Oxford What's The Biz! Jan. 2011

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Whats The Biz -- January 2011

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January 2011 Vol. 6 #1

Oxford Areas Monthly Business News & Info

Jack McMahon, owner of the Oxford McDonalds, celebrated the Dec. 17Grand Opening of his new restaurant (see inset below) at 655 N. Lapeer Rd.The one and only Ronald McDonald stopped by to help McMahon dedicatethe new store. For story and photos see Page 8. Photo by C.J. Carnacchio.


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For years the law in Michigan has rec-

ognized that an owner of land separated from

a lake front by a public road would enjoy

riparian rights in the waterfront.

Last year the Michi-

gan Supreme Court held

that the dedication of a

road to the public on a

plat would limit the rights

of those property owners.

Now the Courts will

examine the language of

the old plat to determinewhether the platters in-

tended to restrict the

dedication of the road.

In the absence of such restriction the

Court concluded that the riparian rights were

included in the dedication and accordingly,

no longer available to the private property

owner.

The case could have ramifications on

those lot owners who have maintained

docks or other shore improvements on the

other side of the road.

Property owners need to review the

recorded plat of their subdivision to de-

termine whether their use of the property

on the other side of the road could be af-

fected.

Property owners:Check to see if

youve lost yourriparian rights

Readers ofThe Lake Orion ReviewThe Oxford Leaderrecently chose GenCredit Union as the Best of the Best Mgage Lender in Lake Orion and the Bethe Best in the Credit Union, MortgLender and Financial Planning categoriOxford for 2010.

Its an honor to be recognized bycitizens of Lake Orion and Oxford, Jackie Buchanan, CEO. Thank you toeryone who voted and made this award sible.

Not only is Genisys able to provide

riety of financial products and servicepeople with our 22 locations in SoutheaMichigan, but the organization also ssors more than 200 community events byviding monetary donations, gifts-in-kindover 4,000 hours of hands-on volunteerport each year.

Genisys Credit Union is glad to be payour community, and we truly believeGenisys is where you come first.

We are locally owned, locally controand continue to be an award-winning onization for financial safety and sound

Follow our community involvemenFacebook at www.facebook.com/genisand Twitter at www.twitter.com/genisyscfind out whats going on in your neighhood. A calendar of events can also be foon our Web site at www.genisyscu.org .

Oxford Coffee ClubStarting in January, The Oxford Lea

will host weekly business networking meings. These meetings will be free, there wbe no attendance, nor referral mandates.

Coffee Clubs in Orion, Clarkston aOrtonville have proved popular with local bunesses. Watch The Leaderfor news of whand where.

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Andrew Hunterof Edward Jones

Whats The Biz -- December 2010

Landlord Chuck Schneid(right) bought all the asse

so tenant Donna Walkcould open the Spa on t

Lake in Lake Orion. Evenally, she will buy him o

Photo by C.J. Carnacch

By C.J. CarnacchioLeader Editor

Traditionally, the nexus of the landlord-

tenant relationship has been one thing andone thing only the rent.

Beyond that monthly check, the twodidnt get involved in each others financialmatters. They didnt need to. They didntwant to.

Its always been this is your business;this is my building. Im the landlord; yourethe tenant. Good luck, said ChuckSchneider, a local real estate developer whoowns numerous commercial properties in Ox-ford and Lake Orion.

But given these difficult economic times,Schneider, who serves on Oxfords DDAboard, came to the realization that this age-old relationship must change and evolve iflandlords wish to lease the glut of emptybuildings on the market right now and entre-

preneurs wish to start new businesses or ex-pand existing ones.

In his view, landlords must now fulfill therole banks once played by providing the capi-tal entrepreneurs need. By doing so, land-lords will fill their empty buildings and overtime, see their rents increase.

Schneiders new model isnt just talk. Heput his money where his mouth is bypartnering with Donna Walker, a tenant ofhis who owns Head to Toes Total Body

Works in Oxford, to open the Spa on the Llocated at 302 S. Broadway St. in Lake OThe new business opened Dec. 7.

Ive been at this 30 years. Ive hamany as 150 tenants. Ive never donebefore, he noted.

