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Mayor Terry Announces $25,000 Per Home Expansion in Affordable Housing Rehab Program

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Mayor Terry Announces $25,000 Per Home Expansion in Affordable Housing Rehab Program

AUGUST 3, 2024

Low-income households in Evansville seeking help with home repairs received good news today, as city officials announced an increase in funding available via the Affordable Housing Fund Advisory Committee (AHFAC) Rehab Program.

The program, which is administered through the Department of Metropolitan Development, will now provide up to $25,000 for repairs to qualifying households who qualify as low-income based on income guidelines set by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The AHFAC recently voted to increase the maximum from $10,000 to $25,000.

Funds are administered as a loan, which can be forgiven if the homeowner remains in the home for five years after receiving the funds.

“Our neighborhoods are the heart of our community, and over the years, some of them have been left behind,” said Evansville Mayor Stephanie Terry. “This increase, coupled with our decision to add another $250,000 to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, is part of our administration’s effort to revitalize our neighborhoods – strengthening the places where our residents live and spend the majority of their time.”

Eligible residents can apply for assistance through the AHFAC Rehab Program by submitting the attached form, which can also be found on the City of Evansville website. Residents who do not have access to find the form on the Internet can also call the Department of Metropolitan Development at 812-436-7823. Department officials will mail the form.

Along with qualifying as low-income based on HUD guidelines, eligible residents also must:

Have owned and occupied their principle residence for at least one year, and have no intention to market, rent, or sell the property

  • Live within the City of Evansville city limits
  • Provide proof of current homeowners insurance
  • Provide proof of current property taxes
  • Provide proof that mortgage payments are current
  • Comply with environmental restrictions and regulations, including but not limited to floodplain, historic preservation, lead-based paint, etc.

Residents with questions about the program may contact the Department of Metropolitan Development at 812-436-7823.

Todd Rokita raising awareness for consumers of harmful household products recalled in July

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Attorney General Todd Rokita makes a splash by raising awareness for consumers of harmful household products recalled in July

Attorney General Todd Rokita is alerting Hoosiers of important consumer protection concerns for products recalled in July. The office encourages consumers to take advantage of opportunities available for those who purchase recalled items that could be harmful to their families.

“The summer is coming to an end and kids are spending their final days outside before returning to school,” Attorney General Rokita said. “Don’t let the beautiful weather be ruined by an outdoor item breaking down. If you have one of the recalled products, stop using it immediately and pursue resolution from the manufacturer immediately.”

According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the following consumer products were recalled in July:

If you believe you recently purchased a recalled product, stop using it, and check its recall notice (linked above for all products). Then follow the notice’s instructions, including where to return the product, how to get the product fixed, how to dispose of the product, how to receive a refund for the product, or what steps must be taken to receive a replacement product.

Up to $100K in Grants Available from IDEM’s Community Recycling Grant Program

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Up to $100K in Grants Available from IDEM’s Community Recycling Grant Program

August 3, 2024

Are you working to increase recycling efforts at the local level? Apply for grant funding from the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) Community Recycling Grant Program.

Grant funding is available for recycling and household hazardous waste collection and disposal. Counties, municipalities, solid waste management districts, universities, schools, and nonprofit organizations, located in Indiana, are eligible to submit a Community Recycling Grant application requesting $1,000 to $100,000 in funding.

The CRGP is accepting applications from Aug. 1, 2024 – Sept. 6, 2024.

The Community Recycling Grant Program is funded through IDEM’s Solid Waste Management Fund.  Eligible projects should focus on education and promotion of recycling, processing of recyclable materials, waste reduction, or HHW and organics management (including yard waste management and composting).  Grant funding is intended to create successful, cost-effective, and sustainable programs.  Applicant must demonstrate a direct or indirect increase in waste diversion as a result of the project.

To apply, visit IDEM’s website at idem.IN.gov/recycle/resources/indiana-community-recycling-grant-program. For additional information, contact 800-451-6027 or crgp@idem.IN.gov.

Final funding determinations will be made in late-December 2024.

DNR restricts moving live wild deer from Chronic Wasting Disease Positive Areas

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DNR restricts moving live wild deer from Chronic Wasting Disease Positive Areas

AUGUST 3, 2024

As a result of Indiana’s positive detection of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in LaGrange County this April, Indiana DNR has restricted moving deer from any CWD Positive Area for rehabilitation purposes.

With the change, an individual who finds an orphaned, sick, or injured deer in a CWD Positive Area may only surrender the deer to a DNR-permitted wild animal rehabilitator that is located within a CWD Positive Area. This restriction is to help minimize the spread of CWD to new parts of the state, as deer can carry this disease without appearing sick.

Currently, there is one CWD Positive Area in Indiana. It includes LaGrange, Steuben, Noble, and DeKalb counties. While no CWD positive deer have been documented in Steuben, Noble, or DeKalb counties, those counties are considered part of the CWD Positive Area because of their proximity to where the state’s first CWD-positive deer was found in LaGrange County.

During their first few weeks of life, fawns often hide by themselves and stay motionless to avoid predators while the mother is looking for food. If you find a fawn alone, you can help it by letting it be, giving it space, and leaving the area. Its mother is likely nearby.

Aces Family Fan Packs announced for UE men’s basketball games

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Aces Family Fan Packs announced for UE men’s basketball games   Multiple sections available at reduced prices

 EVANSVILLE, Ind. – A new season ticket deal has been announced for the 2024-25 University of Evansville men’s basketball season.

