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IDEM issues statewide Air Quality Action Day for TuesdayÂ
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has issued an Air Quality Action Day (AQAD) and is forecasting high ozone levels for tomorrow, June 14, 2022 in the following regions:
- Central Indiana – Marion, Bartholomew, Boone, Brown, Delaware, Hamilton, Hendricks, Howard, Madison, Shelby
- North Central Indiana – St. Joseph, Elkhart
- Northeast Indiana – Allen, Huntington, Wabash
- Northwest Indiana – Lake, Porter, LaPorte
- Southeast Indiana – Clark, Floyd
- Southwest Indiana – Daviess, Dubois, Gibson, Greene, Knox, Perry, Pike, Posey, Spencer, Vanderburgh, Warrick
- West Central Indiana – Vigo, Carroll, Tippecanoe
IDEM encourages everyone to help reduce ozone by making changes to daily habits. You can:
- Drive less: carpool, use public transportation, walk, bike, or work from home when possible
- Combine errands into one trip
- Avoid refueling your vehicle or using gasoline-powered lawn equipment until after 7 p.m.
- Keep your engine tuned, and don’t let your engine idle (e.g., at a bank or restaurant drive-thru)
- Conserve energy by turning off lights and setting the thermostat to 75 degrees or above
AQADs are in effect from midnight to 11:59 p.m. on the specified date. Anyone sensitive to changes in air quality may be affected when ozone levels are high. Children, the elderly, and anyone with heart or lung conditions should reduce or avoid exertion and heavy work outdoors.
Ground-level ozone is formed when sunlight and hot weather combine with vehicle exhaust, factory emissions, and gasoline vapors. Ozone in the upper atmosphere blocks ultraviolet radiation, but ozone near the ground is a lung irritant that can cause coughing and breathing difficulties for sensitive populations.
IDEM examines weather patterns and current ozone readings to make daily air quality forecasts. AQADs generally occur when weather conditions, such as light winds, hot and dry air, stagnant conditions, and lower atmospheric inversions, trap pollutants close to the ground.
VANDERBURGH COUNTY COMMISSIONERS REVIEW PLANS FOR REMAINING AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN (ARP) FUNDS AT TODAYS MEETING
EVANSVILLE, IN. (June 13, 2022) – The Vanderburgh County Board of Commissioners will review multiple plans for the remaining American Rescue Plan (ARP) Coronavirus Local Recovery Funds at the upcoming Commission meeting on Tuesday, June 14, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. in room 301 of the Civic Center Complex.
Vanderburgh County received over $35.2 million dollars in 2021 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. Initial projects awarded funding included a $9.9 million dollar historic broadband expansion contract with AT&T, providing fiber connectivity for all properties in the unincorporated county by 2023, as well as over $5.9 million dollars in water and sewer infrastructure projects. All ARP funding must be fully disbursed by December 2024.
Several projects are under consideration for funding, including submissions from local non-profit and cultural organizations. The Vanderburgh County Board of Commissioners welcomes the opportunity to leverage American Rescue Plan Act funding to make a positive impact in the community.
Commission President Jeff Hatfield notes, “This will be a very good financial boost to many organizations that still have not fully recovered from 2020. I’m looking forward to hearing from them.†Vice President of the Commission Ben Shoulders adds, “I’m extremely excited to continue to help our community in many ways with the remaining unallocated county ARP funds. I look forward to discussing all requests on Tuesday. It will be a very important day for Vanderburgh County.â€
Commissioner Cheryl Musgrave states, “The American Rescue Plan delivered funds designed to help recover from COVID19. This includes impacts from delayed court hearings, insufficient space for public hearings and employees, and the effects of closing venues and cultural organizations. The plans under consideration by the Commissioners will provide much needed relief.â€
COMMUNITY ICON WILLIAM “BILL” BUTTERFIELD PASSES
William “Bill†Butterfield, 94, peacefully passed away on Saturday, June 11, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family. An Evansville native, son of the late Sidney and Ruth (Lane) Butterfield,
Bill loved and served the community that raised him. To that end, he started businesses, chaired charitable boards, and fought hard to keep Evansville and all of Indiana a safe haven for the unborn. An early advocate for Civil Rights, Bill cared that the rights of all people, born and unborn, were protected, and he faithfully and passionately lived out that belief. Even in his last weeks of life, his family and friends were receiving emails from him keeping them informed on local and state issues of importance. His faith in Jesus Christ and deep love for his family inspired him, and he will be fondly remembered for his heart of gold and engaging sense of humor.