Originally, the two-story building owby Schneider was Schendens Spa, budoctor who owned it decided to close it,centrate on the medical side of the busiand centralize his operations in Troy.

Rather than be left with an empty buildecorated by a for-lease sign, Schneidecided to be proactive and purchase alassets.

I bought the place lock, stock and rel, he said. Here we have a clientelehave a staff. We have a furnished buildAre we going to cast these 16 (employadrift, or do we try and keep this placeing?

The alternative was he goes away, a for-lease sign up and we end up with knows what. It just seemed a lot more ingent to keep that business that had begood business for 10 years. This just seelike the logical way to go. Ten years, wtalking a lot of clients.

But Schneider had neither the desirethe experience to run a day spa. Thats wWalker comes in with her six years exp

Please see LANDLORDS on Pa

Schneider says landlordmust act as banks

Now that 2011 is almost here, you maywant to make some New Years resolutions.Planning to volunteer? Go to the gym moreoften? Learn a new language? All worthyambitions, of course, but this year, why notadd some financial resolutions as well?

Which resolutions shouldyou make? Here are a fewideas to consider:

Boost your retirement ac-counts. No matter how oldyoull be in 2011, one thing iscertain youre a year closerto retirement than you were in2010. And thats why youllwant to increase your contributions to yourretirement accounts. If your salary is goingup in 2011, boost the amount you defer foryour 401(k) or other employer-sponsored re-tirement plan, such as a 403(b) plan (if youwork for a school or other tax-exempt organi-zation) or a 457(b) plan (if you work for astate or local government). With tax-deduct-ible contributions, tax-deferred growth ofearnings and several investment options,these types of plans are tremendous ways tosave for retirement. And try to max out yourtraditional or Roth IRA, too.

Ring in some New Yearsfinancial resolutions

Look for opportunities. With the uncer-tainties in the economy and the volatility ofthe financial markets, many people decide tohead to the investment sidelines for a while.Yet, this environment may actually be a goodone for investors with patience, disciplineand the ability to look beyond yesterdaysheadlines. For one thing, many quality secu-rities are now good values. Also, were stillseeing low inflation and low interest rates factors that may lead to greater economicdemand and improved strength in the finan-cial markets.

Dont over-react to market swings. Overthe past few years, weve seen plenty of sud-den, sharp swings in the financial markets,and youre likely going to see more of themin 2011. Dont over-react to either the upsor the downs of the market. Over-reactingleads to short-term thinking and success-ful investors are the ones who can maintain along-term perspective.

Rebalance when necessary. At least oncea year, review and rebalance your portfolio,as necessary, to make sure it still reflects yourgoals, risk tolerance and family situation, allof which can change over time.

Please see EDWARD JONES on Page 11

Andrew Hunter, AAMS

Financial Advisor826 S. Lapeer Rd., Suite AOxford, MI 48371

(248) 628-3811

www.edwardjones.com

Member SIPC

NOW IS THE T IME

TO SCHEDULE YOUR

PORTOFOLIO REVIEW.When you stop to think about whats happened in the past year, its easyto realize how quickly things can change.

Thats why you should schedule your portfolio review today.This is anideal time to discuss how the market may have impacted your financialgoals. Then we can help you decide if you should revise your invest-ments. And even if you dont need to make changes, its still importantto evaluate your investment strategy and help ensure its still on track

with your goals.


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4 Whats The Biz -- December 2010

By C.J. CarnacchioBiz Editor

When it comes to the world of business, sitting in a class-room learning a bunch of theories can come in handy, but itdoesnt compare to the value of gaining some hands-on ex-perience in the real world.

Marketing students from Oxford High School got the op-portunity to do just that when they did some job-shadowingat Funky Monkey Toys in downtown Oxford.

Last week, two marketing students visited the store eachday and spent an hour learning and experiencing what itslike to own and operate a small business.

Theyve been great, said Tom Jones, owner of FunkyMonkey Toys. Theyve come prepared with questions andhave been very enthusiastic.

As part of their job-shadowing, students learned how towork the cash register by waiting on actual customers.

When inventory arrived, the students learned how to pro-cess the packages, input the items into the stores computer,price the toys and place them on the shelves. I wanted it to

be interactive instead of just me lecturing, Jones said.He also explained to students the marketing strategy be-

hind why his stores merchandise is arranged the way it is andhow his play area for kids helps promote business.

