Motorist Arrested for Drunk Driving on USI-Burdette Park Walking Trail
- An intoxicated motorist is in jail this morning after a sheriff’s deputy observed her driving a Jeep onto the USI – Burdette Park Trial and then striking a concrete safety pylon.
On Saturday, January 20, 2018 at 9:15 PM a sheriff’s deputy observed a white Jeep Wrangler speeding through a parking lot on the University of Southern Indiana campus near the entrance of the USI – Burdette Park Trail. The Jeep entered the pedestrian only trail and disregarded all attempts by the deputy to pull the vehicle over.
The Jeep continued driving at a high rate of speed until it slowed and then struck a concrete pylon in place to prevent motor vehicles from accessing the trail via Broadway Avenue. After striking the pylon, the driver shifted the vehicle into reverse and backed into the front of the deputy’s marked patrol unit.
The deputy made contact with the driver, who identified herself as Ms. Tara Evans. When asked if she knew where she was, Ms. Evans replied that she was “driving to a friends house off Schutte Road”. Ms. Evans appeared not to be aware that she was on the USI campus or that she was on a pedestrian trail.
Ms. Evans admitted to having consumed alcoholic beverages prior to the crash. Ms. Evans failed field sobriety testing on scene and agreed to perform a certified chemical breath test at a different location. The result of the certified chemical breath test determined that Evans’s blood alcohol level was .18%, which is more than double the legal limit of .08%. Ms. Evans was arrested and booked in the Vanderburgh County Jail
No pedestrians were on the trail at the time of the crash. Both vehicles sustained only minor damage.
ARRESTED:
Tara Denise Evans (pictured above), 33, of Eansville. Operating a Motor Vehicle while Intoxicated with a BAC Greater than .15 as a Class A Misdemeanor, Operating a Motor Vehicle while Intoxicated as a Class A Misdemeanor.
Presumption of Innocence Notice: The fact that a person has been arrested or charged with a crime is merely an accusation. The defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty in a court of law.
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City Council Meeting January 22, 2018
MEETING AGENDA JANUARY 22, 2018
ROOM 301, CIVIC CENTER 5:30 P.M.
AGENDA OF CITY OF EVANSVILLE COMMON COUNCIL
I. INTRODUCTION
II. APPROVAL OF MEETING MEMORANDA
III. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
IV. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
V. CONSENT AGENDA: FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
ORDINANCE R-2018-01
Petitioner: Requested Change: Representative:
ORDINANCE R-2018-02
Petitioner: Requested Change: Representative:
An Ordinance to Rezone Certain Real Estate in the City of Evansville, State of Indiana, More Commonly Known as 1625 W. Missouri Street
Chris Rauch Owner: Chris Rauch
M3 to R2 Ward: 6 Brinkmeyer
Chris Rauch
An Ordinance to Rezone Certain Real Estate in the City of Evansville, State of Indiana, More Commonly Known as 315 Taylor Avenue
Dean Hall Owner: Spinnaker Holdings, LLC CO2 to C4 Ward: 4 Robinson
Dean Hall, Mama’s, Inc.
VI. COMMITTEE REPORTS
VII. REGULAR AGENDA: SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
ORDINANCE G-2018-01
Sponsor(s): Discussion Led By: Notify:
ORDINANCE G-2018-02
Sponsor(s): Discussion Led By: Notify:
An Ordinance Amending Chapter 2.160 of the Evansville Municipal Code
Adams, Elpers A.S.D. Chair Adams, and Elpers.  Legal opinions by Marco DeLucio, ZSWS
An Ordinance Amending the Zoning Code by Establishing an Overlay Zone in the West Franklin Street Area Relaxing Certain Parking Requirements (25%)
Adams, Brinkmeyer
A.S.D. Chair Adams 1/22/2018 Ron London, APC
ORDINANCE G-2018-03
Sponsor(s): Discussion Led By: Notify:
ORDINANCE R-2017-24
Petitioner: Requested Change: Representative:
ORDINANCE R-2017-26
Petitioner: Requested Change: Representative:
ORDINANCE R-2017-27 Petitioner:
Requested Change: Representative:
VIII. RESOLUTION DOCKET
An Ordinance Amending the Zoning Code by Establishing an Overlay Zone in the West Franklin Street Area Relaxing Certain Parking Requirements (50%)
Mosby, Weaver
A.S.D. Chair Adams 1/22/2018 Ron London, APC
An Ordinance to Rezone Certain Real Estate in the City of Evansville, State of Indiana, More Commonly Known as 1916 S. Helfrich Avenue
Donald E. Hamilton Owner: Donald E. Hamilton
R1 to C4 w/ UDC Ward: 6 Brinkmeyer
Marla Hamilton
An Ordinance to Rezone Certain Real Estate in the City of Evansville, State of Indiana, More Commonly Known as 1209 E. Oregon Street
J & L McElroy Holdings LLC Owner: Joseph & Lisa McElroy CO2 to C4 w/ UDC Ward: 3 Hayden
Lisa McElroy
An Ordinance to Rezone Certain Real Estate in the City of Evansville, State of Indiana, More Commonly Known as 65 -67 Adams Avenue
Claire Ballard
C4 w/ UDC to R2 Claire Ballard
Evansville Brownfields Corporation by 4th Ward Councilmember Robinson
IX. MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
THE NEXT MEETING of the Common Council will be Monday, February 12, 2018, at 5:30 p.m.
