State Representative
Betsy Coffia
Traverse City | 103rd House District
Serving 93,426 constituents in Acme Township, East Bay Township, Traverse City, Peninsula Township, Garfield Township, Long Lake Township, Almira Township, Platte Township, Empire Township, Glen Arbor Township, Cleveland Township, Kasson Township, Solon Township, Elmwood Township, Bingham Township, Centerville Township, Leland Township, Suttons Bay Township, Leelanau Township
BetsyCoffia@house.mi.gov
(517) 373-3817
Office: S-1387 House Office Building
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We’re so pumped to be hosting a REPAIR CAFE with the Traverse Area District Library on JUNE 14 ▫️ 10am-2pm @ the Main Library 610 Woodmere Ave. 🪚🪡
The Repair Cafe is place FIX YOUR BROKEN ITEMS —clothing, bicycles, small appliances, furniture, and more—WITH HELP FROM YOUR NEIGHBORS for FREE.
You bring your broken items and we pair you with a sweet repair volunteer based off of your needs. Work along side your new best friend (repair volunteer) to LEARN HOW TO FIX your item.
All of the tools needed for basic repairs will be provided, but if there’s a specialty tool you have, please bring it!
WHAT CAN I BRING FOR REPAIR? Small to medium sized items that could be repaired using basic hand tools like: bikes, clothing, wooden objects, wicker, ceramics, furniture, small household appliances (blenders, alarm clocks, vacuums etc.), toys, lamps, and knitwear. Please no electronics like phones, computers, tablets or TVs or oversized items that cannot be easily carried by a team of two.
Gather your broken stuff and bring it to the cafe!
Find answers to all of your questions at greendoorfolkschool.com/repair-cafe/
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Get help fixing your broken items at the June 14 Repair Cafe at Traverse Area District Library Main Library - 610 Woodmere Ave.
10 am - 2 pm
What's a repair cafe?
Got a broken toaster? A wobbly bike wheel? A moth-eaten sweater? Don’t toss it—bring it to Repair Café Traverse City and give it a second life.
This free, donation-based community event pairs attendees with skilled volunteers who help repair household items—from electronics and clothing to bicycles and furniture. You bring the item. We provide the tools. Our volunteers bring the know-how.
www.tadl.org
One day only, Saturday June 14 Main Library - 610 Woodmere Ave. 10 am - 2 pm What's a repair cafe? Got a broken toaster? A wobbly bike wheel? A moth-eaten sweater? Don’t toss it—bring it to Repair...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Want to let families know about a program this summer for FREE MEALS for kids! "There's no stipulations. Any child, any adults up to age 26 that are developmentally disabled, they can come in and just get a free meal. It does not matter," Here are the GT county ones participating:
East Bay Branch Library
1989 Three Mile Road Traverse City, Michigan 49686
Tuesday – Friday
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Interlochen Public Library
9411 10th St. Interlochen, Michigan 49643
Monday – Friday
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Kingsley Branch Library
213 S. Brownson Ave. Kingsley, Michigan 49649
Monday – Friday
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Traverse City Main Library
610 Woodmere Ave. Traverse City, Michigan 49686
Monday – Friday
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM upnorthlive.com/news/local/libraries-in-northern-michigan-offer-free-summer-lunches-to-combat-hunger
See this map for more resources for food: www.feedwm.org/findfood/
upnorthlive.com/news/local/libraries-in-northern-michigan-offer-free-summer-lunches-to-combat-hun...
Libraries in Northern Michigan offer free summer lunches to combat hunger
upnorthlive.com
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — As the school year ends, many families in Northern Michigan face the challenge of providing meals for their children without access to fr0 CommentsComment on Facebook
I enjoyed visiting the Traverse City Child and Adolescent Health Center at the Career Tech Center in Traverse City to learn more about how they are providing health care for students across the region as part of the School-Community Health Alliance of Michigan. Now more than ever, we must support those who help set up our kids for success. Our future is only as bright as the tools we give the next generation, and I want to see our state thrive for decades to come.
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Last week, I was joined by leaders of the Michigan cherry industry and Tessa Nico, the 2024-25 National Cherry Queen, on the House Floor to celebrate Cherry Industry Day. This day is about honoring the legacy of hard work that makes our region known as the Cherry Capital of the World. We cannot take this industry for granted, especially with unpredictable weather changes drastically impacting harvests. I support this vital industry and will continue to find ways to help our local farmers and agriculture workers wherever we can.