Jones is certainly no stranger to the high schools DECAClub, a group for students interested in marketing and busi-ness. Thats why he agreed to host the job-shadowing.

I was very familiar with the program. I was in the club inhigh school, he said. There were some local businessesthat helped me out at the time and actually gave me a jobwhen I was 16. So, I thought Id repay the favor.

OHS students gain hands-on biz experienc

OHS seniors Curtis Kocher (left) and Dylan Smith wait on customers at Funky Monkey Toys as part of a job-shadowexperience for their Marketing Concepts class. Watching them is toy store owner Tom Jones. Photo by C.J. Carnac

We live in a world in which popular cultureexerts a great deal of influence over our chil-dren.

Television, movies, and the internet notonly entertain but also convey a constant ar-ray of messages as to what the world consid-ers normal and desirable.

Facebook and texting help fuel an unprec-edented network of peer interaction that tendsto reinforce those messages, giving them moreaccess to our children's hearts and minds.

With all this going on, how can aparentwellparent? The Word of God in-cludes a timeless exhortation to parents totrain their children.

However, due to a combination of busy

lives and an extremely individualistic culture,parents seem at a loss to carry out this task.As a result, parents often do not take the

time and effort to "shape" their children. Byshaping, I mean protecting them and guidingtheir character development by building intothem their family identity and your parentalvalues.

When a child is very young, you parentthem by direct involvement and intervention.

When they are older, you must rely more

Kelly Counseling

on your influence. Because this methmore complicated many parents give up

No matter how effective you believe

have been up till now, you may be ceyour son or daughter needs your involvem

Make it your resolution to offer youin a new way. We are experienced in helparents reconnect with their children. never too late.

We invite you to contact us to learn mabout how we can help.

Contact George and Tamara Kelly, cselors, at 248-651-0900 or vwww.kellycounselors.com

George and Tamara Kelly, counselors

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Committed to promoting,

enhancing business prosperity

for our members.Call 248-628-0410 or visit us online at

www.oxfordchamberofcommerce.comNews from

the director

a column byHolly Bills

Whats The Biz -- December 201

Please see HOLLY on Pa

Located at 1520 S. Lapeer Road, Suite 121in Lake Orion, the North Oakland Commu-nity Coalition (NOCC) has been providingyouth, families and the public and privatesectors of the Lake Orion and Oxford com-munities with prevention and educational

information since 2007.Mission: Promotes a sense of belonging

in a healthy environment free of alcohol abuseand substance abuse by uniting communitymembers and developing communitystrengths for all.

The goals of the Coalition are twofold: to

New chamber member profile:

North Oakland Community Coalitionreduce alcohol abuse and substance abuseamong youth and to build the capacity of thecoalition.

Coalitions help the community gain a morecomplete understanding of current problemsand enable it to develop a comprehensive

plan to address substance abuse.For more information, please visit

www.northoaklandcoalition.orgor call 248520 3786. Or sign up to receive the NOCCmonthly newsletter at: http://www.northoaklandcoal i t ion.org/ signupform.html

We will sadly say goodbye to Rick La

and Tim Walker. They are leaving the Chber Board.

Rick Laidler has seon the board for 3 ycurrently he is the acChamber President andworks at Community Inance.

Rick has dedicatedtime and talent to the Chber board in many wayled the Ambassadors cmittee for several yearshas also has been invoin planning membermeetings, after hour evand has helped at

Womens Expo.

Rick has served chili, at the Chamberscook off, and has co-chaired the ChrisParade, and Chaired the Golf Outing. Rhas contributed so much to the Oxford Chber of Commerce and will be greatly miin 2011.

However Rick is a newgrandpa to a precious babygirl and will enjoy spendinghis free time doting upon her,and playing some muchneeded golf.

Thank you Rick for yourtime, dedication, and com-mitment to the Chamber ofCommerce!

Tim Walker has also served on the bfor 3 years, and is currently the acting T

surer and the owner of H&R Block. Timbeen responsible for the Chambers finanand the budget.