CITY CONTROLLER’S 2017 INVESTMENT REPORT: Russ Lloyd, Jr., City Controller
BOARDS & COMMISSIONS
ADDITIONAL MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
 COMMITTEEREPORTS XI. ADJOURNMENT
Former District 77 State Representative, Gail Riecken Wonders â€Who’s Going To Speak For The Children?â€
Written by CCO Statehouse Editor Gail Riecken
Last week I read StatehouseFilrles Publisher, John Krull’s article in the CCO about the crisis surrounding the Department of Children’s Services (DCS).  His frustration was intense.
I couldn’t help but have a visual of his throwing open the huge Statehouse doors yelling at everyone in sight….
â€Who’s going to speak for the Children?â€
I share his frustration.
The crisis I refer to is the resignation letter of DCS Director Mary Beth Bonaventura. She wrote claims against Governor Holcomb’s administration that are truly damaging.
In Bonaventura’s resignation letter to Governor Holcomb,  she said: “Without serious changes in the way the Governor’s office approaches the welfare of children and the needs of vulnerable children, I fear lives will be lost and families ruined.â€
The administration and leadership in the legislature don’t seem concerned enough to counter these claims.
The Governor to date has simply dismissed the issue.  He says there are too many children in the system; more money for resources isn’t the solution; and, that hiring a firm from Alabama to do a long-term study is enough (which he has already prejudiced their conclusions saying money isn’t part of the solution).
It looks like the Governor isn’t alone. The Republican Party that controls the legislative agenda has issued its priorities and there isn’t one mention of the DCS and its problems ( list published in the City-County Observer by Rep Wendy McNamara).
There should be a public explanation of the complaints by Bonaventura; the legislature should hold a public hearing.
We the public should contact our representatives. We should ask them, ‘Isn’t there something more than the State should be doing this session to keep our at-risk children safe?’
I know the first week in January is the traditional Kumbayah of speeches and position-taking by both Democrats and Republicans. I accept that.
Now that’s over.  Let’s get to work and protect our children, that is, before former Director Bonaventura’s warning becomes reality.
Betty Cain Wallace Passed Away
CCO CONTRIBUTING AUTHOR (JOE WALLACE) MOTHER PASSES
Betty Cain Wallace passed away on January 21, 2018, in Morganfield, Kentucky. She was born on July 28, 1930, in Gillespie, Illinois and was raised in London, Kentucky and moved to Lexington, Kentucky when she reached school age where she graduated from Henry Clay High School in 1947.
Mrs. Wallace married Bowers Wallace of Sturgis, Kentucky in 1951 and spent the remainder of her life in Sturgis. Â She was dedicated to family, civic engagement, and was an involved member of the First Baptist Church of Sturgis. Â As a 4-H leader, she was a member of the team that brought the first state championship to Sturgis in the team talent contest at the Kentucky State Fair in 1968 with the original score “Hello Kentucky”. Mrs. Wallace wrote all of the songs for Hello Kentucky. Betty created the term “Rocking Chair Roundup” that was selected by the Southern Baptist Association for nationwide adoption.
Professionally Mrs. Wallace became the Executive Director of the Sturgis Community Rest Home and served in that capacity until 1983 when she joined her husband in retirement. Betty was a direct descendant of Benjamin Harrison who was one of the signers of the United States Declaration of Independence and had two cousins to serve as Presidents of the United States.
Mrs. Wallace was preceded in death by her husband Bowers Wallace, her parents Ester Lee and Nannie Cain, and siblings Bobby Jo Burton and Billie Lee Cain. Â She is survived by sons John Bowers Wallace of Sturgis and his wife Cindy, City-County Observer contributing author Joe Jack Wallace and his wife Karen of Palm Desert, California, 3 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Funeral will be at 1 PM on Wednesday 1/24/18 at Whitsell Funeral Home in Sturgis, KY. Rev. Shane O’Guin will officiate. Visitation will be Tuesday 4 PM- 8 PM and 11 AM until service time on Wednesday. Burial will be at Pythian Ridge Cemetery in Sturgis, KY.
Memorial contributions can be made to First Baptist Church W.M.U. for missions.
ARTS COUNCIL DISPLAY WINDOW HAVE YOU SEEN THE FISH ON MAIN?
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Artist Erin Bowen recently created an underwater world in the Arts Council’s Main Street display window! The installation, a collaborative effort of Bowen and Ivy Tech’s Joe Hostetler, features pieces of large-scale embroidery and fiber appliqué, with aquatic plants and glistening bubbles. The art pieces — Jolene, Danielle, and Pete — are available for purchase as well. If you haven’t seen it yet, make sure to stop by!
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Butkus is a 3-year-old neutered male pit bull mix. Excuse the name – just look at that face!! He’s a big guy at 76 lbs. and would love to meet any kids in his new family before going home. He has plenty of energy to grow up in a young, active family. His adoption fee is $110 and also includes his microchip, heartworm test, and vaccines. Contact Vanderburgh Humane at (812) 426-2563 or adoptions@vhslifesaver.org for details!
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