The “Aces Family Fan Pack” features season tickets for just $125 for adults and $50 for youth ages 3-17.  A minimum of four tickets must be purchased to receive the family pricing.  At least one of those four must be an adult.  Tickets for the package will be located in sections 102, 109, 113, and 120.

This package is open to new and existing season ticket holders.  The Purple Aces non-conference slate is set to be one of the most exciting in recent years with home games against Western Kentucky, Chattanooga, and Green Bay.

For more information or to purchase your Family Pack, please reach out to Logan Belz at 812-488-2623.

USI to host Pharmacology Update Webinar October 25

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USI to host Pharmacology Update Webinar

The USI Center for Health Professions Lifelong Learning (CHPLL) is hosting the 21st annual Pharmacology Update for Healthcare Professionals Webinar, an all-day virtual workshop, on Friday, October 25.

Back by popular demand is keynote speaker Wendy L. Wright, DNP, ANP-BC, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, FNAP, an adult and family nurse practitioner and owner of a nurse practitioner-owned and operated clinic in New Hampshire. Her family practice has won numerous awards, including Top Providers in New Hampshire 2020, Top 20 Fastest Growing Family Business and Top 20 Women-Owned Business in New Hampshire. In addition, she is the owner of Partner in Healthcare Education, LLC.

“This conference focuses on evidence-based clinical pharmacology needs of the patient,” said Dr. Anita Hagan, Director of the CHPLL in the College of Nursing and Health Professions. “A variety of sessions will review the latest pharmacotherapeutic guidelines.”

The target audience includes nurses, advanced practice nurses, pharmacists and professionals caring for patients in ambulatory and acute care settings. Participants will have an opportunity to review new therapies for the treatment of common chronic diseases, review the pharmacology and clinical use of select drugs, and discuss common practice scenarios.

The enrollment cost is $130, with discounts available for graduate and undergraduate students.  Registration information can be found at USI.edu/pharmacology. For more information, email usi1nhpcert@usi.edu, or call 812-461-5217 or toll-free 1-877-USI-HLTH (874-4584). 

Continuing Education Information: 

In support of improving patient care, the University of Southern Indiana Center for Health Professions Lifelong Learning is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), and the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Successful completion of this activity provides 5.25 contact hours for nursing continuing professional development with 5.25 hours specific to pharmacotherapeutics, 5.25 contact hours for knowledge-based CPE activity for pharmacists and 5.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for physicians. MATE Act Requirements: 1.25 contact hours are attributed to the content requirements of the MATE Act. IPCE Credit: 5.25 contact hours.

The University of Southern Indiana is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider #13378.

CHANGE THE COURT

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GAVEL GAMUT By Jim Redwine)

CHANGE THE COURT

AUGUST 3, 2024

On July 29, 2024, President Biden proposed that justices of the United States Supreme Court serve a maximum of eighteen years instead of “during good behavior” as Article III of the Constitution provides. On June 18, 2024 CNN Commentator Fareed Zakaria made a similar proposal. Biden and Zakaria are liberals who are upset with the Supreme Court’s current conservative majority.

In the turbulent 1950s and 1960’s the Supreme Court was led by a liberal majority headed by Chief Justice Earl Warren. Much of America was so upset by the Court’s decisions on civil rights there were billboards on our nation’s highways calling for Warren’s impeachment.

It is not unusual for cases before the Supreme Court to cheer many and anger others. Matters end up in the Supreme Court because citizens have opposing views on hot-button issues. That’s what courts are for. It is better to go to court than go to war.

Of course, if the public loses confidence in the justice provided by the Court, war could still result. According to Gallop polling from July, 2024, 52% of Americans disapprove of the way the United States Supreme Court is doing its job. Hence, we once again are hearing demands for “court reform”, which to the dissenters means changes that would create a court that agrees with their views.

The dissatisfaction that sways left and right with the Court’s decisions is improperly addressed to the individuals or contemporary majority. The solutions are within our constitutional republic’s power. We do not need to put up with frustration with the Court’s fallible humans; what we need is to change the way the Court is composed. And we have the power to do it. We have amended our Constitution 27 times already for such things as women getting the vote. We can amend it again to re-establish confidence in our third branch of government.

Rational minds can differ as to the details but the essence of reform is already apparent. America needs to reaffirm our commitment to our solid foundation of three equal and separate branches of our republican form of our unique democracy. First, we need term limits; I suggest that since our presidents can only serve 8 total years that Supreme Court justices be limited to 10.

Second, we need to change our method of selecting our justices. Currently only 101 Americans, out of over 330 million have any say in who serves on the Supreme Court. The single presiding president nominates a potential justice, for life, and the 100 members of the Senate “advise and consent” to the nomination. We need to involve the rest of America’s voters in these vital decisions. I suggest we develop a non-partisans competitive election where qualified candidates can be “vetted” by all of us.

I do have further suggestions, but as I have already written and published over 30 Gavel Gamut columns on the Supreme Court from 1990 to today, I’ll just make these “modest proposals” for now.

Perhaps we’ll meet again on these issues later as the complexity and importance of modifying an entire branch of our government may require more than a couple of pages from one columnist. Feel free to join in, Gentle Reader.

 

For more Gavel Gamut articles go to www.jamesmredwine.com

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