March - Bedford Business Association

P.O. Box 293
8204 Secor Road
Lambertville, MI 48144
(734) 850-2200
(734) 850-2201 Fax
[email protected]
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Bits & Pieces
• AROUND OUR TOWNSHIP •
MARCH 2016
Plan on attending BBA’s …
DINNER
MEETING
Thursday, March 3rd
6:00 p.m. – Networking • 6:15 p.m. – Dinner
at
FOREST VIEW LANES
2345 Dean Rd. • Temperance
Menu: Chicken Kabobs, Rice Pilaf, Meatballs
with Sweet Thai Chili Sauce, Salad, Rolls
& Beverages (Coffee, Water, Pop)
Plus a few surprise items, including dessert!
Cost: $12.00 per person • Cash Bar
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Guest Speaker:
DALE MALONE
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Friday, March 11
from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
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FOOD • ENTERTAINMENT
& a chance for everybody to
tour the Trade Fair booths!
Questions?
Call the BBA Office
at (734) 850-2200
Volunteers
Needed!
Monroe County Sheriff
Also …
Trade Fair Questions & Answers
BBA needs
volunteers to
set up & tear down
for the Trade Fair.
RSVP for dinner reservations by Wed., March 2!
Call (734) 850-2200 or email [email protected]
If you can’t join us for dinner, plan to attend the
program & meeting afterwards!
If you are able to help out,
please call or email the
BBA office so we
have a count for the
volunteer luncheon.
VOLUNTEERS
ARE NEEDED
… to help man the BBA
booth during the Trade Fair.
If you can spare a couple
of hours to help out our organization, please call the
BBA office at (734) 850-2200
to sign up for a time slot.
Your help is very much
appreciated!
Preventing Falls
Community
Workshop
at Aspen Grove
Ketteler joins the Jessica Thompson Agency
Please join the Jessica Thompson Agency in welcoming our newest team member,
Jean Ketteler. Jean brings over 14 years of insurance experience and we are very excited
to have her join our team. We provide some of the best life, home, auto, and commercial
insurance here in Michigan. Feel free to stop in and give her a warm welcome at 8374
Secor Rd., Lambertville, MI. Pictured above, L to R: Jean Ketteler, Jessica Thompson and
Marty Wagner.
Bedford Press seeks photo sponsors
ATTENTION! BBA TRADE FAIR PARTICIPANTS
The Bedford Press is once again giving you the opportunity to participate in our full page advertisement promoting the 2016 BBA Trade Fair.
This Trade Fair special, for only $29.95, includes:
•A listing in a full page ad in our March 8th issue with your business
name, address and phone number in a 1 column x 1 inch box.
•A picture of your Trade Fair booth included in the picture collage in
the March 22nd or April 5th issue of the Bedford Press.
•Your company name listed in the sponsor box for the picture collage.
All for one low price of $29.95!
To take advantage of this special, please email [email protected]
or fax (734) 856-2925 with your business name, address and phone number.
Or, if you participated last year, we can run the same information. Just let
us know.
There is limited space available, so please reply NO LATER than Friday,
March 4, 12 noon!
Also, as an added bonus, pictures taken over the Trade Fair weekend
will be given to BBA to use for Facebook and the BBA website!
If you have any questions please call Karen Daggett at (419) 290-6846.
Please join Aspen Grove Assisted
Living & Memory Care for their “Preventing Falls Community Workshop” to find
out how falls impact seniors lives and
techniques to avoid them. The workshop
will be held on Tuesday, March 22, at 2
p.m., and is open to seniors, caregivers
and their families.
Special guest speaker will be Mary
Ann Wertenberger, RN, from Custom
Home Health.
Refreshments will be served.
Please RSVP to (734) 856-4400.
Aspen Grove is located at 7515 Secor
Rd., in Lambertville, behind Kroger.
ATTENTION!
TRADE FAIR
EXHIBITORS
Please
COVER &
PROTECT
the floor of your Trade Fair
booth if your display might
cause damage to it.
Vendors are resonsible
for any damage to floors.
Maximizing your Trade Fair
By TC Clements
3rd Vice President &
Marketing Chairman
This "Did You Know?" section of the
Bits & Pieces is going to highlight how to
maximize your Trade Fair … after the trade
fair!
Without question, the trade fair is a lot
of work. A lot of work to prepare for, set up,
meet clients for two days, promote yourself,
breakdown, and be
ready for work bright and early on Monday
morning! But, a great deal of the work to
close sales and leads from the show will
happen after the show. I think everyone
knows in business that it is a best practice
to try and thank people for having come
by your booth after the event. Additionally, those really hot prospects you want
to stay on top of. So what is the best timing
to maximize your close? There are two schools of thought
on when is the best time to follow up.