Tim has not only been behind the sccrunching numbers and spending counvolunteer hours creating adetailed budget he also hassat on the Personnel Com-mittee, and was the Chair forCelebrate Oxford and Co-Chair for the Chili Cook off.

Tim also volunteers histime at the fashion shows,the Womens Expo, and theChristmas parade.

Tim has always been onethe Chamber can count on to get a job dand will be missed not only for his expe

but also for his great sense of humor and dcation.

Thank you Tim for your time, dedicaand commitment to the Chamber of Cmerce!

Rick and Tim Youre both the best.have worked hard and we have been bleYou have led the Chamber well, and gavmuch.

You have taught us determination,

Goodbye to oldwelcome to ne

Rick La

Happy New Year Oxford! We hope youare able to spend some quality time with fam-ily and friends over the Christmas and NewYears Holiday. We also hope you were ableto find some great deals at our local merchantsand fellow chamber businesses when youwere doing your holiday shopping.

With the holiday seasonstill fresh in our minds, wewant to take a moment andgive thanks to some of ouroutgoing board members.Rick Laidler from CommunityInsurance Center is our out-going president, Tim Walkerfrom H&R Block is our out-going treasurer and SueKinch from Fresh Eyes Busi-

ness Solutions is an outgoing director. We thankthem for their service andwish them well in their nextendeavors.

We are also glad to welcome some newboard members to the Oxford Chamber ofCommerce. Michelle Overton from OCS De-sign, Michelle Stuhlreyer from GoddardSchool of Oxford as well as renewing boardmember Chris Hoard from the Oxford Leader/Sherman Publishing, we look forward to theupcoming year.

The chamber of commerce has some ex-citing events coming up. On January 15thwe will have our 1st Annual Red Carpet Cham-ber Appreciation and Community AwardsGala, which will be held at Oxford High

School. The event is open to chamber mem-bers, guests and everyone in the community.Tickets are only $15, which includes appetiz-ers and refreshments. Tickets are availableat the chamber of commerce office or byphone at 248-628-0410.

The chamber board does continue to in-vestigate whether a merger with the OrionArea Chamber of Commerce makes sense andbrings value to chamber members. We havereceived a good deal of feedback and someconcerns from members who took part in afocus group and from others in the commu-nity. We are looking carefully at those con-cerns and preparing answers to questionsthat have been raised. Once that happenswe will be doing a presentation to our cham-ber members, most likely at a luncheon in

March, so stay tuned for more informationon that.

The chamber is also looking at ways wecan give our members more networking op-portunities in the New Year.

We really hope that members realize thatnetworking has been very successful formany of members, and encourage all of ourmembers to take part, we want to make sureyour value received exceeds your chamberinvestment.

New Yearsgreeting, news

a column byKevin Wisely

A word fromthe vice

president

Glorious Collections is a new Chambermember and will be holding a New Busi-ness Reception on Wednesday January 12at 7 p.m. at 117 S. Washington St, Suite A

(Between Head to Toe Spa and Simple Or-ganics in the White House Court)

Hors doeuvres and champagne will beserved by local businesses.

Stop in and welcome them to Oxford!They are looking forward to introduc-

ing their business to you and discussingfuture collaborative advertising and eventopportunities.

Please RSVP by calling 248-628-9000.

Heres whats happening!

Glorious Collectionsreception Jan. 12

Welcome 4M Collision to the OxfordChamber of Commerce!

At 4M Collision, it is their goal is toprovide you with the best service in thecollision repair industry.

The appearance and safety of your ve-hicle is their focus.

And your satisfaction is guaranteedplease stop by and see them at 1663 N.Lapeer Road or call them at 248-572-4844.

Welcome 4MCollision Center

Call the Chamberat (248) 628-0410.

Tim W


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Did you know?Call Servpro of Lapeer at 810-664-1000 to help with anyof your cleaning or restoration needs. IndependentlyOwned and Operated.After a fire, you should wash both sides of the leaves

on your household plants immediately. Soot can harm oreven kill the plants.

Wiches 2 for Tuesdays means buy any pizza, get a2nd for only a buck! Delicious hand tossed Gourmet Brickoven Pizza, cheaper than the chains!

Also, Wich Wednesday is buy any Wich, get one fora buck!

