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State of Michigan
Alcona County
Notice to Creditors
To All Creditors:
KiAnn Kruttlin Revocable Living Trust
Notice to creditors: The decedent, KiAnn Kruttlin, died June 22, 2026.
Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Cuyler P. Dewer, Trustee, whose address is 3356 Mill Run Road, Hilliard, Ohio 43026, within four months after the date of publication of this notice.
Date: July 15, 2026
David Cook, P40560
Attorney
5466 M-72
Harrisville, Mich. 48740
(989) 724-5155
Cuyler P. Dewer
Trustee
3356 Mill Run Road
Hilliard, Ohio 43026

Foreclosure notice (all counties)
As a debt collector, we are attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Attention homeowner: If you are a military service member on active duty, if your period of active duty has concluded less than 90 days ago, or if you have been ordered to active duty, please contact the attorney for the party foreclosing the mortgage at the telephone number stated in this notice.

Notice of Foreclosure
by Advertisement
Notice is given under section 3212 of the revised judicature act of 1961, 1961 PA 236, MCL 600.3212, that the following mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at a public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash or cashier’s check at the place of holding the circuit court in Alcona County, starting promptly at 10 a.m. on July 29, 2026.
The amount due on the mortgage may be greater on the day of the sale. Placing the highest bid at the sale does not automatically entitle the purchaser to free and clear ownership of the property. A potential purchaser is encouraged to contact the county register of deeds office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge a fee for this information.
Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Thomas A. Rose and Janet Rose Rose of Alcona County, Michigan, mortgagor to Fifth Third Bank (western Michigan) dated the 19th day of April, 2005, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Alcona and State of Michigan, on the 23rd day of May, 2005, Liber 416, Page 1414, Instrument No. 200500002252 of the Alcona County records. On which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $36,382.66 plus accrued interest at 7.25000 percent per annum.
Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situated in the Township of Hawes, in the County of Alcona and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: North 1/2 of the south 1/2 of the southeast 1/4 of the southeast 1/4 of Section 24, Township 27 north, Range 8 east. Commonly known as: 2019 N. Barlow Road, Lincoln, Mich. 48742. Tax ID: 0702440004000.
If the property is sold at a foreclosure sale the borrower, pursuant to MCLA 600.3278 will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.
The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. FinCEN reporting will be required of all successful purchasers, absent a lawful exception.
Dated: July 1, 2026
Benjamin N. Hoen, P-81415
Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A.
5990 West Creek Road,
Suite 200
Independence, Ohio 44131
Telephone: (216) 739-5100
Fax: (216) 363-4034
Email: bhoen@weltman.com
WWR#: 26-000452-1
7-1, 7-8, 7-15, 7-22

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Harrisville City Council was held on Thursday, June 18.
The meeting was called to order at 6 p.m. by mayor pro tem Schwanz and the "Pledge of Allegiance" was said. Roll call: Schwanz, Vanderheuel, Bean, McKenzie, Claseman. Absent: Mason. Present: treasurer Luenberger, clerk Pierce., attorney S. Gabis, via zoom. absent: mayor Gehring
Motion by Vanderheuel , support by Bean, to approve agenda with additions. Motion carried: 5-0. Motion by Vanderheuel, support by McKenzie, to present the bills. Motion carried: 5-0. Motion by Vanderheuel, support by McKenzie, for bids to resurface upper parking lot at harbor. Motion carried: 5-0.
Motion by Vanderheuel, support by McKenzie, to publish request for bids to resurface upper parking lot. Motion carried. Motion by Vanderheuel, support by Schwanz, to table minutes of May 11, 2026, until next meeting. Motion carried: 5-0. Motion by Vanderheuel, support by Claseman to pay the bills in the amount of $189,780.50. Motion carried: 5-0.
Public comment: Hanna Rainy suggested that council meetings be live streamed. Asked about the progress of the FOIA request of an external audit of the past clerk. Would like current follow up of issues brought to council. Shared her feelings that the current city clerk was rude and disrespectful to members of the public at last month’s council meeting.
