Judy Crockett
Judy Crockett
Monday, August 17, 2009
IPR Fund Raiser in Manistee Tuesday Aug 18th
Interlochen Public Radio fund raiser tomorrow - Tuesday August 18th at 444 Third Street Manistee 6-7:30 pm to support the expansion of news coverage from Manistee and Ludington area - - learn more - stop by - - everyone invited. Hope to have the new Manistee area tower up and running by the end of the year.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Zonta "AugustFest" Sunday August 2
Contact:
Sue Ann Schnitker
Cartier Mansion
409 E. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI 49431
231-843-0101
garyandsueann@charter.net
The Zonta Club of Ludington Area will hold its annual fundraiser Sunday, August 2, 2009, 3:00-5:00 pm at Cartier Mansion (409 E. Ludington Avenue). This year’s fund-raising theme is “AUGUST FEST” and will feature beer and wine from northern Michigan breweries and vineyards. All beverages are available for purchase on site. Attendees may sample locally made brats and cheese. Original Clark E. Blanchard’s watercolor paintings of Ludington will be on display.
Pre-event tickets are $20.00 and can be purchased at Cartier Mansion, Northside Market or from a Zonta member. Ticket sales are limited and if available can also be purchased at the door the day of the event for $25.00.
Proceeds will support the following local Zonta service projects throughout the year: 2 WSCC scholarships, NASA Space Camp scholarship, WSCC Women’s Center, Jericho House, COVE, West Shore Pregnancy Care Center, Retired Women’s Reception and Petunias-On-Parade.
Sue Ann Schnitker
Cartier Mansion
409 E. Ludington Ave.
Ludington, MI 49431
231-843-0101
garyandsueann@charter.net
The Zonta Club of Ludington Area will hold its annual fundraiser Sunday, August 2, 2009, 3:00-5:00 pm at Cartier Mansion (409 E. Ludington Avenue). This year’s fund-raising theme is “AUGUST FEST” and will feature beer and wine from northern Michigan breweries and vineyards. All beverages are available for purchase on site. Attendees may sample locally made brats and cheese. Original Clark E. Blanchard’s watercolor paintings of Ludington will be on display.
Pre-event tickets are $20.00 and can be purchased at Cartier Mansion, Northside Market or from a Zonta member. Ticket sales are limited and if available can also be purchased at the door the day of the event for $25.00.
Proceeds will support the following local Zonta service projects throughout the year: 2 WSCC scholarships, NASA Space Camp scholarship, WSCC Women’s Center, Jericho House, COVE, West Shore Pregnancy Care Center, Retired Women’s Reception and Petunias-On-Parade.
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
A COLLABORATIVE EFFORT - ARRA FUNDS
MANISTEE - - - Local health and human service agencies in Manistee County recently got together to consider a Homeless Prevention and Rapid Rehousing Program grant opportunity. American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 dollars are available to Manistee County through the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA).
"This will be a true collaborative effort," said Judy Crockett, Coordinator of the Manistee County Human Services Collaborative Body (HSCB). "We do not have a single agency in a position to apply for and administer this grant. Our agencies have come together to share in the responsibility."
The grant can bring in $65,000 of ARRA stimulus dollars to help prevent homelessness in Manistee County. Throughout Michigan, communities including Manistee County are committed to ending homelessness in ten years. This funding holds the promise of being the catalyst to support the creation of new programs to address homelessness through prevention and rapid rehousing which will result in a significant decrease in shelter usage.
Members of Manistee County's Continuum of Care housing group will write the grant and provide the case management to individuals who are served through this program. If awarded, the grant will provide dollars over two years.
The Manistee County HSCB is dedicated to improving the quality of life of our communities by maximizing collaboration, mobilizing support, and providing leadership in identifying community needs and seeking creative, dynamic, efficient and effective solutions. For more information contact the HSCB at hscbmanistee@gmail.com.
"This will be a true collaborative effort," said Judy Crockett, Coordinator of the Manistee County Human Services Collaborative Body (HSCB). "We do not have a single agency in a position to apply for and administer this grant. Our agencies have come together to share in the responsibility."
The grant can bring in $65,000 of ARRA stimulus dollars to help prevent homelessness in Manistee County. Throughout Michigan, communities including Manistee County are committed to ending homelessness in ten years. This funding holds the promise of being the catalyst to support the creation of new programs to address homelessness through prevention and rapid rehousing which will result in a significant decrease in shelter usage.
Members of Manistee County's Continuum of Care housing group will write the grant and provide the case management to individuals who are served through this program. If awarded, the grant will provide dollars over two years.
The Manistee County HSCB is dedicated to improving the quality of life of our communities by maximizing collaboration, mobilizing support, and providing leadership in identifying community needs and seeking creative, dynamic, efficient and effective solutions. For more information contact the HSCB at hscbmanistee@gmail.com.
Poverty Reduction Awareness Week Set
MANISTEE - - - The Poverty Reduction Movement Ad-hoc committee of the Manistee County Human Services Collaborative Body (HSCB) has established the week of October 4th through the 11th as Poverty Reduction Awareness Week. The theme for the week is "In Their Shoes -- Helping Others - Helping Ourselves".
The Movement will kick-off in area churches Sunday, October 4th. Crop Walk will take place later that day. There will be a host of activities during the week including a Take Back the Night walk, a free community table dinner, a homeless overnight simulation for youth, home repair projects, The Salvation Army winter coat drive, the United Way of Manistee County campaign, and more. The week will close in area churches on Thanksgiving Sunday, October 11th, when church communities are asked to give thanks for what we each have, and thanks for all that we share.
“The movement is an attempt to change the language and perception of poverty in our midst and to educate our local community about the impact of poverty,” said Jim Scranton, Chair of the PRM ad-hoc committee. “We will participate in a continuing dialog and brainstorm ideas for addressing community needs and implementing solutions that reduce poverty rates, build understanding, and improve efficiencies right here in Manistee County.”
The PRM committee is made up of individuals representing area agencies, consumers, churches, and governmental bodies. The formation of the steering committee was the direct result of a statewide November Poverty Summit in Detroit called "Voices for Action" and a two-day region-wide conference held in May in Traverse City featuring Donna Beegle, an authority on poverty.
As Manistee County moves forward to reduce poverty among our neighbors, the HSCB's PRM committee will plan action steps for educating the community and to learn more about what is going on in our community. The committee will work to be sure we have authentic opportunities to help people through awareness week activities.
"We will put a face on poverty in Manistee County," said Scranton. "We have a story to tell, and the main characters are our friends and neighbors right here in Manistee County. For this event, we are looking for community service organizations, churches, governmental bodies, businesses, and individuals to host projects and activities that call awareness to issues of poverty in our communities, or that assist those in need."
The Manistee County HSCB is dedicated to improving the quality of life in our communities by maximizing collaboration, mobilizing support, and providing leadership in identifying community needs and seeking creative, dynamic, efficient and effective solutions. For more information contact the HSCB at hscbmanistee@gmail.com.
For more information about awareness week or to host an event, contact Judy Crockett at the Manistee County Human Services Collaborative Body at hscbmanistee@gmail.com Learn more about the HSCB on their blog at http:// manisteecountyhscb. blogspot.com If you need community resources, call Manistee County 2-1-1 at 1-877-211-5253.
The Movement will kick-off in area churches Sunday, October 4th. Crop Walk will take place later that day. There will be a host of activities during the week including a Take Back the Night walk, a free community table dinner, a homeless overnight simulation for youth, home repair projects, The Salvation Army winter coat drive, the United Way of Manistee County campaign, and more. The week will close in area churches on Thanksgiving Sunday, October 11th, when church communities are asked to give thanks for what we each have, and thanks for all that we share.
“The movement is an attempt to change the language and perception of poverty in our midst and to educate our local community about the impact of poverty,” said Jim Scranton, Chair of the PRM ad-hoc committee. “We will participate in a continuing dialog and brainstorm ideas for addressing community needs and implementing solutions that reduce poverty rates, build understanding, and improve efficiencies right here in Manistee County.”
The PRM committee is made up of individuals representing area agencies, consumers, churches, and governmental bodies. The formation of the steering committee was the direct result of a statewide November Poverty Summit in Detroit called "Voices for Action" and a two-day region-wide conference held in May in Traverse City featuring Donna Beegle, an authority on poverty.
As Manistee County moves forward to reduce poverty among our neighbors, the HSCB's PRM committee will plan action steps for educating the community and to learn more about what is going on in our community. The committee will work to be sure we have authentic opportunities to help people through awareness week activities.
"We will put a face on poverty in Manistee County," said Scranton. "We have a story to tell, and the main characters are our friends and neighbors right here in Manistee County. For this event, we are looking for community service organizations, churches, governmental bodies, businesses, and individuals to host projects and activities that call awareness to issues of poverty in our communities, or that assist those in need."
The Manistee County HSCB is dedicated to improving the quality of life in our communities by maximizing collaboration, mobilizing support, and providing leadership in identifying community needs and seeking creative, dynamic, efficient and effective solutions. For more information contact the HSCB at hscbmanistee@gmail.com.
For more information about awareness week or to host an event, contact Judy Crockett at the Manistee County Human Services Collaborative Body at hscbmanistee@gmail.com Learn more about the HSCB on their blog at http:// manisteecountyhscb. blogspot.com If you need community resources, call Manistee County 2-1-1 at 1-877-211-5253.
Golfing for a Cure Benefits Local Agency
MANISTEE - - - Manistee National Golf and Resort recently hosted the annual Rally for a Cure Women's Invitation golf outing that raised dollars for the Susan G. Koman Foundation for breast cancer research and locally supported CHOICES of Manistee County, the domestic violence shelter. The Foundation will receive $1,200 and CHOICES received nearly $1,700 in the July 10th event.