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4M Collision located at 1663 N. Lapeer Road, Oxfordcan fix your car quickly with no hassle . We deal with allIns. companies and offer free loaners if your ins. co. doesnot cover the loaner. Give us a call at 248-572-4844. Ask forRob

Community Insurance Center has just hired a new per-sonal account representative, her name is Sharon Matzelleand she has over 25 years experience in the insurancebusiness. Stop in and say hello and meet Sharon.

Wireless Toyz can activate your cell phone on anynetwork, without a contract or credit check for as low as$39 per month with unlimited talk & text nationwide with

roaming included. Any cell phone car charger, clip onpouch, and hands free only $10! Free accessories withphone purchase! Future date activations at Wireless Toyz!Layaway & gift certificate are available.2486287777

Coffee News has combined its two editions to betterserve you. Its now Coffee News North Oakland because,

one affordable price gets you an exclusive ad that willcover North Oakland County. Call today to find out howwe can help you with your 2011 print advertising budget.Martha @ 248.391.6730.

Call Patriot Creative Video because putting a little bit ofeffort into adding a few simple titles can turn your raw

home videos into well-preserved home memories

Soothe Your Soul is a great place to do your holidayshopping. We have extended our hours to make shop-ping easy. Visit us Sunday 12-3, Tuesday - Saturday 10-6and Monday by appointment. You can also purchase giftcertificates online ANYTIME. Visit Soothe-Your-Soul.com.Happy Holidays!

The Goddard School of Oxford offers FREE storytimes

the second Thursday of each month from 10-11 a.m. Ydo not need to be a student at the school to attend. Reistration is easy just simply call or email the school to lus know if you can join us. At each storytime we readbook or two, provide a snack and do a fun craft! Come ajoin in on the fun! Upcoming dates are: 1/13/11, 2/10/and 3/10/11. Call 248-628-6268 or [email protected] to reserve your spot!

Phillip(Tamis) LaCroix (Tamis Marine Construction) atually established his career in the marine constructiobusiness in 1968? That means that under Phillips leadeship his team of workers can provide you with waterfrobeautification that comes from 44 years of experience!

Need a seawall, dredging, dock, foundation piling? Wprovide free estimates for your waterfront beautificatio

Call us (586)749-5741.

Dr. Khoury at the Oxford Smile Center is certified fInvisalign and Invisalign Teen, the CLEAR alternativebraces?

Snap Fitness is open to members 24 hours a day, 7 daa week, every day of the year! Memberships are montto-month, meaning no contracts or minimum term commments! Featuring industry-best cardio and strength equment in a clean and comfortable environment, Snap Fness is designed to make your gym experience as easy asimple as possible. Stop on by for a FREE 7 day trialexperience Snap Fitness for yourself! For more informtion, check out our website, snapfitness.com/oxfordmi,

give us a call at (248) 969-7627.

For only $10.00 you can save money at 62 local bunesses! Go to www.oxfordvipcard.org and buy your Oford VIP card! It only takes a minute to buy and will bmonths worth of savings! The Oxford VIP card makesgreat gift for anyone who lives in Oxford. Businesses iclude but are not limited to hair salons, restaurants, retshops, and other services such as plumbing/heating/bo

ing, and more! Become an Oxford VIP card member now

Glorious Collections has a new dress shop in town thcarries unique bridal and special occasion wear. Our gois to help you find that special attire that will have everone saying, You Look Glorious! We also carry the specaccessories that will complete your look such as SPAN

jewelry, shoes, purses, and veils. Stop by and see us ware located at 117 S. Washington, Suite A in the WhHouse Court or you can reach us at 248-628-9000.

If you are a Chamber member you can submit a 50 wodid you know about your business or an upcoming evefor FREE. Deadlines are the 2nd Wednesday of the monand must be e-mailed to the Executive Director [email protected]

Thank you to everyone who participated in the parade,and helped organize the event, it was very successful. Thanksto the Chair, Lynette Smith with POH Regional Medical Cen-ter, and team members, Rick Laidler, with Community Insur-ance, and Ron Davis with the Oxford Township Parks andRecreation.

Another special thank you to the volunteers that helpedout and the judges that participated.