Brenda Bray shared that the flags on Main Street are very complimentary. Addressed her concerns about the steps at the harbor. Pam McCann addressed the ongoing issue of her “Tiny House.” Manny Pompa thanked Monica Spears and Mike and Becky Bean for their work on the ballpark clean-up. He suggested signage on the streets indicating “Slow Down Kids at Play.” Asked when the city maintenance/compost yard will be reopened. Patty Thomas urged the passing of the library millage on this year’s primary ballot on August 4.
Becky Bean asked for volunteers to help with maintenance of the Pocket Park and Main Street flowerpots. Thanked Northeastern Window and Door for its donation of the current flags on Main Street and Bill Thompson will be donating additional flags for the remaining street lights. Monica Spears reminded all present of the city-wide garage sale on Saturday and Sunday, June 20-21. Thank you to Mike and Becky Bean for their help with the ball field cleanup and asked council members to volunteer some of their time for these types of projects.
Thank you to Kari and Werner Vanderheuel for the cutting of the grass at the two vacant buildings on US-23. Tom Gordon shared his ideas for use of the city airport and asked about the airport bank account resolution.
Old business
Alderman Claseman asked whether the state police were notified by email or a phone call by the mayor, for further investigation of the issue of wrongdoing by the previous city clerk. Is an independent audit being pursued? Motion by Vanderheuel, support by Bean, for an update on the use of a time clock at the city DPW garage. Motion carried: 5-0. Motion by Vanderheuel, support by Claseman, for an independent audit of the city payroll. Motion carried: 5-0. Motion by Vanderheuel, support by Bean, to publish for bids to audit city payroll. Motion carried: 5-0.
Motion by Claseman, support by Vanderheuel, to pursue sealed bid policy. Motion carried: 5-0.
Dock Street wetlands delineation to be completed. Mayor Gehring will follow up in July. A Thank You from city council to Ed Chrumpka for his time, knowledge and dedication spent on the dredging of the Mill Pond. The work has been completed, and the Duck Race will go on as scheduled.
New business
Blight follow up. Discussion. Mayor Gehring presented his case against a “blight ordinance” and the process which will be put into effect if city council votes to accept a blight ordinance. The city attorney will review the proposed ordinance for recommendations for finalization of the ordinance. Motion by Schwanz, support by Vanderheuel, to table discussion of blight ordinance to the July 17, 2026, city council meeting. Motion carried: 5-0.
Alderman Claseman discussed change to City Ordinance No. 88-1. Discussion.
Motion by Claseman, support by McKenzie, to accept bid of $175, monthly, by Oscoda Septic to provide one porta-john at the upper parking lot at the harbor through the month of September. Motion carried: 5-0.
Discussion of Harbor Commission liability insurance coverage maintained through the City of Harrisville. Harbor is asking to define areas of usage. Is this covered by the city’s liability coverage? Harbor can be added in policy as a rider. Policy to cover liability of council members.
Alderman Vanderheuel asked for approval from council to use upstairs area of city hall for storage of Wine and Food Festival supplies. City attorney suggested approval for storage, contingent upon a waiver for the city not to be liable for safety of contents. Motion by Vanderheuel, support by Bean to approve request from Wine and Food Festival to use upper area of city hall for storage of supplies from festival, contingent upon waiver indicating city is not liable for contents stored. Motion carried: 5-0.
Reports
Mayor: The office of mayor and the City of Harrisville offer its sincerest condolences to the family of Roger Lemons. He loved Harrisville and he will be deeply missed. The mayor thanks all volunteers: Dirk, Tom and Waynette, Billie and Bill Thompson, Brad Daggett, Becky Bean and the Harrisville Arts Council for their dedication making Harrisville shine.
Treasurer Luenberger presented budget adjustments to council. Motion by Vanderheuel, support by McKenzie to approve year-end adjustments to the general fund budget. Motion carried: 5-0.
Motion by Vanderheuel, support by McKenzie, to approve year-end adjustments to the major street fund budget. Motion carried: 5-0. Motion by Vanderheuel, support by McKenzie to approve year-end adjustments to the minor (local street) fund budget. Motion carried: 5-0. No adjustments were needed to the first quarter water/sewer budget funds.
Harbor commission liaison Claseman: Water levels are high and seasonal rentals are up to capacity. Harbor commission chairman: Steve Arens has asked the city for references or contacts for an auditing firm to help the harbor for filing an audit. Discussion.