"This annual event continues to grow in popularity," said Judy Crockett, Coordinator of the Manistee County Human Services Collaborative Body (HSCB) who co-chaired the local portion of the event with Jo Hall, store manager at The Salvation Army. "We had more golfers, more sponsors, and raised more dollars that we ever have with this event. Golfers continue to tell us how much they enjoy the interaction they have with sponsors on each hole. It is something that is unique to our event."
Golfers had the opportunity along the way to taste local sweet cherries provided by Countryside Painting, get a free copy of Women's Lifestyle Magazine, enjoy treats from The Salvation Army, get a free one-day membership to West Shore Health Connections by making a pledge to Manistee County 2-1-1, get a water bottle or golf towel from Mary Sturdevant State Farm Agency, to win a botox treatment from the Laser Institute of West Michigan, and even to win a Kohler toilet on "Hole Number 2" from Kendra Thompson Architects.
"Manistee National has been generous in allowing us to partner with them at this growing event to benefit a local agency that assists women and families," said Crockett. "It is so much fun to work with these generous golfers and sponsors and benefit an organization locally that does so much."
In receiving the check, Jackie Kiszlik, Director of CHOICES thanked the golfers and asked them to think about what it would be like to invite 15 or 16 family members home for Thanksgiving Dinner, and then to have them stay for a full year. That, she said, it what it is like everyday at CHOICES. She noted the domestic violence shelter has been operating at full capacity for a long time.
CHOICES is a member of the The Manistee County HSCB. The HSCB is dedicated to improving the quality of life in our communities by maximizing collaboration, mobilizing support, and providing leadership in identifying community needs and seeking creative, dynamic, efficient and effective solutions. For more information contact the HSCB at hscbmanistee@gmail.com.
"This annual event continues to grow in popularity," said Judy Crockett, Coordinator of the Manistee County Human Services Collaborative Body (HSCB) who co-chaired the local portion of the event with Jo Hall, store manager at The Salvation Army. "We had more golfers, more sponsors, and raised more dollars that we ever have with this event. Golfers continue to tell us how much they enjoy the interaction they have with sponsors on each hole. It is something that is unique to our event."
Golfers had the opportunity along the way to taste local sweet cherries provided by Countryside Painting, get a free copy of Women's Lifestyle Magazine, enjoy treats from The Salvation Army, get a free one-day membership to West Shore Health Connections by making a pledge to Manistee County 2-1-1, get a water bottle or golf towel from Mary Sturdevant State Farm Agency, to win a botox treatment from the Laser Institute of West Michigan, and even to win a Kohler toilet on "Hole Number 2" from Kendra Thompson Architects.
"Manistee National has been generous in allowing us to partner with them at this growing event to benefit a local agency that assists women and families," said Crockett. "It is so much fun to work with these generous golfers and sponsors and benefit an organization locally that does so much."
In receiving the check, Jackie Kiszlik, Director of CHOICES thanked the golfers and asked them to think about what it would be like to invite 15 or 16 family members home for Thanksgiving Dinner, and then to have them stay for a full year. That, she said, it what it is like everyday at CHOICES. She noted the domestic violence shelter has been operating at full capacity for a long time.
CHOICES is a member of the The Manistee County HSCB. The HSCB is dedicated to improving the quality of life in our communities by maximizing collaboration, mobilizing support, and providing leadership in identifying community needs and seeking creative, dynamic, efficient and effective solutions. For more information contact the HSCB at hscbmanistee@gmail.com.
Tuesday, June 02, 2009
Benefit Rummage Sale June 26 - 27
Love, INC along with MACC - the Manistee Area Community Clinic is hosting a rummage sale June 26th from 9:00am - 6:00pm and June 27th from 9:00am - 3:00pm - - rain or shine - - at the Briny Building at 50 Filer Street in Manistee. All proceeds will benefit the ministries of the Manistee Area Community Clinic and Love INC of Manistee.
Drop off donations at the Briny Building: June 4th 1-4pm; June 12th 3-7pm, or June 23 & 24th 1-7pm.
Call Love INC at 231-723-6613 to arrange pick up of larger items. Donations in good condition are tax-deductible.
Thank you for supporting our local agencies working to build capacity and improve the quality of life for all individuals in Manistee County.
These agencies are members of the Manistee County Human Services Collaborative Body (HSCB).
Drop off donations at the Briny Building: June 4th 1-4pm; June 12th 3-7pm, or June 23 & 24th 1-7pm.
Call Love INC at 231-723-6613 to arrange pick up of larger items. Donations in good condition are tax-deductible.
Thank you for supporting our local agencies working to build capacity and improve the quality of life for all individuals in Manistee County.
These agencies are members of the Manistee County Human Services Collaborative Body (HSCB).
Afternoon Tea at Bear Lake Manor
The Bear Lake Manor Bed and Breakfast located at 7812 Main Street in Bear Lake is hosting afternoon teas each month through December. Tours of the 106 year old home will be available for those interested. Private teas are also available for individuals and groups.
Cost per event is $15 per person. They are schedule from 3-5pm. Attendees will also receive a 50% off coupon for any one item at J.J. Witty's - -downtown Bear Lake, ($50 maximum)
Call for information and reservations: 231-864-2242
Tea Dates: Wed. June 3rd; July 1st; Aug. 5th; Sept. 2nd; Oct. 7th; Nov. 4th; Dec. 2nd.
Cost per event is $15 per person. They are schedule from 3-5pm. Attendees will also receive a 50% off coupon for any one item at J.J. Witty's - -downtown Bear Lake, ($50 maximum)
Call for information and reservations: 231-864-2242
Tea Dates: Wed. June 3rd; July 1st; Aug. 5th; Sept. 2nd; Oct. 7th; Nov. 4th; Dec. 2nd.
Monday, June 01, 2009
Free College Credits and Mentoring Training
FREE MENTOR TRAINING: Receive mentor training and three free WSCC college credits by participating in an 8-week course covering active listening, goal setting, community resources, boundaries, learning styles, and social class. Part of the efforts underway in Manistee County to Reduce Poverty and End Homelessness. Contact Susan Mencarelli 231-723-6597 for more information. Training begins week of June 1, 2009.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
SBA America's Recovery Capital Loans Available June 15, 2009
SBA America's Recovery Capital Loans available June 15, 2009! Contact your Local Lenders for assistance.Small businesses suffering financial hardship as a result of the slow economy may be eligible to receive temporary relief to keep their doors open and get their cash flow back on track through to a new loan program announced by SBA. Beginning on June 15, SBA will start guaranteeing America’s Recovery Capital (ARC) loans. ARC loans are deferred-payment loans of up to $35,000 available to established, viable, for-profit small businesses that need short-term help to make their principal and interest payments on existing qualifying debt. ARC loans are interest-free to the borrower, 100 percent guaranteed by the SBA to Bank Lenders, and have no SBA fees associated with them. (Courtesy of MI-SBTDC) SBA America’s Recovery Capital Loan Information: http://www.sba.gov/recovery/arcloanprogram/index.html Lender-specific Information at: http://www.sba.gov/idc/groups/public/documents/sba_homepage/sba_rcvry_act_arc_lnderloans.pdf
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Dress For Success Seminar May 20th
You’re Invited To Our
BUSINESS ETIQUETTE SEMINAR
This is a FREE SEMINAR offered by the Sandy Shores Chapter of the
International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)
along with the Mason County SCORE Chapter.
DRESS SUCCESS for
• Appropriate dress
• Using the correct handshake and why
• Eye contact
• Introductions
• Vocabulary
• Telephone etiquette
• Social efficiency
• Avoiding and handling faux paux
• Settings and culture in workplace
• Fabrics and care of them
• Shoes
• Amazing wardrobe on a small budget
• Choosing a base color
• Wardrobe selection
• Dressing to advance
• Appropriate hair color etc.
Professionals Judy Stouder and Carole Christofferson
will present office etiquette, proper dress and
grooming for the workplace!
This seminar is open to all who are
interested in getting ahead in the workplace!
Wednesday, May 20th, 2009 • 6:00 p.m.
Ludington Area Chamber of Commerce
US 10 at the Ludington Airport
$5 non-member fee • Chamber & IAAP Members free.
Please RSVP to Laura Nowsch at (231)845-0324 or lauran@ludington.org
BUSINESS ETIQUETTE SEMINAR
This is a FREE SEMINAR offered by the Sandy Shores Chapter of the
International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)
along with the Mason County SCORE Chapter.
DRESS SUCCESS for
• Appropriate dress
• Using the correct handshake and why
• Eye contact
• Introductions
• Vocabulary
• Telephone etiquette
• Social efficiency
• Avoiding and handling faux paux
• Settings and culture in workplace
• Fabrics and care of them
• Shoes
• Amazing wardrobe on a small budget
• Choosing a base color
• Wardrobe selection
• Dressing to advance
• Appropriate hair color etc.
Professionals Judy Stouder and Carole Christofferson
will present office etiquette, proper dress and
grooming for the workplace!
This seminar is open to all who are
interested in getting ahead in the workplace!
Wednesday, May 20th, 2009 • 6:00 p.m.
Ludington Area Chamber of Commerce
US 10 at the Ludington Airport
$5 non-member fee • Chamber & IAAP Members free.
Please RSVP to Laura Nowsch at (231)845-0324 or lauran@ludington.org
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Healthy Active Manistee Week!
