MESKER PARK ZOO & BOTANIC GARDEN ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
MESKER PARK ZOO & BOTANIC GARDEN ADVISORY BOARD
REGULAR MEETING In The WINTERNHEIMERÂ CHAMBERS, ROOM 301
At The CIVIC CENTER COMPLEXÂ Tuesday, August 7, 2018 at12:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
- MEETING MEMORANDUM July 10, 2018
- REPORT BY DIRECTOR
- NEW BUSINESS
- Request to reduce admission in September to Boost Attendance
- Request for reduced Boo at the Zoo early purchase ticket
- Request to close early for Boo at the Zoo
- OTHER BUSINESS
- Open Price Quotes for zoo painting projects at August 15th Parks Board Meeting
- Open bids for storm damage projects at September 5thParks Board Meeting
- ADJOURN
AG Curtis Hill Praises Decision By Federal Jury Recognizing Correctional Officers’ Right To Search Inmates
Attorney General Curtis Hill today praised a decision by a federal jury that recognized the right of correctional officers to appropriately search inmates.
On Wednesday, a federal jury in South Bend took only 15 minutes to return a verdict in favor of two Indiana Department of Correction officers in a civil rights lawsuit brought against them by De’Carlos Freeman, an incarcerated felon. The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana had permitted an Eighth Amendment claim for unspecified compensatory and punitive damages to proceed against the two IDOC employees.
Freeman, an inmate at the Westville Correctional Facility, alleged that on Sept. 4, 2013, the officers ordered him to remove his underwear while they searched him at a Department of Natural Resources work detail at Dunes Park to which the inmate was assigned. Freeman claimed this search was done for the purpose of harassing and humiliating him. He further claimed the search caused him severe psychological pain.
The correctional officers explained that they searched Freeman because they had received information about alleged contraband at the worksite. The officers denied strip-searching Freeman and stated that any searches they performed were done in compliance with IDOC policy. The officers were represented by Deputy Attorneys General Jill Esenwein and Marley Hancock.
“Law enforcement officers must retain the needed tools to protect the public and preserve secure conditions among inmates,†Attorney General Hill said. “While these officers certainly must follow constitutional guidelines while performing their duties, citizens depend on judges and juries to accurately assess whether complaints are true and valid. Members of this jury in South Bend returned a clear-eyed and correct verdict in this regard. All Hoosiers should appreciate their public service.â€
Attorney General Hill also praised the work of the attorneys from his office who handled this case. The office’s Litigation Division has now prevailed in every jury trial in which it has participated since 2017.
Johansen Adds Burke to Indiana Coaching Staff
Indiana University head diving coach Drew Johansen announced the addition of Kevin Burke as a graduate assistant coach for the IU diving program.
Burke, a native of Rockville, Md., was a two-time member of the Junior National Team, qualifying for the Pan-American Championships and Junior World Championships. As a collegiate athlete, Burke was three-time ACC champion and consolation finalist at the NCAA Championships.
“We are so excited to add Kevin to our staff,†coach Johansen remarked. “The addition of an assistant diving coach is a major step for our sport and Kevin is the perfect fit to be the first in this role. Kevin brings a wealth of diving knowledge and experience and will raise the level of coaching here at IU.â€
Burke was formerly Head Developmental Coach at Montgomery Dive Club, one of the largest age group programs in the nation. The club has produced many Junior National Champions, National Team members and Olympic Trial qualifiers.
Professionally, Burke is interested in organizational management as well as youth athlete development. As a graduate student, Burke will be working toward a Masters degree in Recreation Administration.
Adopt A Pet
Van is 3-month-old male kitten! He is part of a litter in foster care with 3 other siblings. They are sweet, playful babies who should do fine with just about any home. Van’s $60 adoption fee includes his neuter, first shots & deworming, and microchip. Contact Vanderburgh Humane at (812) 426-2563 for adoption details!
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Gov. Holcomb Public Schedule for August 3
Below find Indiana Gov. Eric J. Holcomb’s public schedule for Friday, August 3, 2018.
 Opening Day of the 2018 Indiana State Fair
The governor will spend Friday morning celebrating the start of the 2018 Indiana State Fair, including the following public events:
- Indiana Pork Ham Breakfast
Starts at 7 a.m. with remarks by Gov. Holcomb at 7:35 a.m.
Indiana Farm Bureau Building
- Opening Ceremonies
Begin at 8:30 a.m. with remarks by Gov. Holcomb at 8:45 a.m.
Big Top Circus Tent, Indiana Farm Bureau Building Parking Lot
The Indiana State Fairgrounds are located at 1202 E. 38th St. in Indianapolis. View a map of the state fair campus online at www.indianastatefair.com/state-fair/general-information/state-fair-map.
The Evansville Parking Garage Show is Back!
Dream Car Museum is back August 12!
See amazing and cool cars, play in a dyno shootout and shop car vendors! Plus, enjoy food and drinks. Fun for all ages! $20 Entry fee per car & FREE for people to enter!
Located in the parking garage at 311 Locust Street.