Planning Commission chair Monica Spears: there is one opening on commission for a city resident. NEMCOG representative will be at the next meeting, July 9, 2026. Motion by Vanderheuel, support by Schwanz, the planning commission chair communicate with the city attorney. Motion carried: 5-0. Motion by Vanderheuel, support by Schwanz, to get the planning commission chair an email account. Motion carried: 5-0.
Tree Board member Becky Bean: North welcome sign needs pruning. Zoning administrator Moran reported he will be in the office on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Claseman commended council for listening to public comments without responding. Thank you to DPW and the mayor for all their service during the major ice storm. McKenzie stated the airport property was donated and must remain a licensed airport by the State of Michigan. Vandeheuel would like the city to get six signs put on Church Street that say, “Slow Down Kids at Play.” Schwanz stated, “I love the library.” The human resources committee should meet regarding the investigation. Schwanz received a sign language request.
Motion by McKenzie, support by Vanderheuel, for planning commission to work on an ordinance to address commercial buildings.
Motion by Vanderheuel, support by Schwanz, to place remaining flags on poles by Friday, June 26. Motion carried: 5-0.
Motion by Vanderheuel, support by McKenzie, for harbor stairs to be completely blocked by July 4 and the issue addressed before end of summer. Motion carried: 5-0. Motion by Vanderheuel, support by Schwanz, to have a city council workshop on June 29 at 5:30 p.m. Motion carried: 4-1.
Motion by Vanderheuel, support by McKenzie for second round of public comments. Motion carried: 3-2. Public comments II: Hanna Rainey stated motions are getting lost. Motion by Vanderheuel, support by Schwanz to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 8:39 p.m.
Next regularly scheduled meeting of city council is Thursday, July 16 at 6 p.m. Published prior to council approval.

The Lincoln Village Council met on Tuesday July 7 at 6 p.m. at the village hall. The meeting opened with the "Pledge of Allegiance." Those in attendance included president Phillips; treasurer Skuse; clerk Somers; and council members, Durham; Lucas; Sharboneau; and Wambold. Members Potts and Schick were absent as well as zoning administrator Moran.
The minutes of the June meeting were approved on a motion from Wambold with support from Lucas. The treasurer’s report was approved, subject to audit, on a motion from Durham with support from Lucas. The bills were approved for payment on a motion from Wambold with support from Sharboneau.
Lenny Bobick addressed the board regarding a brush pile that is on his property that he believes should have been picked up with the other debris from the storm. He provided photos that he felt proved his point. A motion by Wambold, with support from Lucas, to have our maintenance crew pick up the debris and Mr. Bobick will pay the $35 dump truck load fee. Carried.
Paul Sharp addressed the board regarding the status of the lights at the boat launch. There is no kill switch and they will be at 30 percent power until there is any motion detected. President Phillips stated that we are not going to void the warranty. A lengthy discussion followed.
Kathy Putsky also stated that she also does not like the idea of the lights at the boat launch. She questioned why we don’t accept an offer Joe James to purchase lights. Wambold stated that the boat launch is for everyone to use and therefore the lights should be useful for the fire department and boaters alike.
Alex Cole addressed the board regarding adding a new baseball field by gaining permission to use it. Motion by Durham, with support from Wambold, to allow Alex Cole to develop the small field between the Coles Warehouse and the credit union. Carried.
Sheriff Scott Stephenson addressed the board about the upcoming millage. It is 1.5 mill for six years. The county commissioners have suggested that we need the millage in order to continue to operate efficiently. Motion from Durham, with support from Wambold, to send $473 back to the Alcona County Sheriff’s Office. This money is revenue sharing money from the State of Michigan for specific law enforcement in the village. Carried.
Downtown Development Authority (DDA) board members Dennis Kruttlin and Joe James appeared with copies of the upcoming budget. Two bids were received for sidewalk crack caulking and repair. They stated that they may not be able to pay for something like that at this time. A motion was made by Wambold, with support from Lucas, to adopt the DDA budget for the 2026/2027 budget year.