Please check out the City of Manistee website and the schedule of events for H.A.M. it UP week. The week is full of free or nearly free activities designed to showcase the City ammenities and get yourselves motivated to get up and out and active. The kick off is a 5K this Saturday, May 16, 2009 at Lion's Pavillion, First Street beach. For more info stop by or call Zeller and Johnson Chiropractic, 1109 (US-31) Mansitee, 231.723.3144. Spread the word!
www.ci.manistee.mi.us
www.ci.manistee.mi.us
Book Signing May 15th with Pauline Jaquish
You are invited to meet the author of UNCOMMON SENSE by PAULINE JAQUISH at a BOOK SIGNING FRIDAY, MAY 15 4-7 P.M. at APPLE HILL CREATIONS DOWNTOWN BEAR LAKE
What the readers are saying:
PJ…. If ANYONE could turn out a book like Pondering with PJ, it would have to be some nut like you!!! May your retirement fund grow….and when you get to be REALLY famous…don’t forget the small fry! JB, Big Rapids
PJ..I really enjoy your articles in the News Advocate….my aunt enjoys your articles too so I think your book would be a great birthday gift for her. SE, Manistee
PJ…Thank you for all the happy moments you bring to the lives of others. God Bless You. DR, Ludington
What the readers are saying:
PJ…. If ANYONE could turn out a book like Pondering with PJ, it would have to be some nut like you!!! May your retirement fund grow….and when you get to be REALLY famous…don’t forget the small fry! JB, Big Rapids
PJ..I really enjoy your articles in the News Advocate….my aunt enjoys your articles too so I think your book would be a great birthday gift for her. SE, Manistee
PJ…Thank you for all the happy moments you bring to the lives of others. God Bless You. DR, Ludington
Rally for a Cure July 10
The date is set. Friday July 10th is the day set for Rally for a Cure - - at Manistee National Golf and Resort. This year, our efforts will benefit CHOICES of Manistee County along with the Susan G. Koman Foundation. Jo Hall is the coordinator of the event. Thanks to Ian Ziska at Manistee National, we will hold both a 9 -hole and an 18-hole event followed by dinner. Hole Sponsorships are still available but filling up fast. So Mark Your Calendars and get your game on. A fun day is in store with lots of prizes and we'll be supporting a great organization that serves the needs of many women, children and families in Manistee County. Contact Jo Hall at the Salvation Army Thrift Store for sponsorship information. Golf Registration will take place at Manistee National. See you on the 10th of July! Come Rally for a Cure.
Monday, May 11, 2009
Dan Scripps Supports Equal Pay
Scripps: Equal Pay for Equal Work Protects Michigan Families
Lawmaker targets fair and equal pay, calls for end to wage discrimination
— April 28, 2009
LANSING – Standing alongside groups fighting to end wage discrimination, State Representative Dan Scripps (D-Leland) backed legislation introduced today to create new legal avenues and provide tougher penalties for employers that engage in this practice. Scripps was joined by advocates of pay equity in recognition of Equal Pay Day.
"It's time that Michigan ends this discriminatory practice and finally act on the promise of equal pay for equal work," Scripps said. "With so many families struggling to make ends meet in this economy, we can't afford to have some of our friends and neighbors fall behind because of our unfortunate history of inequality that has forced too many women to be paid like second-class citizens. This plan will force employers to look only at the merits of an employee when deciding a fair and equitable wage."
According to the American Association of University Women (AAUW), Michigan is ranked 44th in the nation for wage parity between men and women. Women working in Michigan are paid 71 cents for every $1 men make. This puts Michigan far behind the national gender pay gap of 78 cents per dollar.
Last year, the Senate blocked a similar House plan that would have established new penalties for wage discrimination and created new legal avenues to pursue those who discriminate and deprive employees of their right to fair wages. Under the plan introduced today, failing to provide equal compensation for work of comparable value will be a violation of the state's Elliot-Larsen Civil Rights Act. Under the plan, gender-based pay discrimination would be a misdemeanor, with employers facing up to $2,000 or up to 90 days in jail for not complying. Employers guilty of a third violation would face fines up to $15,000.
"It is shameful that Michigan has lagged so far behind in dealing with the issue of wage discrimination," Scripps said. "Michigan families, many of whom rely on a woman's income, deserve better. By addressing this issue now, we can help families across Michigan who have been hurt by this unfair and arbitrary pay gap."
Groups gathering alongside the lawmakers included: the AAUW, Business and Professional Women, WomenWork!, National Organization for Women, Pay Equity Network, League of Women Voters, Michigan Women's Commission and others.
Lawmaker targets fair and equal pay, calls for end to wage discrimination
— April 28, 2009
LANSING – Standing alongside groups fighting to end wage discrimination, State Representative Dan Scripps (D-Leland) backed legislation introduced today to create new legal avenues and provide tougher penalties for employers that engage in this practice. Scripps was joined by advocates of pay equity in recognition of Equal Pay Day.
"It's time that Michigan ends this discriminatory practice and finally act on the promise of equal pay for equal work," Scripps said. "With so many families struggling to make ends meet in this economy, we can't afford to have some of our friends and neighbors fall behind because of our unfortunate history of inequality that has forced too many women to be paid like second-class citizens. This plan will force employers to look only at the merits of an employee when deciding a fair and equitable wage."
According to the American Association of University Women (AAUW), Michigan is ranked 44th in the nation for wage parity between men and women. Women working in Michigan are paid 71 cents for every $1 men make. This puts Michigan far behind the national gender pay gap of 78 cents per dollar.
Last year, the Senate blocked a similar House plan that would have established new penalties for wage discrimination and created new legal avenues to pursue those who discriminate and deprive employees of their right to fair wages. Under the plan introduced today, failing to provide equal compensation for work of comparable value will be a violation of the state's Elliot-Larsen Civil Rights Act. Under the plan, gender-based pay discrimination would be a misdemeanor, with employers facing up to $2,000 or up to 90 days in jail for not complying. Employers guilty of a third violation would face fines up to $15,000.
"It is shameful that Michigan has lagged so far behind in dealing with the issue of wage discrimination," Scripps said. "Michigan families, many of whom rely on a woman's income, deserve better. By addressing this issue now, we can help families across Michigan who have been hurt by this unfair and arbitrary pay gap."
Groups gathering alongside the lawmakers included: the AAUW, Business and Professional Women, WomenWork!, National Organization for Women, Pay Equity Network, League of Women Voters, Michigan Women's Commission and others.
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Uncommon Sense - - by Local Author Pauline Jaquish Now Available
Pauline Jaquish <pj646@centurytel.net>
Tue, Apr 28, 2009 at 9:28 PM
Uncommon Sense Has Arrived!
UNCOMMON SENSE -- HOT OFF THE PRESS
For those of you who pre-ordered copies of "Uncommon Sense" and need them before Mother's Day, I will have them available at Bear Lake After Hours from 5 to 7 p.m. this Thursday at the Bear Lake Bar & Restaurant. There will be a Book Signing at Apple Hill Creations, downtown Bear Lake, on Friday, May 15, 4 to 7 p.m.
Books are also available at Ringel Real Estate, 318 Parkdale Ave., Manistee on Mondays 1-5 p.m. and Tuesday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The price.....$9.43 plus the Governor....10 Bucks!
"Uncommon Sense" is a short book with humorous short stories, true and extremely exaggerated. Just what the Doctor ordered!
Thank you for contributing to my retirement fund!
Pauline Jaquish
Tue, Apr 28, 2009 at 9:28 PM
Uncommon Sense Has Arrived!
UNCOMMON SENSE -- HOT OFF THE PRESS
For those of you who pre-ordered copies of "Uncommon Sense" and need them before Mother's Day, I will have them available at Bear Lake After Hours from 5 to 7 p.m. this Thursday at the Bear Lake Bar & Restaurant. There will be a Book Signing at Apple Hill Creations, downtown Bear Lake, on Friday, May 15, 4 to 7 p.m.
Books are also available at Ringel Real Estate, 318 Parkdale Ave., Manistee on Mondays 1-5 p.m. and Tuesday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The price.....$9.43 plus the Governor....10 Bucks!
"Uncommon Sense" is a short book with humorous short stories, true and extremely exaggerated. Just what the Doctor ordered!
Thank you for contributing to my retirement fund!
Pauline Jaquish
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
LWV Updates and Upcoming Events...read on!
1. A reminder to all those who have voiced their opinion that County meetings should be held in the evening to be accessible to all working citizens: to show your support, please plan on attending the April 28, 2009 Regular County Commission meeting, Third Street, Manistee County building- as this meeting is being held at 6pm as a trial to indicate future attendance.
2. Manistee County has announced May 14, 8.30 am - 4 pm as the date of the next Regional Summit. Location Kaleva VFW, 13300 Nine Mile Road, Kaleva.
Reservations are due by May 7, cost is $15 to cover lunch which can be paid on the day but please send registrant details to: Regional Summit, Attn: Tom Kaminski, Manistee County, 415 Third Street, Manistee, MI 49660
Topics to be covered: From Senator Levin's Office - an overview of the Stimulus package From Senator Stabenow's Office - an overview of opportunities in the "Green Economy." Mary Pitcher - Alliance For Economic Success - Countywide Recycling Brian Piccolo - DNR - Phragmites invasive species impact Regional Goal setting.
3. May 3 - 8 is National County Government Week
Wednesday, May 6. 7:00A.M.to Noon-Tours at the Road Commission
Wednesday, May 6. 1:00P.M. Historical Tour at the Courthouse with Steve Harold
Thursday, May 7. 9:00 A.M.to Noon-OpenHouse at the Sheriff's Office
Friday, May 8. 1:00P.M.-Historical Tour at the Courthouse with Steve Harold
Friday, May 8. 3:00P.M.-Coffee Hour with Rep. Dan Scripps at the Courthouse
ALLWEEK* Children can decorate a paper flower for the wall garden at the Library and be entered into a drawing for a book. The Library will also feature a display of green themed books.* The Courthouse will be a household battery recycling drop-off location.