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A beautiful morning to observe Memorial Day in Grand Traverse County with active duty service members, veterans and folks from across the community. Thank you to the Grand Traverse Veterans Coalition for hosting this community event to honor and mourn those who made the ultimate sacrifice in serving our country.
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BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
820 PM EDT Fri May 16 2025
The National Weather Service in Gaylord has issued a
* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Benzie County in northern Michigan...
Wexford County in northern Michigan...
Southern Grand Traverse County in northern Michigan...
Manistee County in northern Michigan...
* Until 915 PM EDT.
* At 820 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line
extending from near Elberta to Norwalk to near Brethren to 10 miles
east of Luther, moving north at 40 mph.
HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.
* Severe thunderstorms will be near...
Beulah, Harrietta, Kaleva, Mitchell State Park, Yuma, Wildwood,
Honor, Boon, Bear Lake, and Cadillac around 825 PM EDT.
Platte Township, Mesick, Sherman, and Copemish around 830 PM EDT.
Meauwataka and Thompsonville around 835 PM EDT.
Buckley around 840 PM EDT.
Manton, Interlochen State Park, and Karlin around 845 PM EDT.
Hannah, Bendon, Kingsley, and Interlochen around 850 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by these severe thunderstorms include
Wallin, Blaine Township, and Pere Marquette State Forest.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.
&&
LAT...LON 4460 8620 4478 8607 4452 8533 4416 8534
4416 8587 4421 8597 4425 8624
TIME...MOT...LOC 0020Z 200DEG 36KT 4462 8617 4434 8620 4430 8593 4408
8548
HAIL THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...1.00 IN
WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX WIND GUST...60 MPH
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A TORNADO WATCH HAS BEEN ISSUED FOR THE WESTERN HALF OF THE LOWER PENINSULA UNTIL 3AM FRIDAY MORNING. ALL THE COUNTIES SHADED IN THAT RED POLYGON ARE UNDER A TORNADO WATCH (CONDITIONS ARE RIGHT TO PRODUCE TORNADOES) UNTIL 3AM.
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Betsy Coffia IN THE NEWS
Dems Pass One-Two Legislative Punch to Increase Renewable Energy, Create Jobs
Bills will protect environment, reduce costs, preserve local control LANSING, Mich., Nov. 3, 2023 — The Michigan House of Representatives [...]
Rep. Coffia Calls on Congress to Restore Child Care Funding
LANSING, Mich., Nov. 2, 2023 — State Rep. Betsy Coffia (D-Traverse City) introduced House Resolution 163 calling on Congress to restore federal child care [...]
Coffia Secures Nessel Opinion Clearing Way for Federal Funding for Affordable Housing
LANSING, Mich., Oct. 31, 2023 — At the request of state Rep. Betsy Coffia (D-Traverse City), Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued a formal opinion concluding [...]
We’re so pumped to be hosting a REPAIR CAFE with the Traverse Area District Library on JUNE 14 ▫️ 10am-2pm @ the Main Library 610 Woodmere Ave. 🪚🪡
The Repair Cafe is place FIX YOUR BROKEN ITEMS —clothing, bicycles, small appliances, furniture, and more—WITH HELP FROM YOUR NEIGHBORS for FREE.
You bring your broken items and we pair you with a sweet repair volunteer based off of your needs. Work along side your new best friend (repair volunteer) to LEARN HOW TO FIX your item.
All of the tools needed for basic repairs will be provided, but if there’s a specialty tool you have, please bring it!
WHAT CAN I BRING FOR REPAIR? Small to medium sized items that could be repaired using basic hand tools like: bikes, clothing, wooden objects, wicker, ceramics, furniture, small household appliances (blenders, alarm clocks, vacuums etc.), toys, lamps, and knitwear. Please no electronics like phones, computers, tablets or TVs or oversized items that cannot be easily carried by a team of two.
Gather your broken stuff and bring it to the cafe!
Find answers to all of your questions at greendoorfolkschool.com/repair-cafe/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Get help fixing your broken items at the June 14 Repair Cafe at Traverse Area District Library Main Library - 610 Woodmere Ave.
10 am - 2 pm
What's a repair cafe?
Got a broken toaster? A wobbly bike wheel? A moth-eaten sweater? Don’t toss it—bring it to Repair Café Traverse City and give it a second life.
This free, donation-based community event pairs attendees with skilled volunteers who help repair household items—from electronics and clothing to bicycles and furniture. You bring the item. We provide the tools. Our volunteers bring the know-how.