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
Interest Income
Bank Interest $336.68
Interest Income – Other $29,495.48
Total Interest Income $29,832.16
TIFFA Alcona County $31,377.29
TIFFA Gustin Township $9,654.44
TIFFA Gustin Twp Fire Millage $7,414.87
TIFFA Passthrough DDA 911 &
Cen Dispatch $1,793.70
ACCOA $5,843.75
Ambulance $12,465.95
Library $3,541.38
MSU-Extension $1,004.44
TIFA Veterans $1,415.42
Total TIFFA Passthrough DDA $26,064.64
TIFFA Village of Lincoln $57,015.95
Total Income $161,359.35
Gross Profit $161,359.35
Expenses
Administrative $1,000.00
Beautification $3,500.00
Blight Improvement $500.00
Capital Equipment $56,000.00
DDA Consultant $5,000.00
Economic Development $163,000.00
Facade Improvement Grant $45,000.00
Financial Audit $4,500.00
Fire Department $4,000.00
Legal Fees $500.00
Membership Per Diem $3,600.00
Passthrough Reimbursements
911 $1,793.70
ACCOA $5,843.75
Ambulance $12,465.95
Library $3,541.38
MSU Extension Office $1,004.44
Veterans $1,415.42
Total Pass-through Reimbursements $26,064.64
Tree and Sidewalk Maint & Repr $15,000.00
Village Administrative Fee $20,000.00
Total Expense $347,664.64
Net Ordinary Income $186,305.29
Net Income $186,305.29

No zoning report was given. We are close to being done with the masterplan/recreation plan. Following a discussion regarding allowing chickens in the village, a motion was made by Wambold, with support from Durham, to continue to follow our ordinance that does not allow chickens to be raised in town. Carried. We will be working with attorney David Cook to be our legal counsel whenever it is deemed necessary.
Nate Walker gave the fire department report. There were 16 medical calls and six fires. There will be a water supply shuttling class this month. A motion was made by Durham, with support from Lucas, to allow the Lincoln Firefighters Auxiliary to use the 2nd Street area for its car show. They will be applying for a license to sell beer and need approval from the council. They will be serving breakfast under the veterans pavilion. There will be vendors along the street. A motion was made by Durham to allow the purchase of a laptop for use by the person writing grants for the FD. Sharboneau offered support. Carried.
Mike Basner gave the maintenance report. We had a lot of work done in the past month. There is still work to be finished on the guard rails on north 2nd Street. Sewer is running well. A motion to approve the road improvement agreement with the Alcona County Road Commission was made by Wambold with support from Sharboneau. Carried.
Alcona County Road Commission
Road Improvement Agreement No. VOL2601
With the Village of Lincoln for the calendar year 2026, the Alcona County Road Commission agrees to improve the following road project for the not to exceed sum of $25,501.10, this being the estimated share to be paid by Village of Lincoln.
Project: Lake Street from village limits south 1,710 feet to Jordon Street; F-41 from Merrick Dr. north 2,180 feet to village limits; Traverse Bay from Church Street east 1,362 feet to Barlow Road.
Project is to include prepping the surface of the road, applying CRS2-M emulsion, 29A aggregate, sweeping, fog sealing and contracting the application of pavement marking.
Terms: Village of Lincoln contribution to be 100 percent of the total cost of all materials, labor
and equipment or $25,501.10 whichever is less. The Alcona County Road Commission will supply all equipment and labor including all required traffic control and or detour if needed. The ACRC will not be responsible for maintenance or repairs of any part after the project is completed. Project completion of this
agreement is contingent on road commission scheduling, material, contractor availability.
Village of Lincoln, Sheila R. Phillips, president
Alcona County Road Commission, Theodore R. Somers, chairman
Linda K. Somers, clerk
Harry L. Harvey, vice chairman
Christine Skuse, treasurer
Andrew D. Wright, member
Date:July 7, 2026
Motion by Wambold, with support from Durham, to allow president Phillips to sign form 1799 with Huron Engineering for road work in 2027.
A meeting was held with Chris Hennessey from Fleis and Vandenbrink to work on plans for a new fire hall. A motion to adjourn was made by Durham with support from Wambold. Carried.
Linda K. Somers
Village Clerk