* Free Energy Star and recycling information available at the Courthouse.*
Food Drive for the Salvation Army throughout the week at the Courthouse. 415 Third Street Manistee, MI 49660231-398-3500
Manistee County Road Commission8946 Chippewa Highway. Bear Lake,MI 49614231-889-0000
Manistee County Sheriff's Office 1525 East Parkdale Avenue. Manistee,MI 49660231-723-8393
Manistee County Library 95 MapleStreet Manistee,MI 49660231-723-2519
League of Women Voters Manistee County created this e_list as a means to create a grass roots information network to ensure timely notice of upcoming events, activities and meetings which deal with local government in Manistee County.
If you have a meeting set that you would like to publicize you can either email us for inclusion here or post the announcement on the League's Moderated Blog at http://manisteecountylwv.wordpress.com
The Blog has an RSS feed for you to subscribe to updates. Please feel free to add a link to your web site, Blog or Twitter account - we firmly believe in the power of 'word of mouth'!! Sign up and you will receive an automatic email notice when something has been added or changed.
Membership is encouraged, but not required, to attend or participate in any public League event. A LWV Manistee County Membership form is available on the web site - we also encourage local supporting members at any rate of contribution. (Such contributions are non-voting.)
The purpose of the League of Women Voters is to encourage citizen participation in local government and to provide a forum where citizens can become better informed about local, state and national issues which affect their daily lives - and get involved!Our firm belief is that there are many ways to be inclusive and build a community.
Dendra J. Best. PresidentLeague of Women Voters Manistee CountyWe Grow Democracy One Vote At A Time!PO Box 320, Bear Lake, MI 49614-0320(231)864-2686www.lwvmanisteecounty.org
2. Manistee County has announced May 14, 8.30 am - 4 pm as the date of the next Regional Summit. Location Kaleva VFW, 13300 Nine Mile Road, Kaleva.
Reservations are due by May 7, cost is $15 to cover lunch which can be paid on the day but please send registrant details to: Regional Summit, Attn: Tom Kaminski, Manistee County, 415 Third Street, Manistee, MI 49660
Topics to be covered: From Senator Levin's Office - an overview of the Stimulus package From Senator Stabenow's Office - an overview of opportunities in the "Green Economy." Mary Pitcher - Alliance For Economic Success - Countywide Recycling Brian Piccolo - DNR - Phragmites invasive species impact Regional Goal setting.
3. May 3 - 8 is National County Government Week
Wednesday, May 6. 7:00A.M.to Noon-Tours at the Road Commission
Wednesday, May 6. 1:00P.M. Historical Tour at the Courthouse with Steve Harold
Thursday, May 7. 9:00 A.M.to Noon-OpenHouse at the Sheriff's Office
Friday, May 8. 1:00P.M.-Historical Tour at the Courthouse with Steve Harold
Friday, May 8. 3:00P.M.-Coffee Hour with Rep. Dan Scripps at the Courthouse
ALLWEEK* Children can decorate a paper flower for the wall garden at the Library and be entered into a drawing for a book. The Library will also feature a display of green themed books.* The Courthouse will be a household battery recycling drop-off location.
* Free Energy Star and recycling information available at the Courthouse.*
Food Drive for the Salvation Army throughout the week at the Courthouse. 415 Third Street Manistee, MI 49660231-398-3500
Manistee County Road Commission8946 Chippewa Highway. Bear Lake,MI 49614231-889-0000
Manistee County Sheriff's Office 1525 East Parkdale Avenue. Manistee,MI 49660231-723-8393
Manistee County Library 95 MapleStreet Manistee,MI 49660231-723-2519
League of Women Voters Manistee County created this e_list as a means to create a grass roots information network to ensure timely notice of upcoming events, activities and meetings which deal with local government in Manistee County.
If you have a meeting set that you would like to publicize you can either email us for inclusion here or post the announcement on the League's Moderated Blog at http://manisteecountylwv.wordpress.com
The Blog has an RSS feed for you to subscribe to updates. Please feel free to add a link to your web site, Blog or Twitter account - we firmly believe in the power of 'word of mouth'!! Sign up and you will receive an automatic email notice when something has been added or changed.
Membership is encouraged, but not required, to attend or participate in any public League event. A LWV Manistee County Membership form is available on the web site - we also encourage local supporting members at any rate of contribution. (Such contributions are non-voting.)
The purpose of the League of Women Voters is to encourage citizen participation in local government and to provide a forum where citizens can become better informed about local, state and national issues which affect their daily lives - and get involved!Our firm belief is that there are many ways to be inclusive and build a community.
Dendra J. Best. PresidentLeague of Women Voters Manistee CountyWe Grow Democracy One Vote At A Time!PO Box 320, Bear Lake, MI 49614-0320(231)864-2686www.lwvmanisteecounty.org
Friday, April 24, 2009
Carol Atkins' Book Featured at NOW Conference
Book will be on display at the Michigan NOW Conference at OCC Orchard Ridge in Farmington Hills April 25
The Trouble with Turtles
by Carol Atkins
". . .I make decisions every day, and sometimes they are life-changing decisions. Like the time I decided to be arrested." from The Trouble with Turtles
A wise and witty memoir spanning 50 years by a veteran columnist and noted feminist. Author Carol Atkins, 85, is a member of AAUW Manistee Branch and a Michigan Women's Hall of Fame Inductee (2008). The Trouble with Turtles
ISBN 978-0-9718214-6-0
136 pages
Softcover
5.5 x 7.75 $15.95
Also on Amazon.com
Contact H. Buchanan, (313) 515-8122, aquariuspress@sbcglobal.net, www.aquariuspressbookseller.net
ORDER DIRECT AND GET THE NOW CONFERENCE SPECIAL PRICE: $14.00 (THRU 4-30-09)
"Pajama Days" Excerpt from The Trouble with Turtles © 2008 by Carol Atkins Every so often I have to sit myself down and have one of those dreaded "little talks." You know the kind I mean. It's when you say to yourself (in a tone of voice that you swore you would never use with your children, but did) - "You can do better than this. Surely, after all these years, you can manage your life better than this! Here you've gotten yourself into yet another mess, when you know perfectly well you can't do all that you have promised to do."
This time, even all my brand new excuses failed to convince me that I have any valid excuse whatsoever. After all, the word "no" is one of the shortest and most effective words in the English language and you'd think that by now I would have learned to use it. Especially since we have added two words to it which make it polite, and therefore socially acceptable. Those two words, in case you are not following my meanderings, are "thank you."
So now we have a perfectly acceptable, even polite, way of refusal, and I am such a chicken that I can't or won't use it. So I over-schedule myself regularly and end up not doing the other things I should do, or doing them sketchily, which pleases no one, least of all me. Or I find myself falling behind so hopelessly that I have to cancel some things, which is entirely against my principles.
Last week, while we were enjoying a family visit with daughter Cindy and her husband, Bill, I had to straighten out a couple of the messes I had created, so she sat me down and had a "little talk." But her "little talk" was somehow much more productive than mine have been. She even made some suggestions for progress that I had never thought of before. I am sure that if I can a) remember them and b) carry them out, my whole life will be better.
Among them was taking "Pajama Days."
Now, Pajama Days are days when you plan to do nothing. That's right, nothing. And if you are going to do nothing that day, there's no point in getting dressed, is there? You can just stay right in your PJs all day, and in fact, you'd better, because once you put on clothes you start to do something constructive. And we can't have that, now can we?
The Trouble with Turtles
by Carol Atkins
". . .I make decisions every day, and sometimes they are life-changing decisions. Like the time I decided to be arrested." from The Trouble with Turtles
A wise and witty memoir spanning 50 years by a veteran columnist and noted feminist. Author Carol Atkins, 85, is a member of AAUW Manistee Branch and a Michigan Women's Hall of Fame Inductee (2008). The Trouble with Turtles
ISBN 978-0-9718214-6-0
136 pages
Softcover
5.5 x 7.75 $15.95
Also on Amazon.com
Contact H. Buchanan, (313) 515-8122, aquariuspress@sbcglobal.net, www.aquariuspressbookseller.net
ORDER DIRECT AND GET THE NOW CONFERENCE SPECIAL PRICE: $14.00 (THRU 4-30-09)
"Pajama Days" Excerpt from The Trouble with Turtles © 2008 by Carol Atkins Every so often I have to sit myself down and have one of those dreaded "little talks." You know the kind I mean. It's when you say to yourself (in a tone of voice that you swore you would never use with your children, but did) - "You can do better than this. Surely, after all these years, you can manage your life better than this! Here you've gotten yourself into yet another mess, when you know perfectly well you can't do all that you have promised to do."
This time, even all my brand new excuses failed to convince me that I have any valid excuse whatsoever. After all, the word "no" is one of the shortest and most effective words in the English language and you'd think that by now I would have learned to use it. Especially since we have added two words to it which make it polite, and therefore socially acceptable. Those two words, in case you are not following my meanderings, are "thank you."
So now we have a perfectly acceptable, even polite, way of refusal, and I am such a chicken that I can't or won't use it. So I over-schedule myself regularly and end up not doing the other things I should do, or doing them sketchily, which pleases no one, least of all me. Or I find myself falling behind so hopelessly that I have to cancel some things, which is entirely against my principles.
Last week, while we were enjoying a family visit with daughter Cindy and her husband, Bill, I had to straighten out a couple of the messes I had created, so she sat me down and had a "little talk." But her "little talk" was somehow much more productive than mine have been. She even made some suggestions for progress that I had never thought of before. I am sure that if I can a) remember them and b) carry them out, my whole life will be better.