The first is that immediately upon leaving
the trade show, even if it is Saturday night,
you want to send an email to hot prospects. This lets them know that you think so
much of them that they were YOUR FIRST
PRIORITY! Imagine talking with a business owner at a trade
show, getting home and that evening getting a “thank for stopp i n g b y ” e m a i l . Ve r y f e w b u s i n e s s o w n e r s
do it, which makes it that much more impressive. BUT, this
CANNOT be more sales or an attempt to close. Rather it should
be just a thank you, look forward to working with you and will
talk with you soon. This way it is a kind, thoughtful gesture
that has a positive perception and not that of continuing to try
and “close the deal” while they are sitting in their recliner at
home. Save the sales for later the next week. Not Monday …
maybe Tuesday, but Wednesday is a great time to reach out
and approach.
The second school of thought is to wait until Tuesday or
Wednesday of the next week, not Monday, review your conversation and give them one last chance to take advantage of a
“show special.” Allow for a “show special” deposit. Anything
that you can do to get a commitment and from keeping your
lead from growing cold. If they were interested in your booth, you have to keep
that interest moving forward and an extended or additional offer might be the
trick.
As with anything, the success of this
rests on you as a business owner to not
only remember to do the follow up, but
to be realistic on which follow-ups are
real viable leads and which are “hopeful”
leads. Viable leads will like being followed
up with. Hopeful leads might be annoyed.
The key as a business owner is to distinguish the difference and treat each
appropriately.
One last tip would be to talk with
fellow business owners in unrelated fields
about how they follow up. It may be that
their follow-up technique is really good and usable for your
industry. Imitation can often be a great form of flattery but BE
CAREFUL in copying someone else too closely. If you both send
your follow up to the same viable lead you both could easily
be written off as non-genuine.
Good luck and remember that, like most marketing, if
it’s not memorable, it’s not likely worthwhile!
Exciting renovations coming to the American
Cancer Society Relay For Life of Bedford!
Join us at Kickoff for the Big Reveal!
The American Cancer Society Relay
For Life of Bedford will hold a free
kickoff for the annual event on Tuesday,
March 1 at 6:30 p.m. in the Community
Room at the Bedford Public Library, 8575
Jackman Rd. in Temperance. Everyone
is invited to the kickoff to learn about
how to help the American Cancer Society
save more lives from cancer. Refreshments
will be provided.
The program will highlight how
the community has benefited from
funds raised, will honor cancer survivors
and caregivers, and will reveal the exciting new format of the Relay For Life
of Bedford! Guests will have the opportunity to register a team for the
Relay For Life event, which will be held
on Saturday, May 14 at the Bedford
Community Stadium.
The Relay For Life movement is the
world’s largest fundraising event to fight
every cancer in every community, with
four million participants in 6,000 events
worldwide in 2015. Last year, 255 people
participated in the Relay For Life of
Bedford and raised $39,079.
“This is our community’s opportunity to help save lives from cancer by
taking our message to more people and
raising more dollars to fund the fight,”
said Kyle Russell, Team Ambassador.
“Together, our efforts can make a big
difference.”
Visit relayforlife.org/bedfordmi to
learn more about the event, or contact
Kyle Russell at (734) 497-3163 or kyle.
[email protected].
We at Salvation Army of Monroe
County are tipping our collective hats
to recognize the retirement of Kyle L.
Hudson, Jr., our social services director.
He has served nearly a dozen years with
the Corps/Community Center, located
at 815 E. First St., in Monroe. After the
end of February, Kyle will have more
time to spend with his family, after
working 30 years in social services.
BEDFORD BUSINESS ASSOCIATION
2015-2016 Membership List (Paid as of 2/26/16)
AA Discount Locksmith & Safe
AAA Lambertville
A.J.’s Doolittles
Above & Beyond Service & Repair
Advanced Accounting
Advanced Eye Care
Advantage Chiropractic
Affordable Accounting & Bookkeeping
Affordable Construction Co.
All American Karate
Ally-N-Cals Pet Salon
American Cancer Society
American Lawn
Anson Pharmacy
ARCA - Toledo Speedway
Arnold’s Home Improvement
Around Your House, LLC
Art & Frame Works
Aspen Grove Assisted Living
Aspen Grove Center
for Pain Management
Aspen Grove Physical Therapy
Assembly of Christians
Athletico Physical Therapy
Bankowski Builders
Barron Insurance & Financial Services
Barry Bagels Lambertville
Beautycounter
Bedford Alumni Association
Bedford Branch Library
Bedford Complete Auto Service
Bedford Child Development Center
Bedford Community Foundation
Bedford Dentist Group
Bedford Dial-A-Ride
Bedford Diner
Bedford Fence Co.