Bill attended Bosse high school and served as the president of the Student Council for 2 years. He received his undergraduate degree at Purdue University where he was president of the senior class, president of the alumni class, president of Delta Rho Kappa, a Purdue Science Scholastic Honorary, graduated with the highest distinction, and was a member of the Century Club. He received his master’s degree at Harvard Business School with the HBS Honorary.
As a businessman, Bill left his mark as the prior owner/president of Tri-State Athletic Club, Tri-State Satellite, Smith and Butterfield, Ambassador Travel, Snap Photo, and Evansville Basketball Academy. As a humanitarian and philanthropist, he served as chairman of the board for Vanderburgh County Right to Life, WNIN Public Broadcasting, Junior Achievement of Southwestern Indiana, United Way of Southwestern Indiana, and the March of Dimes Polio Campaign. He also served as a board member for Life Issues Institute and Indiana Right to Life, campaign chairman for the United Way of Southwestern Indiana, and the president and treasurer of the Mayor’s Human Relations Committee. He received the Vanderburgh County Right to Life Notable Achievement Award and the Jaycee Distinguished Service Award.
Bill loved sports, particularly Purdue University sports! An avid tennis and basketball player, he was a champion athlete: a member of the 1945 Bosse High School state championship team, member of the 1946 Indiana Basketball High School All Stars, a Purdue University basketball letterman, played one year in the National Professional Basketball League and defeated the Harlem Globe Trotters, and he was a member of the Robert’s Stadium Basketball Hall of Fame. He served on the board of Evansville Area Tennis Patrons and was chairman of the board for the National Indoor Tennis Association.
Keeping his family close was a high priority for Bill. He blessed his children, grandchildren, and even great-grandchildren with frequent trips together and family reunions so that they could know and love each other as he knew and loved them. He is survived by a son, James (Barbara) Butterfield of Evansville, IN; daughters, Kathy (Rev. David) Brooks of Manchester, NH, Betsy (Fred) McGarvey of Indianapolis, IN, Sarah (Gerd) Budden of Lake Oswego, OR., Tracy (Phil) Kessler of Evansville, IN, Rhonda (Tim) Dame of Evansville, IN, Kelly Butterfield of Evansville, IN, and Jama (Jeff) Bannister of Evansville, IN; grandchildren, Sarah Cox, Jon Brooks, Courtney Hahn, Daniel Brooks, Caleb Brooks, Andrea Prisk, Megan McGarvey, Elizabeth McGarvey, Anna Budden, Sidney Waddington, Amy Giorgio, William Brooks, Sarah Morris, Jan Budden, Logan Dame, Katarina Budden, David Butterfield, Hilary Scott, Christian Budden, Mackenzie Santos, Harrison Parchment, Mia Parchment, Bjorn Budden, Eric Budden, and Vivecka Heinke; 37 great-grandchildren; sister, Dr. Mary Butterfield of Pompano Beach, FL.; nephew, William Thomas; and nieces, Mary Thomas Lentz, Julie Thomas Cohen, and Sarah Thomas Petro.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Ruth Thomas; and his former wife, Connie Butterfield.
Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 18, 2022 at Alexander Funeral Home-East Chapel, 2115 Lincoln Avenue, Evansville, IN 47714. Funeral Services will begin at 1:30 p.m. June 19, 2022, at Bethel Church, 4400 Lincoln Avenue, Evansville, IN 47714 with Pastors Steve and Dave Schwambach officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. Bill’s funeral service will be live-streamed beginning at 1:15 p.m., please visit the following link, www.facebook.com/FuneralStreamUSA.