Among them was taking "Pajama Days."
Now, Pajama Days are days when you plan to do nothing. That's right, nothing. And if you are going to do nothing that day, there's no point in getting dressed, is there? You can just stay right in your PJs all day, and in fact, you'd better, because once you put on clothes you start to do something constructive. And we can't have that, now can we?
Monday, April 20, 2009
Inforum West Michigan Seminar "Step Up Your Business; Social Media in Action"
Contact: Judy Welch, 616.336.5506 or jwelch@inforummichigan.org
Event Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Inforum West Michigan Seminar "Step Up Your Business; Social Media in Action"
GRAND RAPIDS, MICH.-Inforum, Michigan's largest organization for business women, hosts a "Step Up Your Business with Social Media" seminar in Grand Rapids on Thursday, May 19. Experts will present tips and tactics on how to build business and personal brands by effectively using social media, digital marketing, search engine optimization, Google analytics, online brand building and more.
Social media provides measurable results! Companies and individuals can track their fans and followers, follow link traffic to see who is seeking more information about them, and measure the growth of personal or corporate brands on online.
Following a panel discussion with experts, attendees choose to attend one of these breakout sessions: A) The how to's of LinkedIn and Twitter B) YOU are your own social network: create consistency in social mediaC) Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and learning the tools of Google.
The panel of speakers includes:John Hill, Director of Alumni Career Services, Michigan State UniversityLynne Jarman-Johnson, President and CEO, Jarman-Johnson CommunicationsDan Klyn, Technology and eCommerce Director, Flannel
Moderated by Derek Mehraban, CEO, Ingenex Digital Marketing and founder, Social Harbor.com.Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Time: 7:30 a.m. Registration/Continental Breakfast; 8 a.m. Panel discussion; 9:30-11 a.m. Breakout sessions
Place: Grand Valley State University, Eberhard Center, 301 West Fulton, Suite 201, Grand Rapids, MI 49503Cost: Inforum members $50; Non-members $70 (Add $10 after May 12)
Register for May 19 on the calendar at www.inforummichigan.org or call 877.633.3500.
The program is presented by Inforum which has nearly 1,800 members and is one of the largest and most prestigious business forums for women in the nation. Founded as the Women's Economic Club in 1962 in Detroit, Inforum now has affiliates in Grand Rapids and Lansing, Mich. For more information, visit www.inforummichigan.org or call 877.633.3500.
Event Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Inforum West Michigan Seminar "Step Up Your Business; Social Media in Action"
GRAND RAPIDS, MICH.-Inforum, Michigan's largest organization for business women, hosts a "Step Up Your Business with Social Media" seminar in Grand Rapids on Thursday, May 19. Experts will present tips and tactics on how to build business and personal brands by effectively using social media, digital marketing, search engine optimization, Google analytics, online brand building and more.
Social media provides measurable results! Companies and individuals can track their fans and followers, follow link traffic to see who is seeking more information about them, and measure the growth of personal or corporate brands on online.
Following a panel discussion with experts, attendees choose to attend one of these breakout sessions: A) The how to's of LinkedIn and Twitter B) YOU are your own social network: create consistency in social mediaC) Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and learning the tools of Google.
The panel of speakers includes:John Hill, Director of Alumni Career Services, Michigan State UniversityLynne Jarman-Johnson, President and CEO, Jarman-Johnson CommunicationsDan Klyn, Technology and eCommerce Director, Flannel
Moderated by Derek Mehraban, CEO, Ingenex Digital Marketing and founder, Social Harbor.com.Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Time: 7:30 a.m. Registration/Continental Breakfast; 8 a.m. Panel discussion; 9:30-11 a.m. Breakout sessions
Place: Grand Valley State University, Eberhard Center, 301 West Fulton, Suite 201, Grand Rapids, MI 49503Cost: Inforum members $50; Non-members $70 (Add $10 after May 12)
Register for May 19 on the calendar at www.inforummichigan.org or call 877.633.3500.
The program is presented by Inforum which has nearly 1,800 members and is one of the largest and most prestigious business forums for women in the nation. Founded as the Women's Economic Club in 1962 in Detroit, Inforum now has affiliates in Grand Rapids and Lansing, Mich. For more information, visit www.inforummichigan.org or call 877.633.3500.
Athena Honorees Announced
Along with fly-fishing and daffodils, spring in Manistee County delivers nominations for the annual ATHENA Award. The ATHENA Award is presented to exceptional individuals who have achieved excellence in their business and professional lives, have served the community in a meaningful way, and have assisted women in reaching their full leadership potential. Four honorees will be recognized for distinctive service to women in Manistee County.
Cyndy Fuller is the president of Harbor Village. She was elected to Manistee City Council in 2005 and as mayor of Manistee in 2007and 2008. Under her leadership, the City of Manistee has adopted a three-year strategic plan, built community assets, and created a new vision to become a “destination of choice” for businesses and families. Cyndy has served as a member of the Manistee Planning Commission and has been an active member of the Uniqueness Committee, Alternatives for Area Youth, West Shore Community College Foundation, Manistee Recreation Association, and Downtown Development Authority. Cyndy also dedicates her time to youth and has coached JV girls’ basketball and volleyball in Manistee County schools.
Joni Purgiel is Vice President, Branch Sales Manager of National City Bank. She has worked at National City for over 30 years. Joni has been active with many local organizations including: United Way of Manistee County, West Shore Healthcare Foundation, Women’s Economic Resource Center, STRIVE Mentor Program, Women’s Economic Development Outreach, ATHENA Award Program, Sunrise Rotary of Manistee, Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassador, Manistee County Habitat for Humanity and the American Cancer Society. She has received numerous awards including: U.S. SBA Michigan Women in Business Champion, National City Bank Outstanding Women’s Business Advocate and National City Bank Market Dominator Award.
Cynthia Swan-Eagan is the instrumental music director at Manistee High School. As a music educator, Cindy has mentored hundreds of young musicians and has guided several generations of female students who have followed in her footsteps as music educators. Professionally, she has received numerous awards including the Chamber Music America Certificate for Outstanding Chamber Music Teaching in America, the Manistee County Community Foundation Influential Person Award, the Manistee Board of Education Award, the Michigan Band Teacher of the Year Award, and election into the American School Band Directors Association. Cindy is also on the Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp summer conducting staff and has served as adjunct professor of music at Ferris State University.
Dr. Amy Wojciechowski is professor of business studies at West Shore Community College (WSCC). Amy has been instrumental in making quality education accessible to women in our community. She introduced the first online business course and facilitated Ferris State University’s bachelor’s degree program at WSCC. She is involved with Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Manistee Habitat for Humanity, United Way of Manistee County, College of Teaching and Learning Team, Michigan Business Education Association, Michigan Education Association, National Career Pathways Network, TRENDS Planning Committee, Love INC, and H.E.L.P. Ministries. Amy has received numerous awards, including being named the Post Secondary Teacher of the Year by the Michigan Business Education Association.
The recipient of the 2009 ATHENA Award will be announced at a luncheon on Wednesday, May 6, 11:30 a.m., at Manistee Golf & Country Club. Everyone is invited to attend by making reservations at 723-2575 or contact @manisteechamber.com. Cost of the event is $15.
The Manistee County ATHENA Award is a program of the Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce. The Manistee ATHENA Award is underwritten locally by National City Bank. Local sponsors include Blarney Castle Oil Company, Goody’s Juice & Java, Macbeth & Co., Manistee ATHENA Award Recipients (Nancy Lyon, Betty Noteware, Beth McCarthy and Carol Atkins), Super 8 of Manistee and Wendy’s Old-Fashioned Hamburgers. More information about the ATHENA Program is available by calling the Chamber at 723-2575.
Cyndy Fuller is the president of Harbor Village. She was elected to Manistee City Council in 2005 and as mayor of Manistee in 2007and 2008. Under her leadership, the City of Manistee has adopted a three-year strategic plan, built community assets, and created a new vision to become a “destination of choice” for businesses and families. Cyndy has served as a member of the Manistee Planning Commission and has been an active member of the Uniqueness Committee, Alternatives for Area Youth, West Shore Community College Foundation, Manistee Recreation Association, and Downtown Development Authority. Cyndy also dedicates her time to youth and has coached JV girls’ basketball and volleyball in Manistee County schools.
Joni Purgiel is Vice President, Branch Sales Manager of National City Bank. She has worked at National City for over 30 years. Joni has been active with many local organizations including: United Way of Manistee County, West Shore Healthcare Foundation, Women’s Economic Resource Center, STRIVE Mentor Program, Women’s Economic Development Outreach, ATHENA Award Program, Sunrise Rotary of Manistee, Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassador, Manistee County Habitat for Humanity and the American Cancer Society. She has received numerous awards including: U.S. SBA Michigan Women in Business Champion, National City Bank Outstanding Women’s Business Advocate and National City Bank Market Dominator Award.
Cynthia Swan-Eagan is the instrumental music director at Manistee High School. As a music educator, Cindy has mentored hundreds of young musicians and has guided several generations of female students who have followed in her footsteps as music educators. Professionally, she has received numerous awards including the Chamber Music America Certificate for Outstanding Chamber Music Teaching in America, the Manistee County Community Foundation Influential Person Award, the Manistee Board of Education Award, the Michigan Band Teacher of the Year Award, and election into the American School Band Directors Association. Cindy is also on the Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp summer conducting staff and has served as adjunct professor of music at Ferris State University.