Bedford Goodfellows Club
Bedford Hills Golf Club, Inc.
Bedford Homes
Bedford Now
Bedford Press, Inc. & Printing
Bedford Public Schools
Bedford Public Schools
Community Ed.
Bedford Republican Club
Bedford Senior Community Center
Bedford Township Hall
Bedford Township Lions Club
Bedford Veterinary Clinic, LLC
Bedford Wellness Pharmacy
Bedford’s Best 3B Baseball
The Blade
Bloom Salon & Spa
Brad’s Septic Tank & Sewer Service
Brookwood Swim Club
Bub’s Lawn & Landscape, LLC
Buckeye CableSystem
Budd Jewelers Inc.
Burger King
Cardinal Staffing Services
Carter Carpets & Vinyl, Inc.
Chart Advisors, Inc.
Christ the King Lutheran Church
Christian Care Connection
Ciolino Fruit & Vegetable Market
Clean It Up! Property Services
Collins & Associates,
Accounting & Tax Service
Compelled Church
Countryside Wesleyan Church
Crary Drug
Cre8ive Sites
DaCapo
The Danberry Co., Realtors
Davis Cleaning Services
Davis Tent & Table
Directions Credit Union
Doug’s Repair, LLC
Dunn Rite Janitorial Services
Education Plus Credit Union
Edward Jones/D. Abalos
Edward Jones/N. Abalos
Edward Jones/T. Forgette
Edward Jones/F. Swank
EF for High School Exchange
Engraved Image
Executive Title Agency
Family Chiropractic
Family Medical Center of MI
Farm Bureau Insurance –
Jessica Thompson Agency
Fifth Third Bank
First Choice Haircutters
First Merit Bank
Fischer Tool & Die Corp.
Flick’s Package Liquor, Inc.
Foot & Ankle Specialists, PC
Forestview Lanes
Fox Meadow Farm, Inc.
Francis Auto Detailing
Francis Family YMCA
Francis Findings Estate Sales
Laurie L. Fulkerson, CPA
G.B. Warnke & Associates, Inc.
Elizabeth Gerber – Key Realty One
Gerweck Real Estate
Giant Oak Golf Club
Goodwill Store
Graphic Signs
H & R Block
H & S Sports Plus
H.E.L.P. Printers, Inc.
Habitat for Humanity
of Monroe County, Inc.
Heartland Rehabilitation Services
(HCR-Manor)
Hickory Ridge of Temperance
Holt Roofing Company, Inc.
Home Consulting Services
Hospice of Northwest Ohio
Howard’s Meats
Hudson Studio
Humane Society of Monroe County
Hunters Run
Huntington Bank
Indian Creek Petting Zoo
Insideout Inspections Plus, LLC
Inverness Community
Iott Insurance Agency, Inc.
JHoward Electric, Inc.
J R Kirby Mason Contractor
Judge Frank Arnold
Kara’s Critter Care, LLC
Key Bank
Kickin Mule Car Wash
Kroger
Lambertville “Do It Best” Hardware
Lambertville IOOF Lodge #467/
Eva Rebekah Lodge #299
Lambertville Mini-Storage
Lambertville Orthodontics
LaScala IT Solutions, Inc.
Lennex Realty Company, LLC
Lewis Ave. Auto Repair
J. Henry Lievens,
County Commissioner
Luther Haus
MTS Seating
Machine Stitchery
Maple Grove Golf Course
Masserant’s Feed & Grain
McDonald’s
Metro PCS
Microtronix Esolutions, LLC
Mike’s Southwest Grill
Miss Lori’s Dance Express
Mominee Builders
Monroe Bank & Trust, Lambertville
Monroe Bank & Trust, Temperance
Monroe Community
Mental Health Authority
Monroe County
Chamber of Commerce
Monroe County
Community Credit Union
Monroe County Community
College – Whitman Center
Monroe County Democratic Party
Monroe County Intermediate Schools
Monroe County Prosecutor Nichols
Monroe Evening News
Moongate – Luxury Adult Living
Morrows Elite Carpet Cleaning
NFA Finance LLC
Dr. Mark S. Neumann/
MSN Healthcare, P.C.
Nutri-Health
OJ’s Professional Painting
Ohioans Home Health Care
Olde Schoolhouse Commons/
Schoolhouse Lunchroom
PTL, Inc.