And the parade winners are:Best Walking L.A. DanceBest Non- Profit Orion Arts CenterBest Children walking Pack 366Best Christmas Spirit Center StageBest Service Organization Oakland Fire DepartmentBest Religious Float Christ the King

Best Animal Entry Camp Bow WowBest Theme Entry Goddard School (see photo #1 below)Best Overall Oxford / Orion Dance

Congratulationsto our Christmas

parade winners!


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Ageless Day Spa & SalonAgeless Day Spa & Salon

Please come and enjoy a Delicious Meal prepared by our

Fellow Chamber Restaurants!

Our Talented Oxford High School Choir Will be

performing.

Fabulous Desserts!

And of Course, AWARDS!!!Our Members have achieved Great accomplishments this

year and we want to honor all of them!

The tickets are only $15 per person!

Join us on Saturday, Jan 15, 2011

6-9 pm At the Oxford High School

To Reserve Tickets Call the Chamber office at

248-628-0410

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never gave up. For your dedication, commitment and

optimistic views, we are going to miss you!Good Luck and Thank You!Welcome New 2011 Board MembersCongratulations to the new 2011 Oxford Chamber

of Commerce board members:We are pleased to announce that two candidates

won re-election to our Board. Chris Hoard with OxfordLeader and Sherman Publications; and Kevin Wiselywith Genisys Credit Union A big welcome to our twonew Board members Michelle Stuhlreyer the owner ofGoddard School, and Michelle Overton the owner ofOCS Design.

HollyContinued from Page 5

Michelle Overton Michelle Stuhlreyer

Kevin Wisely Chris Hoard

On January 15, the Oxford Chamberof Commerce will be holding their 1stannual Member Appreciation and Com-munity Gala dinner and awards to honorlocal businesses and their accomplish-ments. Tickets cost $15 and includes din-ner, desserts, beverages, entertainment,

and awards ceremony. Please call theChamber office to reserve your ticketsnow! This is a chamber and communityevent so everyone is welcome to attend!

January 28 Coffee Talk, begins at9:30 a.m. in the Village Community room(22 W. Burdick St.). Everyone is welcome,this is a facilitated networking group, andits free. Coffee and donuts provided.

Check out whatshappening in January


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A truly grand openingBy C.J. CarnacchioBiz Editor

When it comes to the fast food game, thereare more choices now than theres ever been.

But judging by the reception Oxford gaveit, McDonalds is still the undisputed king ofthe hamburger business.

On Dec. 17, Oxfords new McDonalds res-taurant officially opened for business withso much fanfare one would have thought anew battleship was being christened.

Both the interior and the outside of thestore look very nice, said owner JackMcMahon. I just hope we live up to ourpress notices.

The new restaurant, which features dualdrive-through lanes, is located on the westside of M-24, south of Ray Rd. and north ofMarket St.

I have waited for this day for a long timeand Im just thrilled to have it, said Oxfordstore manager Joan Halsted, whos beenwith McDonalds since 1976 and won twoRay Kroc awards.

The old McDonalds at 280 N. Washing-ton St. was demolished last week after ap-proximately 30 years of service to Oxford.

Its the same crew; we just moved to anew location, Halsted noted.

Members of the Oxford Wildcats varsityfootball team were on hand to help raise a

massive American flag in front of the newrestaurant. They were joined by veteransfrom American Legion Post 108.

OHS choir students performed the NationalAnthem followed by a few holiday tunes.

This was more than I could have everanticipated or hoped for, said Halsted, re-ferring to the ceremony. Its so neat to havethe community here. Im speechless.

McMahon cut the ceremonial ribbon withmembers of his management team and theone and only Ronald McDonald.

McMahon expects to see increased busi-ness at the new location, especially frommorning commuters headed south on M-24.

This is the breakfast side of the road,he said.

I think with the double drive-throughsystem, well be able to wait on people twiceas fast, Halsted added.

McDonalds and McMahon have enjoyeda long relationship. It all started withMcMahons mother working as Ray Krocssecretary. Kroc built the McDonalds empire.

The McMahon family opened their firstMcDonalds on Perry St. in Pontiac in 1960.

My dad, my mother and myself ran thebusiness together, he said.