Dr. Amy Wojciechowski is professor of business studies at West Shore Community College (WSCC). Amy has been instrumental in making quality education accessible to women in our community. She introduced the first online business course and facilitated Ferris State University’s bachelor’s degree program at WSCC. She is involved with Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Manistee Habitat for Humanity, United Way of Manistee County, College of Teaching and Learning Team, Michigan Business Education Association, Michigan Education Association, National Career Pathways Network, TRENDS Planning Committee, Love INC, and H.E.L.P. Ministries. Amy has received numerous awards, including being named the Post Secondary Teacher of the Year by the Michigan Business Education Association.
The recipient of the 2009 ATHENA Award will be announced at a luncheon on Wednesday, May 6, 11:30 a.m., at Manistee Golf & Country Club. Everyone is invited to attend by making reservations at 723-2575 or contact @manisteechamber.com. Cost of the event is $15.
The Manistee County ATHENA Award is a program of the Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce. The Manistee ATHENA Award is underwritten locally by National City Bank. Local sponsors include Blarney Castle Oil Company, Goody’s Juice & Java, Macbeth & Co., Manistee ATHENA Award Recipients (Nancy Lyon, Betty Noteware, Beth McCarthy and Carol Atkins), Super 8 of Manistee and Wendy’s Old-Fashioned Hamburgers. More information about the ATHENA Program is available by calling the Chamber at 723-2575.
Sunday, April 19, 2009
2009 Leadership Institute for Business Women
http://www.forethoughtproductions.com/ceed/April09eNews.pdf
Check out this link to learn more about the CEED Leadership Institute. Join successful business women for an all day event - - see details at the link. They call it a "mini MBA" and it looks like they have quite an offering. Please share this information.
Check out this link to learn more about the CEED Leadership Institute. Join successful business women for an all day event - - see details at the link. They call it a "mini MBA" and it looks like they have quite an offering. Please share this information.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
League of Women Voters Updates
1. The LWV Manistee County Members meeting scheduled for 11am, Saturday April 18. at Bear Lake Township Hall, Downtown Bear Lake, US31 and corner of Virginia Street has been CANCELLED and rescheduled to the same time and location on Saturday May 9.
Anyone wishing to share their thoughts on National Popular Vote Consensus. See http://www.lwv.org/NPV Comment may be made on our Blog at http://manisteecountylwv.wordpress.com
2. A reminder to all those who have voiced their opinion that County meetings should be held in the evening to be accessible to all working citizens: to show your support, please plan on attending the April 28, 2009 Regular County Commission meeting, Third Street, Manistee County building- as this meeting is being held at 6pm as a trial to indicate future attendance.
3. The Regular 7 pm Public League meeting for May 14, will deal with the biggest issue facing families, businesses and government in Manistee County - namely the impact, in both financial and humanitarian terms, of unaffordable health insurance. Covering the uninsured, or under insured, takes an ever larger piece of the premiums paid by those who are fortunate to have health insurance. Every business in Manistee County has been impacted by skyrocketing costs, included those who provide medical services. President Obama has made passing legislation to create affordable access to health care a priority for 2009. But what is the situation here in Manistee County? What services and safety nets exist? Where can you go if you get sick and don't have health insurance? How much would local government and businesses save if we had affordable health insurance for all? The answers are not simple or clear cut. Other states have attempted to mandate universal coverage with mixed results. PBS recently aired a documentary in their Frontline series which is available for viewing online at:http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/sickaroundamerica/ This, together with the LWVUS position and consensus documents, which can be found at:http://www.lwv.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Health_Care1will be the main focus of the May 14 meeting - location to be announced. Potential hosts or panelists for this event are encouraged to contact us.
4. Manistee County has announced May 14, 8.30 am - 4 pm as the date of the next Regional Summit. Location Kaleva VFW, 13300 Nine Mile Road, Kaleva.Reservations are due by May 7, cost is $15 to cover lunch which can be paid on the day but please send registrant details to:Regional Summit, Attn: Tom Kaminski, Manistee County, 415 Third Street, Manistee, MI 49660Topics to be covered: From Senator Levin's Office - an overview of the Stimulus package From Senator Stabenow's Office - an overview of opportunities in the "Green Economy." Mary Pitcher - Alliance For Economic Success - Countywide Recycling Brian Piccolo - DNR - Phragmites invasive species impact Regional Goal setting.
League of Women Voters Manistee County created this e_list as a means to create a grass roots information network to ensure timely notice of upcoming events, activities and meetings which deal with local government in Manistee County. If you have a meeting set that you would like to publicize you can either email us for inclusion here or post the announcement on the League's Moderated Blog at http://manisteecountylwv.wordpress.com
The purpose of the League of Women Voters is to encourage citizen participation in local government and to provide a forum where citizens can become better informed about local, state and national issues which affect their daily lives - and get involved!Our firm belief is that there are many ways to be inclusive and build a community.Dendra J. Best. 2007-9 PresidentLeague of Women Voters Manistee CountyWe Grow Democracy One Vote At A Time!PO Box 320, Bear Lake, MI 49614-0320(231)864-2686www.lwvmanisteecounty.org
Anyone wishing to share their thoughts on National Popular Vote Consensus. See http://www.lwv.org/NPV Comment may be made on our Blog at http://manisteecountylwv.wordpress.com
2. A reminder to all those who have voiced their opinion that County meetings should be held in the evening to be accessible to all working citizens: to show your support, please plan on attending the April 28, 2009 Regular County Commission meeting, Third Street, Manistee County building- as this meeting is being held at 6pm as a trial to indicate future attendance.
3. The Regular 7 pm Public League meeting for May 14, will deal with the biggest issue facing families, businesses and government in Manistee County - namely the impact, in both financial and humanitarian terms, of unaffordable health insurance. Covering the uninsured, or under insured, takes an ever larger piece of the premiums paid by those who are fortunate to have health insurance. Every business in Manistee County has been impacted by skyrocketing costs, included those who provide medical services. President Obama has made passing legislation to create affordable access to health care a priority for 2009. But what is the situation here in Manistee County? What services and safety nets exist? Where can you go if you get sick and don't have health insurance? How much would local government and businesses save if we had affordable health insurance for all? The answers are not simple or clear cut. Other states have attempted to mandate universal coverage with mixed results. PBS recently aired a documentary in their Frontline series which is available for viewing online at:http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/sickaroundamerica/ This, together with the LWVUS position and consensus documents, which can be found at:http://www.lwv.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Health_Care1will be the main focus of the May 14 meeting - location to be announced. Potential hosts or panelists for this event are encouraged to contact us.
4. Manistee County has announced May 14, 8.30 am - 4 pm as the date of the next Regional Summit. Location Kaleva VFW, 13300 Nine Mile Road, Kaleva.Reservations are due by May 7, cost is $15 to cover lunch which can be paid on the day but please send registrant details to:Regional Summit, Attn: Tom Kaminski, Manistee County, 415 Third Street, Manistee, MI 49660Topics to be covered: From Senator Levin's Office - an overview of the Stimulus package From Senator Stabenow's Office - an overview of opportunities in the "Green Economy." Mary Pitcher - Alliance For Economic Success - Countywide Recycling Brian Piccolo - DNR - Phragmites invasive species impact Regional Goal setting.
League of Women Voters Manistee County created this e_list as a means to create a grass roots information network to ensure timely notice of upcoming events, activities and meetings which deal with local government in Manistee County. If you have a meeting set that you would like to publicize you can either email us for inclusion here or post the announcement on the League's Moderated Blog at http://manisteecountylwv.wordpress.com
The purpose of the League of Women Voters is to encourage citizen participation in local government and to provide a forum where citizens can become better informed about local, state and national issues which affect their daily lives - and get involved!Our firm belief is that there are many ways to be inclusive and build a community.Dendra J. Best. 2007-9 PresidentLeague of Women Voters Manistee CountyWe Grow Democracy One Vote At A Time!PO Box 320, Bear Lake, MI 49614-0320(231)864-2686www.lwvmanisteecounty.org
Wednesday, April 08, 2009
Administrative Professionals Luncheon Planned
Administrative Professionals Luncheon Planned
The Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce and Ludington & Scottville Chamber of Commerce will host an Administrative Professionals Appreciation Luncheon on April 22, which is Administrative Professionals Day. The lunch will be held at West Shore Community College. This is the perfect opportunity for bosses to say thank you to their admins, and to mingle with other administrative professionals. For more information contact: Dianna Wall, Executive Assistant Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce 11 Cypress StreetManistee, MI 49660 231-723-2575
The Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce and Ludington & Scottville Chamber of Commerce will host an Administrative Professionals Appreciation Luncheon on April 22, which is Administrative Professionals Day. The lunch will be held at West Shore Community College. This is the perfect opportunity for bosses to say thank you to their admins, and to mingle with other administrative professionals. For more information contact: Dianna Wall, Executive Assistant Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce 11 Cypress StreetManistee, MI 49660 231-723-2575
FREE Women's Cancer Screening
Hi Everyone -
Is the cost of cancer screening keeping you from getting the tests you need?
Manistee's District Health Department #10 is offering FREE Women's Cancer Screening - Breast and Cervical Cancer for Manistee County Women who meet guidelines...1) You are between the ages of 40-65 2) You have limited or no insurance 3) Your ANNUAL income is limited.Call the health department for details and to schedule an appointment: Early Detection is your BEST Protection. Call 231- 723- 3595.
Share this information with other women you know.
District Health Department #10 is a member of the Manistee County Human Services Collaborative Body (HSCB)
Is the cost of cancer screening keeping you from getting the tests you need?
Manistee's District Health Department #10 is offering FREE Women's Cancer Screening - Breast and Cervical Cancer for Manistee County Women who meet guidelines...1) You are between the ages of 40-65 2) You have limited or no insurance 3) Your ANNUAL income is limited.Call the health department for details and to schedule an appointment: Early Detection is your BEST Protection. Call 231- 723- 3595.
Share this information with other women you know.