Papa Eli’s
Pavilka, Inc.
Michael W. Pawlak Funeral Home, LLC
Paws and Claws Animal Hospital, LLC
Physicians Choice Hearing Center
Law Office of Jessica C. Pienta, PLC
Pierce Medical Products
Pinnacle Eye Group
Precious Hearing, Inc.
Precision Epoxy Flooring
Premier Cruise Planners, LLC
Quality Systems Compliance
Quilt Heaven
Quimby’s Food & Spirits
Rawlings Heating & Cooling
Real Estate 4 U
Real Estate Solutions of MI, LLC
Red Star Diner
Reflection Medical, Inc.
Reflections in Stained Glass, LLC
Debra Reiner, D.D.S.
Russell Cellular
Sage Steak & Seafood
Salvation Army of Monroe County
Shelton Park Church of God
Shinkles’ Flower Shop & Greenhouse
Sidelines
Space Matters
Spring Arbor University –
Metro Toledo Center
St. Luke’s Lutheran Church
St. Paul’s Evangelical
Lutheran Church
Stage Starz Academy of Dance
Darlene Stammer
Start’s Auto Parts
State Farm Insurance/Hopkins
State Farm Insurance/Hubbard
State Farm Insurance/McBee
State Rep. Jason Sheppard
Steamers
Stevens Disposal & Recycling Inc.
Stock Sports, Inc.
Subway (Lambertville)
Summerlyn Builders, LLC
Sunrise Windows Ltd.
T-J Roofing & Sheet Metal, LLC
T-Wear Embroidery & Screenprinting
Tanlines
Tasty Endeavors
Taulbee Electric, LLC
Temperance Animal Hospital, Inc.
Temperance Body Shop
Temperance Fuel Stop, Inc. (Sunoco)
Terrarium Hair Spa
Tim Horton’s
Todd’s Tree & Crane Service, LLC
Tomahawk Archers
Tony’s Country Store
Townsend Carpeting
Transamerica Financial Advisors
United Way of Monroe County
Urbanski’s Bedford Funeral Chapel
The Vandergrift Company
Vibrant Life Senior Living
Village Pizzeria & Pub
Congressman Walberg
WMLZ-LP
Walgreens
Wells Bowen Gio Real Estate Inc.
Whitney’s Collision of Temperance
Women of Bedford United
Yard Repair Man
Zaums & Bialecki, PLC
Zeiler Excavating, Inc.
Senator Dale W. Zorn
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
Coldwell Banker/
Haynes Real Estate, Inc.
Costco Wholesale
Cross Heating & Cooling, Inc.
LEHI Inspections & Services
Stanford-Allen Chevrolet Cadillac
Town Money Saver
Valpak N.W. Ohio
HONORARY LIFETIME MEMBERS
Norb Abel
Pearl Albert-Green ✝
Arlene Bates-Toyne ✝
Rollie Eisenmann
Beverly Hammerstrom
Ron Hurley
Bill Mannor
Meg Smith
Eddie Talley
Carl VanWert
Pat Vozobule ✝
Judge Michael A. Weipert
Walt Wilburn
Hunters and Noise Induced Hearing
Loss, (NIHL) How it can be HELPED!
Noise induced hearing loss is
caused by being exposed to loud sounds,
whether in short burst or long time
frames. For hunters, a gunshot’s level of
sound ranges from 140 to 190dB, similar
to the loudness of a jet engine. Hunters
may notice the effects of NIHL immediately manifesting itself in the form of
muffled hearing or ringing in the ears.
Hunters may notice that their hearing
loss is asymmetrical – poorer in one ear.
This is due to a phenomenon called
acoustic shadow. For example, a righthanded shooter will shoulder the gun
on the right, putting their right ear into
the right shoulder having the left ear
closer to the barrel of the gun. Righthanded shooters usually have more
hearing loss in the left ear because the
right ear is in the acoustic shadow of the
head.
Hearing protection while hunting is
an absolute necessity to help decrease
NIHL. When selecting hearing protection
you need to check the Noise Reduction
Rating (NRR) – the higher the number
the better. Many hunters do not like to
wear standard hearing protection because
it hinders their ability to hear the sounds
around them such as animals and other
hunters. Now there is an alternative
known as Electronic Hearing Protection. Electronic Hearing Protection has the
advantage of enhancing environmental
sounds while at the same time decreasing
dangerous, high decibel sounds. Most
block noise above 85 decibels but enhance
regular sounds. Built in microphones in
these devices allow hunters to hear sounds
around them and pinpoint which direction a sound is coming from, but react in
real-time when a loud sound is present.