In lieu of flowers, charitable donations can be made to Right to Life of Southwest Indiana, 20 NW Third Street, Suite 810, Evansville, IN 47708; Indiana Right to Life, 9465 Counselors Row, Indianapolis, IN 46240; 1 on 1 Church 5177 Rosebud Lane, Evansville, IN 47630; Bethel Church 4400 Lincoln Avenue, Evansville, IN 47714.
The family would love to hear your favorite story of Bill. Please visit www.AlexanderEastChapel.com.
Gov. Holcomb Makes Appointments To Various Boards And Commissions
INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced several appointments to various state boards and commissions.
Board of Trustees of the University of Southern Indiana
The governor made three reappointments to the board, who will serve until June 30, 2026:
- Harold Calloway (Evansville), retired State Farm Insurance agent
- John Dunn (Evansville), CEO of Dunn Hospitality Group
- Christine Keck (Evansville), managing director of federal government affairs with CenterPoint Energy
Board of Trustees of Indiana State University
The governor made one new appointment to the board, who will serve until June 30, 2024:
- Robert Lowe (Carmel), vice president of people and culture for Republic Airlines
Board of Trustees of Indiana University
The governor made two reappointments to the board, who will serve until July 1, 2025:
- William “Quinn†Buckner (Bloomington), vice president of communications for Pacers Sports & Entertainment
- Cindy Lucchese (Indianapolis), chief strategy officer with Penske Entertainment
Board of Trustees of Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
The governor made four reappointments to the board, who will serve until June 30, 2025:
- Terry Anker (Carmel), chairman of The Anker Consulting Group, Inc.
- Michael Dora (Rushville), retired agricultural specialist
- Larry Garatoni (Mishawaka), CEO of HQ Investments
- Paula Hughes-Schuh (Fort Wayne), CEO of YWCA Northeast Indiana
The governor also made one new appointment to the board, who will serve until June 30, 2025:
- Jen Dekker (Lafayette), corporate controller at Citation Homes, Inc.
Board of Trustees of Purdue University
The governor made one reappointment to the board, who will serve until July 1, 2025:
- Lawrence “Sonny†Beck (Atlanta), CEO of Beck’s Superior Hybrids
The governor also made one new appointment to the board, who will serve until July 1, 2025:
- Shawn Taylor (Houston), former franchise owner/operator and former limited partner/owner of the Houston Astros
Early Learning Advisory Committee
The governor made two reappointments to the committee:
- Tonia Carriger (Indianapolis), program director of the Indiana Head Start State Collaboration Office Family & Social Services Agency, who will serve until June 30, 2025.
- Betsy Delgado (Carmel), senior vice president and chief mission and education officer with Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana, who will serve until June 30, 2024.
The governor also made five new appointments to the committee:
- Erin Donovan (New Castle), associate professor and early childhood department chair with Ivy Tech Community College, will serve until June 30, 2024.
- Lisa Johnson (Hammond), CEO of Lisa’s Safe Haven Child Care, who will serve until June 30, 2024.
- Rob Moorhead (Aurora), superintendent of the South Ripley Community School Corporation, who will serve until June 30, 2025.
- Sherry Searles (North Manchester), child care and early learning coalition director for LaunchPad with the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce, who will serve until June 30, 2025.
- Maureen Weber (Indianapolis), president & chief executive officer of Early Learning Indiana, who will serve until June 30, 2024. The governor also appointed her to serve as chair of the committee.