District Health Department #10 is a member of the Manistee County Human Services Collaborative Body (HSCB)
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
10 Networking Follow Up Tips
I found some great tips to keep in mind the next time you attend a networking event. Check out the tips at http://clicktoclient.com/10-things-to-do-immediately-after-a-networking-event/
Free Screening of "Iron Jawed Angels" in Wellston March 28
Saturday March 28 starting 7pm, in honor of Women's History Month, we will be hosting a FREE screening of "Iron Jawed Angels" at Norman Township Hall, 1273 S. Seaman Rd. Wellston MI 49689.
On a steamy hot August 18, in 1920, one man, with a single vote, changed history.
On that day, 24 year-old Harry Burn, at the insistence of his elderly mother who urged him to "do the right thing", stood up in the Tennessee legislature and cast the deciding vote which ratified the 19th. Amendment to the US Constitution and gave women the right to vote.
Fast forward 89 years and on March 28, 2009, 7 pm League of Women Voters Manistee County will show HBO Film’s, “Iron Jawed Angels” starring Hilary Swank, Frances O'Connor, Angelica Huston and Patrick Dempsey.
“Iron Jawed Angels” is the dramatic HBO film depicting the hard fought battle to give women the right to vote. Produced in 2004, it received a standing ovation at the Sundance Film Festival. Alice Paul (Hilary Swank), Lucy Burns (FrancesO'Connor) and Carrie Chapman Catt (Angelica Houston) and other key figures, both male and female, revolutionized political activism to overcome powerful anti-suffrage lobbyists. In the process many were beaten, abused, jailed and force fed - a story that needs to be told and,
more importantly, remembered.
Because there are brief scenes which depict historically accurate violence against women, parents should exercise good judgement in deciding if their child should see this film.
You can check out the HBO film web site at: http://www.hbo.com/films/ironjawedangels/
and http://iron-jawed-angels.com/
On a steamy hot August 18, in 1920, one man, with a single vote, changed history.
On that day, 24 year-old Harry Burn, at the insistence of his elderly mother who urged him to "do the right thing", stood up in the Tennessee legislature and cast the deciding vote which ratified the 19th. Amendment to the US Constitution and gave women the right to vote.
Fast forward 89 years and on March 28, 2009, 7 pm League of Women Voters Manistee County will show HBO Film’s, “Iron Jawed Angels” starring Hilary Swank, Frances O'Connor, Angelica Huston and Patrick Dempsey.
“Iron Jawed Angels” is the dramatic HBO film depicting the hard fought battle to give women the right to vote. Produced in 2004, it received a standing ovation at the Sundance Film Festival. Alice Paul (Hilary Swank), Lucy Burns (FrancesO'Connor) and Carrie Chapman Catt (Angelica Houston) and other key figures, both male and female, revolutionized political activism to overcome powerful anti-suffrage lobbyists. In the process many were beaten, abused, jailed and force fed - a story that needs to be told and,
more importantly, remembered.
Because there are brief scenes which depict historically accurate violence against women, parents should exercise good judgement in deciding if their child should see this film.
You can check out the HBO film web site at: http://www.hbo.com/films/ironjawedangels/
and http://iron-jawed-angels.com/
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Carrots, Egg, or Coffee? Which Are You?
A carrot, an egg, and a cup of coffee...You will never look at a cup of coffee the same way again.
A young woman went to her mother and told her about her life and how things were so hard for her. She did not know how she was going to make it and wanted to give up, She was tired of fighting and struggling. It seemed as one problem was solved, a new one arose.
Her mother took her to the kitchen. She filled three pots with water and placed each on a high fire. Soon the pots came to boil. In the first she placed carrots, in the second she placed eggs, and in the last she placed ground coffee free beans.
She let them sit and boil; without saying a word.
In about twenty minutes she turned off the burners. She fished the carrots out and placed them in a bowl. She pulled the eggs out and placed them in a bowl. Then she ladled the coffee out and placed it in a bowl. Turning to her daughter, she asked, ‘ Tell me what you see.’
‘Carrots, eggs, and coffee,’ she replied.
Her mother brought her closer and asked her to feel the carrots. She did and noted that they were soft. The mother then asked the daughter to take an egg and break it. After pulling off the shell, she observed the hard boiled egg.
Finally, the mother asked the daughter to sip the coffee. The daughter smiled as she tasted its rich aroma. The daughter then asked, ‘What does it mean, mother?’
Her mother explained that each of these objects had faced the same adversity: boiling water. Each reacted differently.. The carrot went in strong, hard, and unrelenting. However, after being subjected to the boiling water, it softened and became weak. The egg had been fragile. Its thin outer shell had protected its liquid interior, but after sitting through the boiling water, its inside became hardened. The ground coffee beans were unique, however. After they were in the boiling water, they had changed the water.
‘Which are you?’ she asked her daughter. ‘When adversity knocks on your door, how do you respond? Are you a carrot, an egg or a coffee bean?
Think of this: Which am I? Am I the carrot that seems strong, but with pain and adversity do I wilt and be come soft and lose my strength?
Am I the egg that starts with a malleable heart, but changes with the heat? Did I have a fluid spirit, but after a death, a breakup, a financial hardship or some other trial, have I become hardened and stiff? Does my shell look the same, but on the inside am I bitter and tough with a stiff spirit and hardened heart?
Or am I like the coffee bean? The bean actually changes the hot water, the very circumstance that brings the pain. When the water gets hot, it releases the fragrance and flavor. If you are like the bean, when things are at their worst, you get better and change the situation around you.
When the hour is the darkest and trials are their greatest do you elevate yourself to another level? How do you handle adversity? Are you a carrot, an egg or a coffee bean?
A young woman went to her mother and told her about her life and how things were so hard for her. She did not know how she was going to make it and wanted to give up, She was tired of fighting and struggling. It seemed as one problem was solved, a new one arose.
Her mother took her to the kitchen. She filled three pots with water and placed each on a high fire. Soon the pots came to boil. In the first she placed carrots, in the second she placed eggs, and in the last she placed ground coffee free beans.
She let them sit and boil; without saying a word.
In about twenty minutes she turned off the burners. She fished the carrots out and placed them in a bowl. She pulled the eggs out and placed them in a bowl. Then she ladled the coffee out and placed it in a bowl. Turning to her daughter, she asked, ‘ Tell me what you see.’
‘Carrots, eggs, and coffee,’ she replied.
Her mother brought her closer and asked her to feel the carrots. She did and noted that they were soft. The mother then asked the daughter to take an egg and break it. After pulling off the shell, she observed the hard boiled egg.
Finally, the mother asked the daughter to sip the coffee. The daughter smiled as she tasted its rich aroma. The daughter then asked, ‘What does it mean, mother?’
Her mother explained that each of these objects had faced the same adversity: boiling water. Each reacted differently.. The carrot went in strong, hard, and unrelenting. However, after being subjected to the boiling water, it softened and became weak. The egg had been fragile. Its thin outer shell had protected its liquid interior, but after sitting through the boiling water, its inside became hardened. The ground coffee beans were unique, however. After they were in the boiling water, they had changed the water.
‘Which are you?’ she asked her daughter. ‘When adversity knocks on your door, how do you respond? Are you a carrot, an egg or a coffee bean?
Think of this: Which am I? Am I the carrot that seems strong, but with pain and adversity do I wilt and be come soft and lose my strength?
Am I the egg that starts with a malleable heart, but changes with the heat? Did I have a fluid spirit, but after a death, a breakup, a financial hardship or some other trial, have I become hardened and stiff? Does my shell look the same, but on the inside am I bitter and tough with a stiff spirit and hardened heart?
Or am I like the coffee bean? The bean actually changes the hot water, the very circumstance that brings the pain. When the water gets hot, it releases the fragrance and flavor. If you are like the bean, when things are at their worst, you get better and change the situation around you.
When the hour is the darkest and trials are their greatest do you elevate yourself to another level? How do you handle adversity? Are you a carrot, an egg or a coffee bean?
Sunday, March 08, 2009
WERC Giving Circle Fund Supports Mentoring Scholarship Program
"What do you want to do when you grow up?" is a tough question to answer at any age but six young women from four area schools may have a clearer notion after they spend the next several months exploring occupations at West Shore Medical Center through Manistee County’s Women’s Economic Resource Center’s (WERC) Mentoring Program.
For the past three years, the Mentoring Program has provided career exploration opportunities to sophomore and junior high school girls in Manistee County. Students are expected to keep a journal, participate fully in mentoring activities, and spend at least twenty hours with their mentors during a semester. At the end of the session, students who successfully complete the program are eligible for a $250 educational scholarship at an accredited institution.
Kirstyn O'Dell
Erin Crothers
Manistee High School student Kirstyn O’Dell wanted to learn more about accounting so Amy Hilliard-Fitch will show her what is involved working as an accountant in a hospital. Erin Crothers, who also attends Manistee High, is interested in nutrition and cooking; she will be mentored by Courtney Baldwin, the Dietary Services Manager at the hospital.
Elizabeth Richmond, Sylvia Garcia, Kris KleinsorgeSocial Worker Kris Kleinsorge opted to mentor two students, Sylvia Garcia and Elizabeth Richmond of Bear Lake High School. Both consider studying social work in college and want to see what it would be like. "I would like to know if I can handle social work emotionally," wrote Elizabeth on her application. "I feel this mentoring program would aid me in my future career choice."
Tabitha Knudsen and Alex Barnett
West Shore’s Medical/Surgical and Critical Care Unit Manager, Maureen Smith, also chose to work with two students, Alex Barnett who goes to Manistee Catholic Central, and Tabitha Knudsen a 10th grader at Casman Academy. The girls will see first hand what sort of day-to-day activities are involved in this department of the hospital.