They come in a range of price points and
styles but are truly worth the investment
for hunters, shooters or people who use
power tools on a regular basis.
Protecting your hearing today will
enable you to enjoy the soft sounds of
nature and loved ones in the future. Come
see us at Physicians Choice Hearing
Center, 3366 W. Sterns Rd., Suite 2A, in
Lambertville, or call (734) 568-6226 to
learn more about Electronic Hearing
Protection.
And the
nominees
are …
If you are interested
in running for a
position on the
BBA Board,
please contact the
BBA office,
(734) 850-2200 or
call or text
Linda Flick at
419-340-4758.
Nomination of
officers will take
place at the March
dinner meeting.
EDWARD JONES: FINANCIAL FOCUS
How Should You Respond to Market “Correction?”
As an investor, you may be gaining
familiarity with the term “market correction.” But what does it mean? And, more
importantly, what does it mean to you?
A correction occurs when a key
index, such as the S&P 500, declines at
least 10% from its previous high. A correction, by definition, is short-term in
nature and has historically happened
fairly regularly – about once a year. However, over the past several years, we’ve
experienced fewer corrections, so when
we have one now, it seems particularly
jarring to investors.
How should you respond to a market correction? The answer may depend,
to some extent, on your stage of life.
•If you’re still working … If you
are in the early or middle parts of your
working life, you might not have to concern yourself much about a market correction because you have decades to
overcome a short-term downturn. Instead
of selling stocks, and stock-based investments, to supposedly “cut your losses,”
you may find that now is a good time to
buy more shares of quality companies,
when their price is down. Also, you may
want to use the opportunity of a correc-
tion to become aware of the need to
periodically review and rebalance your
portfolio. Stocks, and investments containing stocks, often perform well before
a correction. If their price has risen
greatly, they may account for a greater
percentage of the total value of your
portfolio – so much so, in fact, that you
might become “overweighted” in stocks,
relative to your goals, risk tolerance and
time horizon. That’s why it’s important
for you to proactively rebalance your
portfolio – or, during a correction, the
market may do it for you. To cite one
aspect of rebalancing, if your portfolio
ever does become too “stock-heavy,” you
may need to add some bonds or other
fixed-rate vehicles. Not only can these
investments help keep your portfolio in
balance, but they also may hold up better
during a correction. •If you’re retired … After you retire,
you may need to take money from your
investment accounts – that is, sell some
investments – to help pay for your cost
of living. Ideally, however, you don’t want
to sell stocks, or stock-based vehicles,
during a correction – because when you
do, you may be “selling low.” (Remember
the most common rule of investing: Buy
low and sell high. It’s not always easy
to follow, but it’s still pretty good advice.) So, to avoid being forced into
selling, you need to be prepared. During
your retirement years, try to keep at least
a year’s worth of cash instruments on
hand as well as short-term fixed income
investments. By having this money to
draw on, you may be able to leave your
stocks alone and give them a chance to
recover, post-correction. And it’s important to maintain a reasonable percentage
of stocks, and stock-based vehicles, in
your portfolio, even during retirement
– because these investments may provide
the growth necessary to help keep you
ahead of inflation. Consequently, as a
retiree, you should have a balance of
stocks and stock-based vehicles, along
with fixed-income vehicles, such as
bonds, certificates of deposit, government
securities and so on.
Being prepared can help you get
through a correction – no matter where
you are on life’s journey.
This article was written by Edward Jones
for use by your local Edward Jones Financial
Advisor.
BBA’s hunt for 2016
scholarship recipients begins!
It’s that time of year again – time for BBA’s hunt for scholarship
recipients!
Anyone 18 years or older, residing in Bedford Township, and seeking
higher education is qualified to apply for one of four $500 scholarship.
Applications are available on the BBA website, in the Bedford High School’s
office, or stop by the Salvation Army office, 7200 Lewis Ave., in the Bedford
Mall, Monday-Thursday, between 3-5 p.m., through April 7.
Completed applications are due back to the BBA office by Monday,
April 11, 2016. Winners will be notified by April 22; and a photograph to
BBA will be requested by April 28. Recipients are invited to BBA’s May 12
dinner meeting for a public presentation.
Events like the BBA’s golf outing raise funds for this very worthwhile
project. So … spread the word! Good luck senior students!
Criteria for
Trade Fair booth judging
Every year, the judges at the Trade Fair have a tough job awarding
the ribbons, and this year the competition could be even tougher!
