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The group hears the table top details
2-21-09
WINTERFEST BROOMBALL FUN
A few of our Gerrish Township Police Officers and some young volunteers from our
community battled in the cold and snow at the North State Park during the 2009
Winterfest celebration Broomball Tournament which took place on February 21st.
This annual event is a fundraiser for “Project Graduation,”
which raises money each year to provide a safe and fun overnight trip for the
Roscommon High School seniors on graduation night.
There were 4 teams competing for the championship title (and bragging rights).
I am proud to announce that our team came in FIRST place!!!
Congratulations BROOMBALL TEAM and thank you for your
participation in this worthy event.
Attention all Gerrish Township residents and visitors alike!
THE 2009 HIGGINS LAKE WINTERFEST IS FEBRUARY 20th & 21st
A $5 BADGE GETS YOU ENTRY FOR THE BROOMBALL TOURNAMENT ALONG WITH OTHER EVENTS SPREAD AROUND HIGGINS LAKE SUCH AS:
1. A Cross Country Ski Party ($10 gets you a Winterfest Badge, Skis & Headlight, Hot
Chocolate, and a Bonfire!) at Cross Country Ski Headquarters on Friday Nite, 6-9 pm,
February 20th
2. Great Ski & Dine Dinner Specials at The Timbers Restaurant Friday night
3. A FREE Pancake Breakfast Saturday morning at The Timbers
4. A Chili Cook off hosted by Coldwell Banker Classic Realty from 11am to 1pm
5. The Crazy Cardboard Classic Downhill Run at Pioneer Hill from 10:30 til Noon
6. Free Entry into the Higgins Lake Fishing Derby at the West DNR Boat Launch 7am-2pm
7. Kid’s Karnival (Free Games for Kids) from Noon til 3pm at the North Higgins State Park
8. Free Hot Dog Lunch Noon til 3pm at the North Higgins State Park
9. Broomball Tournament, 1pm at the State Park-Proceeds benefit Project Graduation
10. After Glow party with Music at The Silver Dollar starting at 4pm…
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In case you missed the meeting...................
Below are highlight photos of the Jan. 19, 2009 ACT-NOW meeting.
Fire Rescue Professionals from the Gerrish Township Fire/EMS Dept
and the Lyon Twp Fire Dept. explain their ice rescue gear
and equipment while meeting attendees look on.
(Photos courtesy of Laurie Tudor)
Come and join ACT-NOW at our regular Monthly meeting Monday Jan. 19, 2008
The meeting takes place at the Gerrish Township Hall at 7:00 p.m.
This month's speaker will be Steve McNitt who will speak on Ice Fishing.
We also have the Gerrish Township Fire Department who will
discuss Ice Safety and Rescue.
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2008 Shop-With-A-Cop Fundraiser (Potluck Dinner & Silent Auction)
was held 11/17/08 at the Good Shepherd United
Methodist Church of the North with 99 people in attendance.
Funds raised at the auction were $2738.75 plus items collected after the auction of $68.00 for a total of $2806.75 gross funds. After expenses the net amount was $2169.21 plus cash donations received in the amount of $2565.00 making this year’s event a success with total net amount of $4734.21 which was added to the Shop-With-A-Cop fund balance for a total fund amount of $6,795.27.
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ACT-NOW invites you to the Annual "Shop with a Cop" silent auction and
fundraiser scheduled for 11-17-08 at 6:00 p.m. at the Good Shepherd
United Methodist Church of the North off Co Rd 103.
Please come and enjoy the food and friendship while we raise money
for this worthy event. If you have any questions, please contact the
Police Department at 989-821-5207 ext. 286.