Today, McMahon owns McDonalds res-taurants in Oxford, Lake Orion and AuburnHills by Great Lakes Crossing.

Members of the OHS Wildcatvarsity football team helped raisethis giant American flag in front ofthe new McDonalds restaurant.

OHS choir memberssounded great

singing the NationalAnthem and some

holiday songs.

Helping to cut the ceremonial ribbon are (from left) Lake Orion McDonalds managerPatty Horton, Morris Hasting, Rene Rudowski, Oxford manager Joan Halsted, ownerJack McMahon and some clown on the end. Oh wait, thats Ronald McDonald!

Ronald McDonald chats with the Butler family from Oxford.Pictured (from left) are Joel, Mick, Lily, Justin and Olivia

Local veteranssalute the flag.

Oxfords new McDonalds at 655 N. Lapeer.


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No time for it - all the more reason

give your financial support to those ware working on your behalf.

Cant afford it - membership costs lper day than your daily cup of coffee alunch.

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ence of owning and operating a successfulspa. She worked there for two years prior to

owning it.The plan is ultimately, shes going to buy

out my assets, Schneider said. Im justdoing this as sort of a stopgap.

Schneider explained that most banks thesedays arent lending money for small busi-nesses despite their advertised claims.

The billions of dollars (the federal gov-ernment) gave the banks never filtered downto the consumer, he said. The banks usedit to buy other banks; they didnt use it tomake loans more affordable for people.Theyre not opening up their credit, theyrerestricting their credit.

Without capital, entrepreneurs looking tostart a new business or expand an existingone cant afford to do it.

Oakland County has various training

programs how to write a business plan andhow to decorate your windows. Those aregreat, but weve got to get the person in busi-ness first, he said. Thats where were fall-ing down. The finance piece of that processdoesnt exist. Without that finance piece, thebusiness doesnt exist.

Most people dont have the workingcapital. They need the money for their housepayment, their car payment, their kids edu-cation and groceries, Schneider explained.

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They dont have the resources to say Imgoing to take X amount of dollars and plunkit here and by the way, I want to have sixmonths savings to feed the meter while thisbusiness is getting off the ground.

This is where landlords must step in and

follow Schneiders model of becoming a part-ner or investor in their tenants business ven-ture, as hes done with Walker.

Im the bank. Im basically financing thepurchase of the business, he said. She paysa start-up rent to get her rolling.

Over time, Schneider said the rent struc-ture will change and Walker will purchase allthe assets from him, thus becoming the soleowner of the business.

Gone are the days when landlords couldsimply buy a building and wait for someoneto lease it. Schneider said landlords have tobe more proactive and willing to take a gambleon new businesses with their own money.

You have to look at the individual andsay, Im betting that you have the skill set todo this, he said. Those are people you

work with to be successful.Conversely, landlords have to look at

people who arent qualified, who have noexperience or know-how, no business planor background, and say Im not taking achance on you, Schneider explained. Youhave to be a good judge of people and whatyou think their capabilities are and whattheir skills are.

Basically, landlords must now fill the roleabdicated by banks to help get the economy

moving again.We are a credit economy like it or not.

And when credit goes, this economy goesbecause thats the way its been created,Schneider said. When the credit tightensup, its like putting the brakes on the train. It

just comes to a stop.The benefits to landlords and the com-

munities in which they own properties areoccupied buildings and higher rents.

Once the buildings are full, then rentscan rise. But rents will never rise when youhave empty buildings, Schneider said. Youhave to fill everything up, then create de-mand for the community. Prices will neverrise when you have vacancies and no line ofpeople saying, Hey, I want to go to Oxford.

Schneider noted that Rochester filled 38stores in one year because the towns DDAwas very aggressive about going out andrecruiting new businesses.

Rochester filled 38 stores in one year be-cause its DDA was very aggressive aboutgoing out and recruiting businesses.

They had property tours and did a lotto make the town desirable to people,Schneider said. Thirty-eight stores in oneyear is a lot. Theyve turned the cornerthere.

As for Oxford, were not there yet.We still need to do a lot of work to at-

tract people to the community, he said.For-lease signs dont say successful andvibrant, they say just the opposite.

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