... See MoreSee Less
2025 Repair Cafe
www.tadl.org
One day only, Saturday June 14 Main Library - 610 Woodmere Ave. 10 am - 2 pm What's a repair cafe? Got a broken toaster? A wobbly bike wheel? A moth-eaten sweater? Don’t toss it—bring it to Repair...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Want to let families know about a program this summer for FREE MEALS for kids! "There's no stipulations. Any child, any adults up to age 26 that are developmentally disabled, they can come in and just get a free meal. It does not matter," Here are the GT county ones participating:
East Bay Branch Library
1989 Three Mile Road Traverse City, Michigan 49686
Tuesday – Friday
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Interlochen Public Library
9411 10th St. Interlochen, Michigan 49643
Monday – Friday
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Kingsley Branch Library
213 S. Brownson Ave. Kingsley, Michigan 49649
Monday – Friday
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Traverse City Main Library
610 Woodmere Ave. Traverse City, Michigan 49686
Monday – Friday
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM upnorthlive.com/news/local/libraries-in-northern-michigan-offer-free-summer-lunches-to-combat-hunger
See this map for more resources for food: www.feedwm.org/findfood/
upnorthlive.com/news/local/libraries-in-northern-michigan-offer-free-summer-lunches-to-combat-hun... ... See MoreSee Less
Libraries in Northern Michigan offer free summer lunches to combat hunger
upnorthlive.com
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — As the school year ends, many families in Northern Michigan face the challenge of providing meals for their children without access to fr0 CommentsComment on Facebook
I enjoyed visiting the Traverse City Child and Adolescent Health Center at the Career Tech Center in Traverse City to learn more about how they are providing health care for students across the region as part of the School-Community Health Alliance of Michigan. Now more than ever, we must support those who help set up our kids for success. Our future is only as bright as the tools we give the next generation, and I want to see our state thrive for decades to come. ... See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Last week, I was joined by leaders of the Michigan cherry industry and Tessa Nico, the 2024-25 National Cherry Queen, on the House Floor to celebrate Cherry Industry Day. This day is about honoring the legacy of hard work that makes our region known as the Cherry Capital of the World. We cannot take this industry for granted, especially with unpredictable weather changes drastically impacting harvests. I support this vital industry and will continue to find ways to help our local farmers and agriculture workers wherever we can. ... See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
A beautiful morning to observe Memorial Day in Grand Traverse County with active duty service members, veterans and folks from across the community. Thank you to the Grand Traverse Veterans Coalition for hosting this community event to honor and mourn those who made the ultimate sacrifice in serving our country. ... See MoreSee Less
2 CommentsComment on Facebook
... See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
820 PM EDT Fri May 16 2025
The National Weather Service in Gaylord has issued a
* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Benzie County in northern Michigan...
Wexford County in northern Michigan...
Southern Grand Traverse County in northern Michigan...
Manistee County in northern Michigan...
* Until 915 PM EDT.
* At 820 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line
extending from near Elberta to Norwalk to near Brethren to 10 miles
east of Luther, moving north at 40 mph.
HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.
* Severe thunderstorms will be near...
Beulah, Harrietta, Kaleva, Mitchell State Park, Yuma, Wildwood,
Honor, Boon, Bear Lake, and Cadillac around 825 PM EDT.
Platte Township, Mesick, Sherman, and Copemish around 830 PM EDT.
Meauwataka and Thompsonville around 835 PM EDT.
Buckley around 840 PM EDT.
Manton, Interlochen State Park, and Karlin around 845 PM EDT.
Hannah, Bendon, Kingsley, and Interlochen around 850 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by these severe thunderstorms include
Wallin, Blaine Township, and Pere Marquette State Forest.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.
&&
LAT...LON 4460 8620 4478 8607 4452 8533 4416 8534
4416 8587 4421 8597 4425 8624
TIME...MOT...LOC 0020Z 200DEG 36KT 4462 8617 4434 8620 4430 8593 4408
8548
HAIL THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...1.00 IN
WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX WIND GUST...60 MPH ... See MoreSee Less
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A TORNADO WATCH HAS BEEN ISSUED FOR THE WESTERN HALF OF THE LOWER PENINSULA UNTIL 3AM FRIDAY MORNING. ALL THE COUNTIES SHADED IN THAT RED POLYGON ARE UNDER A TORNADO WATCH (CONDITIONS ARE RIGHT TO PRODUCE TORNADOES) UNTIL 3AM. ... See MoreSee Less
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