In the judging process, single commercial booths compete against
other single spaces; two or more spaces compete against each other;
non-profit against non-profit; and food booths against food booths. Since
there are so many single-space booths, some ties will occur.
Points are awarded in the following categories, on a one to five basis,
with 20 being a perfect score:
•Clarity of Name – Do you know immediately what their business
is?
•Eye Appeal – Color, neatness, best use of space
•Friendliness of People in Booth – Do they smile and greet people?
•Originality
Each booth is evaluated by three judges, who then add their scores,
Thus, 60 points gets a blue ribbon, and so on.
You can decorate your booth anyway you choose, i.e. showing the
progress of your business through the years, where you've been and
how you've come to be, what you offered when you first started your
business and how you have grown. To have a business organization
around for over 30 years is a big accomplishment for the Bedford
community! Let’s celebrate and show the community how far we’ve all
come!
Good luck to everyone and we’ll see you at the fair!
BAKE SALE
Proceeds going to
Alzheimer’s Association
FRIDAY MARCH 25th
10 am-4 pm
Vibrant Life Senior Living
667 W. Sterns Rd.,Temperance
Trade Fair
Parking
Reminder!
During Trade Fair hours, we
are asking that ALL
Trade Fair booth exhibitors
and helpers please park
your vehicles in the
BUS DEPOT
PARKING AREA
located in front of the school
on the Jackman Road side,
AWAY FROM
THE ENTRANCES.
This will allow for more
parking for the people
visiting us at the Trade Fair.
THANKS FOR
YOUR COOPERATION!
Spring Forward!
Daylight-Saving Time
begins at 2 a.m.
Sunday, March 13
United Way of Monroe County
once again is proud to host the 2015 Everyday Heroes
Three Bedford residents chosen as Workplace Heroes
Ron Huskins owes his life to
three individuals at the Francis Family
YMCA.
December 9, 2015 began like every
other day. Ronald Huskins pushed himself to get to the gym in an effort to drop
enough weight to be approved for a long
overdue hip replacement surgery. Ron,
who is on crutches due to his deteriorating hip condition, hobbled into the Y,
said his hellos as he always did and
moved into the weight room. As Ron
was getting situated he conversed with
Youth Sports staff member, Casey Pollins,
who was on the machine next to him.
As Casey was finishing a rep on his
machine he realized Ron had quit talking,
as he looked over Ron collapsed and
toppled over bringing the weight bench
with him. Casey jumped into action and
began CPR. In the office nearby was
Wellness Director, Carrie Setzler. Carrie
heard Casey asking Mr. Huskins if he
was OK. Knowing there was a situation,
Carrie grabbed the AED Defibrillator
and rushed to his side. 911 had been
dispatched.
As the first responders fought to
get Ron on his back and in position to
administer the CPR along with the shock
treatment (three shocks were applied)
they were not finding a pulse, but never
gave up. The medics arrived and quickly
realizing the urgency of the situation,
Ron was intubated and transported to
Toledo Hospital. A heart catheter was
performed, but no blockage was found
that would have caused a heart attack.
Therefore, the conclusion was that it
was the electrical part of the heart or the
bottom muscle that went into arrhythmia
and threw him into cardiac arrest. Ron
remained in the Cardiac ICU for the
remainder of the week and rehab for
another week. He is now resting at home.
Ron cheated death, according to his
now cardiologist. Had it not been for the
heroic efforts of the first responding
members and staff at the Francis Family
YMCA, Ron would not be with us today.
Ron’s situation is nothing short of
miraculous!
•First responder Casey had just
recently completed his EMT certification
and just happened to be at the Y working
out.
•Carrie happened to be in ear length
distance to jump into motion.
•Bev, (Y member) an RN(!) was
another first responder.
•Had this happened to Ron at home,
or worse yet on the road, he would not
have survived.
Ron and his family will be forever
grateful to Casey, Carrie, Bev and the
YMCA for their continued support.
Casey, Carrie and Bev will be recognized at the United Way of Monroe
County’s Everyday Heroes event on
Wednesday, March 9 at LaRoy’s Hall in
LaSalle. For ticket information please
visit the United Way’s website at
monroeuw.org or contact the office at
(734) 242-1331.
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Buy Bedford Always
MARCH 12th & 13th
Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. • Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
BEDFORD HIGH SCHOOL
Corner of Jackman & Dean Roads
◆ Free Admission ◆ Over 150 Bedford Businesses!
◆ Door & Booth Prizes ◆ Special Offers From Businesses
◆ Continuous Entertainment ◆ Food & Beverages
2016 TRADE FAIR RULES
1. All exhibitors/workers (excluding food vendors) are requested to park away
from the entrances.