At an orientation session attended by mentors, students and their parents/guardians, Kendra Thompson, chairperson of the Mentoring Program Committee, expressed her appreciation for West Shore Medical Center’s wholehearted support. "The hospital is a busy place; these women have responsible, important jobs. Yet everyone we’ve dealt with has gone above and beyond to assure that these students get the best experience possible. We are as thrilled as the kids are!"
Students who successfully complete all the requirements will be eligible for scholarships provided through the WERC Giving Circle Endowment Fund at the Manistee County Community Foundation. Please consider a financial gift to the fund to allow more women to receive scholarships.
For the past three years, the Mentoring Program has provided career exploration opportunities to sophomore and junior high school girls in Manistee County. Students are expected to keep a journal, participate fully in mentoring activities, and spend at least twenty hours with their mentors during a semester. At the end of the session, students who successfully complete the program are eligible for a $250 educational scholarship at an accredited institution.
Kirstyn O'Dell
Erin Crothers
Manistee High School student Kirstyn O’Dell wanted to learn more about accounting so Amy Hilliard-Fitch will show her what is involved working as an accountant in a hospital. Erin Crothers, who also attends Manistee High, is interested in nutrition and cooking; she will be mentored by Courtney Baldwin, the Dietary Services Manager at the hospital.
Elizabeth Richmond, Sylvia Garcia, Kris KleinsorgeSocial Worker Kris Kleinsorge opted to mentor two students, Sylvia Garcia and Elizabeth Richmond of Bear Lake High School. Both consider studying social work in college and want to see what it would be like. "I would like to know if I can handle social work emotionally," wrote Elizabeth on her application. "I feel this mentoring program would aid me in my future career choice."
Tabitha Knudsen and Alex Barnett
West Shore’s Medical/Surgical and Critical Care Unit Manager, Maureen Smith, also chose to work with two students, Alex Barnett who goes to Manistee Catholic Central, and Tabitha Knudsen a 10th grader at Casman Academy. The girls will see first hand what sort of day-to-day activities are involved in this department of the hospital.
At an orientation session attended by mentors, students and their parents/guardians, Kendra Thompson, chairperson of the Mentoring Program Committee, expressed her appreciation for West Shore Medical Center’s wholehearted support. "The hospital is a busy place; these women have responsible, important jobs. Yet everyone we’ve dealt with has gone above and beyond to assure that these students get the best experience possible. We are as thrilled as the kids are!"
Students who successfully complete all the requirements will be eligible for scholarships provided through the WERC Giving Circle Endowment Fund at the Manistee County Community Foundation. Please consider a financial gift to the fund to allow more women to receive scholarships.
LWV to Meet March 12, 2009 at 7pm in Manistee
On Thursday, March 12, at 7 pm, the Guest Speaker for the public meeting of League of Women Voters Manistee County will be Linda Stephan. Linda Stephan is one of the most recognized voices of beloved local public radio station, Interlochen Public Radio.The meeting is open to the public and will take place 7pm at the Boathouse Grill, downtown Manistee, 440 River Street. Tel: (231)723-2300IPR was the recipient of the 2007 LWV Manistee County "Light In Dark Places" award in recognition of their stellar example protecting the principles established in the Bill of Rights - principally the freedom of the press and freedom of expression.March 15-21 is 'Sunshine Week' and Ms. Stephan will take part in a Town Hall style meeting with the audience to discuss the importance of 'protecting the public's right to know' and why the Sunshine Laws are still so important and necessary today.Also on the agenda will be an update of the status of IPR's fund raising to reach the $250,000 goal to begin transmitting from Manistee County and what that will eventually mean for local reception and programming.LWV Manistee County will also be determining whether to participate in the National Popular Vote Compact (NPV) consensus. For more information on this issue see e www.lwv.org and click on the link to National Popular Vote Compact.Further information about 2009 public activities and services of League of Women Voters Manistee County can be found on the web at www.lwvmanisteecounty.org or by calling 231 864 2686.Our web site has a RSS feed - sign up and you will receive an automatic email notice when something has been added or changed.We also now have a public moderated Blog at http://manisteecountylwv.wordpress.com where you can also sign up for a RSS alert and take part in online discussions.Membership is encouraged, but not required, to attend or participate in any public League event. The purpose of the League of Women Voters is to encourage citizen participation in local government and to provide a forum where citizens can become better informed about local, state and national issues which affect their daily lives.If you no longer wish to be on our public e-News list, please let us know.Dendra J. Best. President League of Women Voters Manistee CountyWe Grow Democracy One Vote At A Time!PO Box 320, Bear Lake, MI 49614-0320(231)864-2686www.lwvmanisteecounty.org
Saturday, January 31, 2009
Networking for Women
So, as a new pathway in 2009 - - I hope this blog becomes more interactive. I would like to hear from you about networking opportunities for women. What do you like? What works? What does not work? What networks have you been part of that you like? What draws you to a network? What keeps you involved in a network? Please: Share your thoughts and ideas. Who knows where this will go...but I hope it grows to add to your personal empowerment in 2009.
Thanks so much,
Judy Crockett
manisteewomen@yahoo.com
Thanks so much,
Judy Crockett
manisteewomen@yahoo.com
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Lilly Ledbetter Act Signed Today
Obama Signs Equal Pay for Equal Work Bill
The New Legislation Amends the 1964 Civil Rights Act
By CLAIRE SHIPMAN, SUSAN RUCCI, IMAEYEN IBANGA and NITYA VENKATARAMAN
Jan. 28, 2009 —
Calling pay equity not a women's issue but "a family issue," President Obama today signed a new bill seeking to end decades-long pay disparities between men and women.
Joined in the East Room of the White House by the first female Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, first lady Michelle Obama and the 70-year-old tire plant supervisor for whom the bill is named, Obama said it was "fitting that the very first bill I signed -- the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Restoration Act -- that it is upholding one of this nation's founding principles: that we are all created equal and each deserve a chance to pursue our own version of happiness."
The equal-pay bill ends a 2007 U.S. Supreme Court decision saying employees only had 180 days to file pay-discrimination lawsuits and is expected to make it easier for workers to sue for decades-long discrimination.
Ledbetter filed a 1998 suit against a Goodyear Tire Rubber Co.plant in Gadsen, Ala., after learning men working in the same position were making more money. In 2007, the Supreme Court ruled in a 5-4 vote that Ledbetter waited too long to sue since she brought the suit near the end of her 19-year career with the company.
"I was initially humiliated, I felt degraded," Ledbetter has said of her feelings about the pay disparity.
The new legislation allows suits to be brought up years later as long as the alleged pay disparity is continuing and isn't limited to gender-based discrimination.
It amends the 1964 Civil Rights Act and also applies to discrimination based on factors such as race, religion, national origin, disability or age.
"In signing this bill today, I intend to send a clear message that making our economy work means making sure it works for everyone," Obama told of approximately 150, including members of Congress and women's and labor groups who have long been advocates of the bill.
Michelle Obama a Strong Supporter
The legislation highlights an issue close to Michelle Obama, who championed equal pay on the campaign trail.
"Right now the average woman is earning 77 cents to every dollar that a man earns, here in the United States, for the same work," she said during a September 2008 campaign speech.
The Census Bureau last year estimated that women still receive only about 78 cents for every dollar that men get for doing equivalent jobs.
That discrepancy equals $210,000 less for women over 35-year full-time work life, according to an August 2008 study from Institute for Women's Policy Research.
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The New Legislation Amends the 1964 Civil Rights Act
By CLAIRE SHIPMAN, SUSAN RUCCI, IMAEYEN IBANGA and NITYA VENKATARAMAN
Jan. 28, 2009 —
Calling pay equity not a women's issue but "a family issue," President Obama today signed a new bill seeking to end decades-long pay disparities between men and women.
Joined in the East Room of the White House by the first female Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, first lady Michelle Obama and the 70-year-old tire plant supervisor for whom the bill is named, Obama said it was "fitting that the very first bill I signed -- the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Restoration Act -- that it is upholding one of this nation's founding principles: that we are all created equal and each deserve a chance to pursue our own version of happiness."
The equal-pay bill ends a 2007 U.S. Supreme Court decision saying employees only had 180 days to file pay-discrimination lawsuits and is expected to make it easier for workers to sue for decades-long discrimination.
Ledbetter filed a 1998 suit against a Goodyear Tire Rubber Co.plant in Gadsen, Ala., after learning men working in the same position were making more money. In 2007, the Supreme Court ruled in a 5-4 vote that Ledbetter waited too long to sue since she brought the suit near the end of her 19-year career with the company.
"I was initially humiliated, I felt degraded," Ledbetter has said of her feelings about the pay disparity.
The new legislation allows suits to be brought up years later as long as the alleged pay disparity is continuing and isn't limited to gender-based discrimination.
It amends the 1964 Civil Rights Act and also applies to discrimination based on factors such as race, religion, national origin, disability or age.
"In signing this bill today, I intend to send a clear message that making our economy work means making sure it works for everyone," Obama told of approximately 150, including members of Congress and women's and labor groups who have long been advocates of the bill.
Michelle Obama a Strong Supporter
The legislation highlights an issue close to Michelle Obama, who championed equal pay on the campaign trail.
"Right now the average woman is earning 77 cents to every dollar that a man earns, here in the United States, for the same work," she said during a September 2008 campaign speech.
The Census Bureau last year estimated that women still receive only about 78 cents for every dollar that men get for doing equivalent jobs.
That discrepancy equals $210,000 less for women over 35-year full-time work life, according to an August 2008 study from Institute for Women's Policy Research.
Copyright © 2009 ABC News Internet Ventures
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