INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Mike Braun’s effort to position Indiana to lead in American drone technology saw a massive win this week, with Indiana being chosen as one of two states to win a designated national drone testing site.

U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy and Federal Aviation Administrator Bryan Bedford announced the two new test sites for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) today. Indiana will be among the first new UAS testing grounds in nearly a decade.

“Indiana is taking a leading role in President Trump’s mission to unleash American drone dominance. This new national drone test site designation will attract high-paying jobs and defense tech investment, and is a major victory in my initiative to position Indiana as the premier state partner for the defense industry to build, invest, and grow.” – Gov. Mike Braun

In October, Governor Mike Braun signed an executive order to position Indiana to lead in the federal government’s mission of American drone dominance. The executive order created the Indiana Initiative for Drone Dominance Task Force to utilize Indiana’s unique attributes to lead the nation in this important sector, including Indiana’s robust advanced manufacturing industry, expertise from NWSC Crane, restricted airspace over assets like Camp Atterbury and Muscatatuck Urban Training Center, strong policy framework, and universities with established programs to further drone research and development.

Governor Braun’s Drone Dominance initiative works to support President Trump’s Unleashing American Drone Dominance and Restoring American Airspace Sovereignty executive orders, which set a national goal for American leadership in drone technology and airspace security

The Battle Rages On by, Jerome Stewart

There is so much power in the word of God. For those willing to trust in Him, we have all the needed assurances necessary to fight each battle against sin. The apostle Paul said to the brethren in 1^st. Corinthians 10 vs. 13; “No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it.” 

We already know that because of the sacrifice of Jesus when He died, was buried and arose again on the third day that the victory, as related to the penalty for sinful behavior has already been won, although the battle against sin rages on. 

Great words of comfort can be found in the meaning of the words in Psalm 18 vs. 2. David says; “The LORD is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; My God, my strength, in whom I will trust; My shield and the horn of My salvation, my stronghold.” 

Some Scriptures need to be memorized, so that they are readily available to call upon, in the ongoing daily battle against sin. 

Vs. 30 says; “As for God, His way is perfect; The word of the LORD is proven; He is a shield to all who trust in Him.” So the question that must be asked, is who are you placing your trust in? Think: About the goodness and mercy of God. 

Think: About the magnitude of the meaning of the words in Psalm 103 vss. 12 thru 14 which says; “As far as the east is from the west, So far has He removed our transgressions from us. As a father pities his children, So the LORD pities those who fear Him. For He knows our frame; He remembers that we are dust.” 

Memorize for immediate assistance the words of the apostle Paul to the brethren in Romans 9 vs. 15 which says; “For He says to Moses, “I will have mercy on whomever I will have mercy, and I will have compassion on whomever I will have compassion.”

The beauty of God’s word is in knowing the God mentioned throughout the Old and New Testament, is the exact same God today. He sent Jesus to save mankind from sin. Yet the battle against sin has to be fought everyday because the devil is busy, but Jesus is busier!

The Apostle Paul said to the brethren in Ephesians chapter 6 vs. 11; “Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.” When we think about the anger on display today which is at a fever pitch, it is a sure indication that the devil is on his job. 

Yet those who know Jesus as Lord and Savior can find comfort in the meaning of the words of Jesus in John 16 vs. 33 which says; “In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer I have overcome the world.”  January 11, 2026

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01-12-2026 Agenda Attachment:

12-15-2025 Memo Attachment:

A.	NOMINATION & ELECTION OF OFFICERS

B.	COMMITTEE CHAIR APPOINTMENTS

C.	DEPARTMENT LIAISONS

D.	VOTE TO HEAR ORDINANCE G-2026-04 IN ONE NIGHT

A.

ORDINANCE G-2026-01 An Ordinance to Vacate Certain Public Ways or Public Places Within the City of Evansville, Indiana, Commonly Known as Part of a 60 foot Right-of-Way for Chestnut Street in the Original Plan of the City of Evansville Sponsor(s): Green Discussion Led By:  Public Works Chair Taylor Discussion Date: 1/26/2026 Notify: Scott Buedel, Cash Waggner & Associates

G-2026-01 Attachment:

B.	ORDINANCE G-2026-02 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 8.05.090 of the Evansville Municipal Code to Increase Curbside Refuse Collection Fees Sponsor(s): Trockman, Allen, Green Discussion Led By:  Public Works Chair Taylor Discussion Date: 1/26/2026 Notify: Marco DeLucio, ZSWS

G-2026-02 Attachment:

C.

ORDINANCE G-2026-03 An Ordinance to Vacate Certain Public Ways or Public Places Within the City of Evansville, Indiana, Commonly Known as the 12’ Alley Behind 1028 Hensz Ave Sponsor(s): Koehler Lindsey Discussion Led By:  Public Works Chair Taylor Discussion Date: 1/26/2026 Notify: Roger Lehman, RLehman & Son Consulting

G-2026-03 Attachment:

D.

ORDINANCE G-2026-04 An Ordinance of the Evansville Common Council Consenting to the Issuance by the Vanderburgh County Redevelopment Commission of Certain Tax Increment Revenue Refunding Bonds Sponsor(s): Green Discussion Led By:  Finance Chair Green Discussion Date: 1/12/2026 Notify: Joshua Trockman, KDDK

G-2026-04 Attachment:

E.	ORDINANCE R-2026-01 An Ordinance to Rezone Certain Real Estate in the City of Evansville, State of Indiana, More Commonly Known as 2222 W Virginia St and 2227 W Michigan St Owner: D & P, LLC Requested Change:  R2 to R3 Ward: 6 Brinkmeyer Representative: Scott Buedel, Cash Waggner & Associates, PC

R-2026-01 Attachment:

A.	ORDINANCE G-2025-28 An Ordinance of the City of Evansville’s Common Council Amending Title 2, Chapter 2.80 of the Evansville Municipal Code Relating to the Greenway Advisory Board Sponsor(s): Allen Discussion Led By:  ASD Chair Heronemus Discussion Date: 1/12/2026 Notify: Marco DeLucio, ZSWS

G-2025-28 Attachment:

B.

ORDINANCE G-2026-04 An Ordinance of the Evansville Common Council Consenting to the Issuance by the Vanderburgh County Redevelopment Commission of Certain Tax Increment Revenue Refunding Bonds Sponsor(s): Green Discussion Led By:  Finance Chair Green Discussion Date: 1/12/2026 Notify: Joshua Trockman, KDDK

G-2026-04 Attachment:

A.

RESOLUTION C-2026-01 A Resolution of the Common Council of the City of Evansville, Indiana Recommending the City Controller to Waive the City’s Sidewalk Caf  License Fees for 2025 and/or 2026 Sponsor(s): Allen, Green, Trockman Discussion Led By:  President Trockman Discussion Date: 1/12/2026 Notify: Joshua Trockman, KDDK

C-2026-01 Attachment:

B.

RESOLUTION C-2026-02 A Preliminary Resolution of the Common Council of the City of Evansville Declaring an Economic Revitalization Area for Property Tax Phase-In for the Rehabilitation of Real Property and Granting a Waiver of Noncompliance for an Economic Revitalization Area (Uniseal Inc) Sponsor(s): Brinkmeyer, Trockman, Allen Discussion Led By:  President Trockman Discussion Date: 1/12/2026 Notify: Patrick Hickey, E-REP

C-2026-02 Attachment:

A.	THE NEXT MEETING of the Common Council will be Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.

B.	ADDITIONAL MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS