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CHANNEL 44 NEWS: Former Franklin Street Store’s Re-Zoning Request Denied

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Former Franklin Street Store’s Re-Zoning Request Denied

NOVEMBER 17TH, 2016

MATT PEAK EVANSVILLE, INDIANA

 What was once a west side motorcycle shop is denied a re-zoning to become a bar and grill.

Thursday night, the Evansville-Vanderburgh County Board of Zoning Appeals said “No” to the petition for the old Bud’s Motorcycle Shop on West Franklin Street by a four-to-three vote.

The re-zoning request included reducing front yard green space along Franklin and Illinois Streets, a reduction of parking spaces and new access drives.

One board member who voted no said she had concerns about the two access drives bringing too much traffic to West Franklin.

It is not known what the owners of the property will do next, as they have already gone before the board five times.

The site has been vacant since 2007.

Kentucky-Based Manufacturer Picks Indiana for New Production Facility

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Kentucky-Based Manufacturer Picks Indiana for New Production Facility

Charlestown – Ohio Valley Precast, a manufacturer of precast concrete products, announced plans today to establish operations in Clark County. With its growth, the company plans to create up to 80 high-wage jobs to support increased production of precast concrete components in the industrial, commercial and civil construction sectors.

“Ohio Valley Precast’s decision to establish operations in Indiana continues a trend of growth as businesses across the country are choosing to locate in a state that works,” said Governor Mike Pence. “We have worked diligently to create a low-tax, pro-growth business climate, which is ranked among the top five in the nation, and we are proud to be home to millions of hardworking Hoosiers. This company could create jobs anywhere, but they chose Indiana because we offer the tools needed for success both now and in the future.”

The company, a subsidiary of Lexington, Kentucky-based Bristol Group, will invest $12 million to construct and equip a new facility at 15000 Rocket Plan Road, which will serve as Bristol Group’s first Indiana operation. The company will build an initial 35,000-square-foot facility, which will be complete by the second quarter of 2017, and plans to nearly double that footprint over the next five years. The new facility will allow the company to increase its production capacity to 3 million square feet of precast concrete components annually and more efficiently serve its regional customers.

“Ohio Valley Precast is excited to make this investment in southern Indiana. With this new operation, our company will be able to capitalize on a strong existing demand in the region, while also taking advantage of Indiana’s best-in-class business climate,” said Todd Ball, president of Ohio Valley Precast. “With changing building codes and a tight construction labor market, our insulated precast wall panels bring an unmatched value to owners, developers and contractors. We are looking forward to starting construction and hiring Hoosiers as soon as possible.”

Bristol Group currently employs more than 100 associates as part of its Lexington, Kentucky-based operations. Ohio Valley Precast plans to begin hiring for supervisors, engineers and production operators in 2017. Positions are expected to offer average salaries more than 30 percent higher than the county’s average wage. Interested applicants may inquire by emailing careers@ohiovalleyprecast.com.

Founded in 1997, Bristol Group specializes in civil, industrial, commercial design and construction services. In 2003, the company began offering precast structural and architectural concrete systems to meet a variety of quality and time sensitive construction projects such as segmented holding tanks, highway sound barrier walls, mid-rise hotels and distribution facilities. Bristol Group offers design and engineering services for customers throughout the Ohio Valley and the Southeast, which include Hitachi Automotive, DHL, North American Stainless, Marriott, Hyatt, United Parcel Service and the U.S. General Services Administration.

The Indiana Economic Development Corporation offered Ohio Valley Precast LLC up to $625,000 in conditional tax credits and up to $50,000 in training grants based on the company’s job creation plans. These incentives are performance-based, meaning until Hoosiers are hired, the company is not eligible to claim incentives. The Clark County Council approved additional tax incentives at the request of One Southern Indiana.

“The attraction of high-paying jobs for Southern Indiana residents is extremely important to Clark County, and we stand ready to help Ohio Valley Precast in any way we can,” said Barbara Hollis, president of the Clark County Council.

One in five Hoosiers work in the manufacturing industry and roughly 8,500 manufacturing businesses operate in the state. Since 2013, Indiana has added 161,800 new jobs, with more Hoosiers working today than ever before in the state’s 200-year history.

Evansville School Announced As Outreach To Teach Project

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Evans School To Receive Cosmetic Updates From Indiana Student Education Association

The Indiana Student Education Association (ISEA) and the Indiana State Teachers Association named the Evans School in Evansville as the project for Outreach to Teach. The annual event rewards a deserving public school with cosmetic updates completed in a one-day volunteer blitz. Outreach to Teach is scheduled for April 8, and ISEA is kicking off their fundraising push for the project during American Education Week Nov. 14 – 18.
“The Evans School is a perfect candidate for Outreach to Teach,” said Katie Schmidt, ISEA Region 4 representative and c0-chair of Outreach to Teach. “We are planning to complete painting, murals, landscaping and more. Now, we have the challenge to fund the project.”

ISEA is collecting donations online and via check until April. Those interested in making an online donation, please visit bit.ly/2enKJ8w. Checks should be made out to Outreach to Teach and mailed to 150 W. Market St., Suite 900, Indianapolis, IN 46204. In-kind donations of materials are also welcomed. Contact Angela Miller atamiller@ista-in.org for more information on in-kind donations.

More information about Outreach to Teach can be found at ista-in.org.

Adopt A Pet

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 Ava is a female Shih Tzu! She’s estimated to be about 2 years old. Ava was found on Evansville’s north side as a stray, so not much is known about her background. Her $120 adoption fee includes her spay, microchip, vaccines, and more. Contact the Vanderburgh Humane Society at (812) 426-2563 or www.vhslifesaver.org for details!

Student Group Raises Nearly $3,500 For Aurora

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The Southwest Association of Nursing Students (SWANS) at Ivy Tech Community College has raised $3,365.33 for the social service agency Aurora, through a barbecued meat sale.

The students decided they wanted to do something to assist the organization that serves homeless individuals in the area, following USI’s multi-institutional Symposium on Homelessness where they first heard of what Aurora does and its mission from Brian Kerney, executive director. Aurora’s mission states, “We believe that our community and its families will be stronger when everyone has a safe, decent and sustainable place to call home.” Kerney said that Aurora’s mission is similar to what nurses do. “We give tender loving care to people who have fallen into a pit and don’t know how to get out – and then we show them the way.”

In May 2016, Aurora and several other community agencies, learned their programs were not going to be funded in the federal Housing and Urban Development’s latest grant cycle, nor in the future.

Ivy Tech nursing students were moved to action. “We were impressed and amazed at all the great things they do. When we heard of them losing funding, we knew we had to do something,” said Ivy Tech student Lara Seibert. “We, as individuals and as nursing students, have a very similar background. We are all very compassionate and caring people. We want to be a light in the dark. We saw a local organization that was in need of help. Aurora does SO much for the community and the individuals in it. They deserved to have the same done for them.”

The Human Services student organization at Ivy Tech also raised over $200 for the agency.

HOLIDAY & NEW YEAR Thank-a-Teacher & Salute-A-Staffer

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TIS THE SEASON: It is time for our Thank-a-Teacher and Salute-a-Staffer card program. This is an easy way to thank your child’s or children’s teacher, school and/or support staff. Best of all, your gratitude will also provide a basis of funds to enrich the popular public school classroom grants provided by the Public Education Foundation of Evansville.

“Thank-A-Teacher” and “Salute-a-Staffer” contributions return to public schools in via direct

grants to teacher and administrator applicants. Since 1985, PEF has awarded nearly $8 million to public schools – funding 2,500+ projects and programs!

Before December 1 —SIMPLE AS 1, 2, 3

1) Think of the teacher(s) or staff member(s) whom you want to thank. 2) Complete the form below; add a page if you need to*
3) Give online or mail this form below with your contribution to PEF.

TO GIVE ON-LINE before December 1.

1. Go to www.pefevansville.org — Make a Donation — Thank a Teacher
2. Follow instructions; don’t forget the honoree’s name and your student(s) name.

By December 9, PEF staff will send the appropriate card for either teachers or staff members to the honorees in your name. With a small gift, as well. (Donation amounts are confidential.)

IT’S ALWAYS TIME FOR A “THANK YOU”

Please send your contribution with the form below using the enclosed envelope before December 11. PEF is a 501 c 3 non-profit; donations may be tax deductible.

Select: Thank a Teacher or Salute a Staffer
Teacher/Staff to Thank: _________________________________ School: ________________________

Add a page if you need to*

YourStudent’sName:________________________ Yourname:_______________________________

YourE-Mail:_______________________________ YourPhone:_______________________________

Your Address: ____________________________________________________________

Contribution Amount Enclosed: ____ $10 ____ $20 ____ $50 ___ $ other amount _______

*Multiple TY notes minimum gift equal to $5 each.

Public Education Foundation of Evansville PO Box 1163 Evansville, IN 47706

Trooper finds over 50 grams of Meth during Traffic Stop

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Vanderburgh County – Last night at approximately 11:35, Trooper Seth Rainey stopped the driver of a 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix for speeding on SR 66 near Mill Road.  During the traffic stop Rainey found approximately 55 grams of methamphetamine, approximately 30 grams of marijuana, a schedule four controlled substance and drug paraphernalia.  The driver, Jameson Allen Cox, 28, of Poseyville, was arrested without incident and taken to the Vanderburgh County Jail where he is currently being held without bond.