2. All booths must be paid in full at sign-up. No refunds on booths.
3. Assigned space limited to the business registered for that space only – no others
are allowed. Please keep display inside your tape marked space.
4. Booths are to be set up by 8:00 p.m. Friday evening. All displays are to remain
in place until 4:00 p.m. on Sunday and to be manned at all times during the
open hours of the fair. Do not take your display down early.
5. Exhibitor advertising is limited to registered booth space only – no others
permitted.
6. The approximate booth size for the old gym and the main hallway is 8 ft. wide
by 6 ft. deep. The booth size in the new gym is approximately 10 ft. wide by 8
ft. deep. If electrical service is required, please bring your own 50-foot extension
cords.
7. Sides of booth display should be no taller than 4 -1/2 ft. from the floor on the
front half of the booth and the back wall of the booth should not exceed the
height of the back drop (8 ft.), unless approved by the Trade Fair chairperson.
No unfinished sides or backs.
8. Please take care to protect the floors from scratches and liquid damage, especially
in the gym. Food is to remain in the cafeteria. Businesses are responsible for any
damage to school property and will have to reimburse the school for repair of
such damage.
9. All literature and signs advertising your business must show your Bedford
address.
10. NO SOLICITATION or advertising by any businesses allowed outside of booth
area during the Trade Fair including BBA members.
11. No animals allowed, unless approved by the Trade Fair committee.
12. All booths will be judged on Saturday morning and ribbons will be awarded.
If you have any questions,
please ask a member of the Trade Fair Committee.
BBA TRADE FAIR
“FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS”
Q Does BBA need help getting the high school ready for the Trade Fair set-up on Friday night?
A YES! Please come Friday, March 11, at noon. We need help with tables, chairs, taping, putting signs
up, etc. Lunch will be provided for workers only. Please call or email the BBA office with your name,
place of business and number of volunteers so that we have an accurate count for ordering food.
Q Can I help with clean-up?
A YES! Absolutely! Just stay after you get your booth torn down and pitch in where ever you can, or
ask Jan Howard, Laura Collins, Karen Daggett, Linda Flick or Kelsey Hoffman what needs to be
done.
Q How high are the back-drops?
A Back-drops are 8 foot high.
Q What color is my back-drop going to be?
A Tentatively, these are the colors that you can expect. The NEW GYM will have BLUE for the booths
on the outside perimeter and GOLD for the booths that are back-to-back in the center. The OLD
GYM will have WHITE for the booths on the outside perimeter and RED for the booths that are
back-to-back in the center. The HALLWAYS, booth numbers 101 through 115 will have BLUE backdrops, and booth numbers 116 through 132 will have GOLD back-drops.
Q Does BBA provide the table cover for the table(s) in my booth?
A NO. We provide the back-drop, table and chairs. You provide the decorations, table cover, skirting,
extension cords, etc. Here’s a helpful hint. Metal shower hooks work great for hanging your sign in
your booth.
Q When is Trade Fair set-up?
A Friday, March 11, from 4:00-8:00 p.m. (No early birds please – EXCEPT FOR HELPERS)
Q Can I set up early on Friday?
A NO! (Please refer to the part above about no early birds!) If you are using a car in your display or
have a VERY LARGE display, contact the BBA office at (734) 850-2200 to make special arrangements.
Q What size is my table?
A New gym tables are 8 foot and all others are 6 foot.
Q Can I take my booth down before 5:00 p.m. on Sunday?
A NO! ABSOLUTELY NOT! Your booth should remain intact for the entire duration of the Trade
Fair.
Q Does BBA provide electrical cords?
A NO. If you are using electricity, you are expected to provide your own electrical cords.
– PLEASE REMEMBER TO MAN YOUR BOOTHS AT ALL TIMES! –
PLEASE DIRECT ANY ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS TO THE BBA OFFICE, (734) 850-2200.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION!
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CERTIFICATES
AVAILABLE AT ALL
GENERAL MEETINGS OR
CALL THE BBA OFFICE AT
(734) 850-2200
BBA Calendar
of
UPCOMING
EVENTS
MARCH
3 – Dinner Meeting @
Forestview Lanes
(Nomination of Officers).......6 PM
12 & 13 – BBA Trade Fair
24 – Board Meeting................. 7:30 AM
APRIL
14 – Dinner Meeting @
Bedford Diner.......................6 PM
28 – Board Meeting................. 7:30 AM
MAY
12 – Dinner Meeting @ Hickory Ridge
Scholarship Awardees.........6 PM
21 – BBA Golf Outing.............. 7:30 AM
26 – Board Meeting................. 7:30 AM
JUNE
9 – Year-End Family Picnic with
Installation of Officers..........6 PM
18 – BBA Color Run
23 – Board Meeting................. 7:30 AM
Dates and times subject to change.