Governor’s Workforce Cabinet
The governor made three new appointments to the cabinet, who will serve until December 31, 2023:
- Loren King (Lafyette), CEO and co-founder of Trinitas
- Dan Peterson (Bloomington), vice president of industry and government affairs for Cook Group Incorporated
- David Shane (Indianapolis), retired CEO of Lacy Diversified Industries
Indiana State Board of Nursing
The governor made one reappointment to the board, who will serve until June 30, 2026:
- Kim Cooper (Terre Haute), dean of the Ivy Tech Terre Haute School of Nursing
The governor also made one new appointment to the board, who will serve until June 30, 2026:
- Dr. Julian Gallegos (West Lafayette), clinical associate professor and director of the doctor of nursing practice program with Purdue University
Indiana State Fair Board
The governor made one new appointment to the board, who will serve until September 30, 2023:
- Elisha Modisett Kemp (Sheridan), state government and industry affairs leader with Corteva Agriscience
Indiana War Memorials Commission
The governor made three reappointments to the commission, who will serve until December 31, 2024:
- Brigadier General Felicia Brokaw (Indianapolis), assistant chief of staff with United States Forces Korea
- Jerry Griffis (Muncie), veteran and former Delaware County veterans service officer
- CT Montgomery (Princeton), veteran and former Gibson County auditor
The governor also made one new appointment to the commission, who will serve until December 31, 2024:
- Lonny Barnett (Guilford), veteran and financial advisory with Edward Jones Investment
Cooling Center Activated at CK Newsome Center
During this week’s bout of extreme heat, The City of Evansville will activate a centrally-located Cooling Center at the CK Newsome Community Center lobby.
The Cooling Center will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for anyone seeking a safe, indoor space to get some relief.
Cooling Center Activated at CK Newsome Center
BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
  KEVIN WINTERNHEIMER CHAMBERS
ROOM 301, CIVIC CENTER COMPLEX
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 2022
12:00 NOON
                             AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. MEETING MEMORANDUMÂ JUNE 1, 2022
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                                                               4.     OLD BUSINESS Â
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5.     NEW BUSINESS Â
       a. Request Re: Request to reject proposals for Tiger containment project opened at the May 18th
         Meeting.- Bouseman
       b. Request Re: Permission to seek bids for Tiger containment project. -Bouseman
       c. Request Re: Permission to seek bids for Kley building roof replacement project.- Bouseman
       d. Request Re: Permission to seek quotes for a new backhoe.- Bouseman
       e. Request Re: Any Other Business the Board Wishes to Consider and Public Comments
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6.     REPORTS
       a. Steve Schaefer – Deputy Mayor, Interim Parks Director
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7.     ACCEPTANCE OF PAYROLL AND VENDOR CLAIMS
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8.     ADJOURN
CenterPoint Energy Focuses On Safety, Encourages Energy Efficiency As Temperatures Rise
 ​Evansville – June 13, 2022 – The Evansville region is anticipating temperatures in the upper 90s to near 100 degrees this week, with heat indexes reaching 100 to 115 degrees. CenterPoint Energy has a long-standing policy of halting disconnections for customers with past due balances during extreme weather situations.
“For the safety of our customers, CenterPoint Energy will monitor the weather and adjust our disconnects of Indiana electric customers with outstanding balances in accordance with our long-standing policy,†said Richard Leger, Senior Vice President, Indiana Electric.
Customers with past due balances are encouraged to contact CenterPoint Energy at 800-277-1376 to discuss payment options and resources available to avoid service disruption. Extended payment arrangements will continue to be offered to customers needing assistance.
CenterPoint Energy urges customers to stay safe and consider ways to conserve energy to help manage summer energy bills. Extreme temperatures cause higher usage and can also put a strain on customers’ cooling units. CenterPoint Energy is encouraging customers to be mindful of their usage and offers the following energy efficiency tips to reduce bills:
- Set thermostats two to three degrees higher; set programmable thermostats to higher temperatures when no one is home.
- Turn off non-essential electric appliances, equipment and lights.
- Minimize use of major appliances, such as stoves, dishwashers, washers and dryers, if you must use them, choose the late evening.
- Avoid opening refrigerators or freezers more than necessary.
- Use microwaves for cooking instead of an electric range or oven.
- Close your blinds or curtains to keep sunlight out. The sun’s rays will warm your home and cause additional air conditioning use.
- Set the direction of your ceiling fan to counterclockwise in the summer so that it will circulate cool air. With this cooling effect, you can raise the thermostat three to four degrees and feel just as comfortable.
CenterPoint Energy continues to monitor temperatures and adjust disconnections for non-payment of electric service once temperatures moderate. Disconnects for natural gas customers with past due balances will continue as scheduled.