Arrested and Charges:

  • Jameson Allen Cox, 28, 188 North Nix Avenue, Poseyville, IN

1.Dealing Methamphetamine, Class 3 Felony
2.Dealing Marijuana, Class 6 Felony
3.Dealing Schedule 4 Controlled Substance, Class A Misdemeanor
4.Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Class C Misdemeanor

Attorney General applauds Surgeon General’s Landmark Report on Alcohol, Drugs and Health

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“How we respond to this crisis is a test for America” 

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – In a new, landmark Surgeon General’s report released today, alcohol and drug misuse and severe substance use disorders, commonly called addiction, are found to be one of America’s most pressing public health concerns. Nearly 21 million Americans – more than the number of people who have all cancers combined – suffer from substance use disorders.

“In the time since we launched the Indiana Prescription Drug Task Force in 2012, it has become alarmingly clear working with all the stakeholders in this battle, that addiction is a freight train that we must slow down,” Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller said. “This first of its kind report, is important for us as a nation to continue to find ways to work together to stop drug trafficking and to find treatment options for those who fall to addiction.”

Today’s report, Facing Addiction in America: The Surgeon General’s Report on Alcohol, Drugs, and Health, marks the first time a U.S. Surgeon General has dedicated a report to substance misuse and related disorders.

For the full report and executive summary, visit https://addiction.surgeongeneral.gov/

Earlier this month the Centers for Disease Control announced that they are removing Pain as the 5th vital sign in treating patients. Zoeller and the Task Force have been advocating for this change in an effort to adjust treatment of pain that reduces the risk of addiction.

At 4 PM EST, Director of National Drug Control Policy, Michael Botticelli will react to the Surgeon General’s report in a video feed found here.

Lawsuit challenging cities’ human rights ordinances stays in court

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Olivia Covington for www.theindianalawyer.com

A Hamilton County judge has ruled that a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of human rights ordinances in four Indiana cities can continue, despite the cities’ arguments that there was no legal standing to bring the suit.

Hamilton Superior Judge Steve Nation denied almost all of the motions the cities of Carmel, Indianapolis, Bloomington and Columbus filed to dismiss a lawsuit brought against them and their human rights ordinances by the Indiana Family Institute Inc., Indiana Family Action Inc. and the American Family Association of Indiana Inc. The three conservative family values organizations argue in their complaint that the human rights ordinances in each of the four cities, which all provide protections against LGBT discrimination, are unconstitutional and “substantially burden” the organizations’ religious freedom by preventing them from hosting pro-traditional marriage events in the cities.

Specifically, Terre Haute attorney Jim Bopp of the Bopp Law Firm argued before Nation on Nov. 2 that the “fix” to the controversial Religious Freedom Restoration Act was unconstitutional because it prohibits LGBT discrimination unless a person or organization is affiliated with a church or a member of the clergy. With the fix in place, Bopp said the family values groups have no legal protection against the human rights ordinances.

But counsel for the four cities told Nation at the hearing that the three organizations had not yet been negatively impacted by the ordinances and, thus, had no legal standing to bring their case. Further, the cities told Nation that because there had been no actual injury to IFI, IFA or AFA, the case was not ripe for judgment.

Specifically, the four cities, which all presented similar arguments, argued that the case should be dismissed on the basis of Indiana Trial Rules 8, 12(B)(1), 12(B)(6) and 19(A). Nation denied all motions for dismissal under Rules 8 and 12(B)(1).

However, the Hamilton County judge did dismiss IFI and IFA’s claims against the city of Indianapolis under 12(B)(6),  for “failure to state a claim upon which relief can be granted.” All other 12(B)(6) motions were denied.

Nation did grant the motions to dismiss under 19(A), writing that Bopp and the plaintiffs had 20 days to file a second amended complaint adding the state of Indiana or the appropriate state officials as a party. The cities had argued Nov. 2 that Republican Attorney General Greg Zoeller should have been included as a party to the suit, but Bopp said the state had the option of joining the complaint and chose not to.

Additionally, the individual members of the Indianapolis-Marion County Equal Opportunity Advisory Board, Bloomington Human Rights Commission and Columbus Human Rights Commission, who are named as defendants solely in the official capacities, were dismissed from the suit. However, motions to dismiss the Bloomington and Columbus human rights commissions were denied.

Libby Goodknight, attorney for the city of Carmel, Alan Whitted, Columbus city attorney, and Thomas Cameron, Bloomington assistant city attorney, all said they couldn’t comment on the order.

Pam Schneeman, attorney for the city of Indianapolis, and Bopp did not immediately return a message seeking comment on Nation’s order.

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