Please call the BBA office or check the
websitefor any changes or updates.
Bedford Business Association
EXECUTIVE
BOARD
President........................................ Jan Howard
Howard's Meats, JHoward Electric
1st Vice President..................Dr. James Hardie
Pinnacle Eye Group
2nd Vice President...............Jessica Thompson
Farm Bureau Insurance
3rd Vice President...................... T. C. Clements
Premier Cruise Planners
Secretary...................................Cheryl Hoffman
Bedford Wellness Pharmacy
Treasurer...................................... Michelle Rice
Monroe Bank & Trust
Trustee.............................. Mary Glover-Booher
Salvation Army
Trustee...........................................Matt Francis
Francis Auto Detailing
Trustee.........................................Greg LaScala
LaScala IT Solutions, Inc.
Trustee.............................................Mike Thorn
Mike’s Southwest Grill
Trustee......................................... Carol Lutman
H.E.L.P. Printers, Inc.
Trustee............................................. Dan Martin
Above & Beyond Service & Repair
Trustee.......................................... Teri Pinkston
Bloom Salon & Spa
Trustee......................................Melissa Shaffer
Athletico Physical Therapy
Advisory Board........................... Karen Daggett
Bedford Press, Inc. & Printing
Advisory Board.......................... Wendy DeBord
Lambertville Orthodontics
Advisory Board................................. Linda Flick
Flick’s Package Liquor, Inc.
BBA Office Secretary............... Kelsey Hoffman
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Small Bet, Big Return.
Buy Bedford Always!
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would like to place your business card
ad in “Bits & Pieces” please email your
information to the BBA office at
[email protected] or fax it to (734) 850-2201.
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Past Presidents............................Laura Collins,
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Wendy DeBord, Lambertville Orthodontics
Marty Monroe, Affordable Accounting
Bill Urbanski, Bedford Funeral Chapel
Brian Huner, Tom Huner Builder
Brad LaVoy, Bradʼs Driveway Sealing & Septic
Walt Wilburn, Waltʼs Heating & A/C Service
Eddie Talley, Krueger Harvey Insurance
Karen Daggett, Bedford Press, Inc. & Printing
Wayne Pavlika, Wayne Pavlika Builders
Norb Abel, Olde Schoolhouse Commons
Linda Flick-Lazaris, Flickʼs Package Liquor
Mary Ann McBee, State Farm Insurance
Patricia Vozobule
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Steak Dinner Only - $30/Person
To Register or
For More Information
Call BBA Office:
(734) 850-2200
or register online
[email protected]
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foursome? We can put one
together for you.
Proceeds Benefit the BBA Scholarship Fund
and the Monroe County
EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY RENEWAL
May 3, 2016 Election Facts
Since 1997, the county wide technology millage has provided significant
opportunities for students across Monroe County. It has had a direct impact
on the teaching and learning going on in our classrooms at Bedford Public Schools.
This millage is up for renewal on Tuesday, May 3, 2016.
Purchase of
Chromebooks/cases/
licensing for 1:1 Learning
Initiative program in
5 grade levels
Complete expansion of 1:1
Learning Initiative into High
School; Grades 3-12 complete
by 2017-18; Begin replacement
cycle of aging Chromebook
inventory
Interactive projectors
installed in Bedford’s K-8
classrooms and core
classrooms at Bedford
High School.
Pilot classroom sets of tablets
at K-2 level
Begin replacement of aging
classroom projectors as needed
Online instructional tools,
subscriptions for students
Finish classroom PC replacement
with Chromeboxes
Begin classroom
computer replacements
with Chromeboxes in
2016-17
Wireless system capacity upgrade
Implement Schoology
Learning Management System
for grades 7-12
Teacher laptop upgrades
Continue online instructional
tools, subscriptions for students
Building computer lab
upgrades
Teacher laptop upgrades
Infrastructure upgrades:
servers, wifi, switches
Budgeting for core switch
replacement expense
HOW IT BENEFITS KIDS:
In an increasingly competitive world,
technology use equips students with lifelong skills
that give them many competitive advantages:
Members of the Class of 2028
On Digital Assessments
In College Applications
In the Job Market For Career Advancements
MAKE A NOTE
TO VOTE
MAY 3RD!
Last day to
register to vote in
this election is April 4th.
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