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Minutes of the Board off Safety Meeting

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MINUTES

Wednesday, July 13th, 2016

Building Commission – Ron Beane Police Department – Chief Billy Bolin

Transportation & Services – Todd Robertson Fire Department – Chief Mike Connelly

~ Pledge of Allegiance ~

Business with Representatives:

Motion by Mike Lauderdale, 2nd by Michael Retter and so ordered to approve the following, upon Police Chief Billy Bolin’s approval:

A.  Dave Rector requests approval to appoint Edwin E. Bassemier as a Special Police Officer.

B.  Bob McCarty requests to amend the previously approved Evill Do-Rz Gearhead Club Car & Motorcycle Show scheduled for 4 September 2016.  The ending time was mistakenly written as 12:00pm on the application.  They would like an amendment to reflect the event ending at 12:00am.  He also would like to address the issue of the Franklin Street closure.

Mr. McCarty advised that he is requesting the Franklin Street closures from 8:00am through 12:00am to allow for pre-event set up and post event clean up.  The streets affected are the same streets used for the West Side Nut Club Cruise In.  There will be 35 volunteers working this event.  This is the first year for this event and it is not for profit.  Open to attendees at no cost.  Car show registrants will be charged a fee.  There will be vendors in the park and a free movie, ‘American Graffiti’, will play at night.  Mr. McCarty indicated that Hose House 5 is on alert and he plans to have 2 officers on duty working the event.  Safety Board Member Mike Lauderdale suggested that there be officers working as long as bars remain open and Mr. McCarty said he will comply.  Mr. McCarty advised that he is aware of the opposition from Ms. Reitz and that she will no longer be the General Manager of the businesses when the event is scheduled.  He scheduled this event for a Sunday after discussion with Ms. Reitz as to which day of the week would be best for an event.  He has also made concessions as to street closures in order to allow her customers to park.  He has unsuccessfully attempted to work out an agreeable solution with her as to the event times.  Mr. McCarty provided a signed petition by Franklin Street businesses, which will be open on the day of the event, indicating their support of the event and proposed times.  He also indicated that he anticipates hundreds of car owners from several states to participate in this event.  Mr. McCarty advised that he has spoken with the incoming General Manager, Paul, and Paul is ok with the event.

Motion by Michael Retter, 2nd by Mike Lauderdale and so ordered to approve the amended hours requested.  Matter was opened for discussion by Safety Board President JoAnne Smith.  (See C. below)

C.  Cindy Reitz of Gerst Haus/Sportsman’s/Smitty’s requests to address the Franklin Street closure planned for the Evill Do-Rz Gearhead Club Car & Motorcycle Show scheduled for 4 September 2016.

Ms. Reitz stated that, while she supports the scheduled event, she is opposed to the 16 hour long street closure and feels that a 6 to 8 hour closure would be ok.  Acceptable hours would be 8:00am to 3:00pm.  Ms. Reitz indicated that she feels the closure will negatively affect the businesses she represents.  She stated business hours are 11:00am through 9:00pm at Gerst Haus.  She feels that the Sunday after church lunch crowd will not be able to find adequate parking and as a result may choose not to eat at Gerst Haus.  She further indicated that the crowds at the event may decide to dine at the businesses later in the day which would cause excessive delays in customer service and leave a bad impression on patrons.

The members of the Safety Board ordered the matter to be tabled, for further review, to 10 August 2016 at 1:00 pm.  Evansville Police Department Sgt. Wittmer is to review the proposed closures.  Mr. McCarty is to return with an estimate of the number of participants registered for the event.  Board of Public Safety will accommodate a change of venue if it is necessary at the next meeting.

D.  Zac Conner, VP of Evansville Professional Fire Fighters Local 357, requests to address the board for approval of dates to collect for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.  Matter was tabled to today’s meeting from 22 June 2016 meeting.  Mr. Connor failed to appear.  Matter will be tabled until further advised by Mr. Connor that he will appear and provide dates/locations.

Departmental Reports:

  1. Police Department – Captain Stephanie Cox

Motion by Mike Lauderdale, 2nd by Michael Retter and so ordered to approve the following:

1.  Request approval by the Board to allow Lora Bennett, Finance Manager of the Evansville Police to authorize payments to vendors from the Escrow account at Old National Bank for the purchase of Police vehicles and equipment.   A report will be generated and forwarded to each member of the Board of Public Safety showing what items have been ordered and will update the report to show when payment is made by Old National Bank.  The board will receive this report until all items are paid through escrow.

Motion by Michael Retter, 2nd by Mike Lauderdale and so ordered to approve the following:

2.  Request approval to surplus 11 file cabinets from our Records Department.

Motion by Mike Lauderdale, 2nd by Michael Retter and so ordered to approve the following:

3.  Request the board’s approval for a one year extension for the lease covering EPD’s rental of the building at 917 W Indiana Street.  This is an extension of the existing lease with FH5 Properties.

  1. Fire Department  -  Chief Grimm

Motion by Michael Retter, 2nd by Mike Lauderdale and so ordered to approve the following:

1.  Request approval to accept $250 donation from Mead Johnson Nutritional.  To be used for Fire Safety materials in schools.

Motion by Mike Lauderdale, 2nd by Michael Retter and so ordered to approve the following:

2.  Request approval to trade the following vehicle, to be traded in on the new Mechanic Service truck.

2000 Dodge Van

VIN:  2B7JB21Y4YK178471

Mileage:  131564  (as of 7/1/2016)

EFD Vehicle ID:  0004

Motion by Michael Retter, 2nd by Mike Lauderdale and so ordered to approve the following:

3.  Request approval to accept $100 donation from Ms. Joan Hamilton.  To be used to supply batteries for pulse ox. machine & smoke detectors.

  1. Building Commission – June Maples

Motion by Michael Retter, 2nd by Mike Lauderdale and so ordered to approve the following:

1.  Request approval to close Main Street for demolition of 217 and 219 Main St., the two fire damaged buildings.  Date to be determined and Building Commission to notify BPS Secretary to ensure there are no previously scheduled events that may conflict, as well as to advise the appropriate agencies of the pending closure.

  1. Transportation & Services – Todd Robertson

Consent Section:

A.  Special Event Request

Motion by Mike Lauderdale, 2nd by Michael Retter and so ordered to approve the following:

  1. cMoe requests approval of Kids Comic Con (Science Show) on 23 July 2016 from 8:30 am through 10:30 am.  Closing Locust from 5th Street to 6th Street.  *** BARRICADES REQUESTED. ***

B.  Handicap Parking

Motion by Michael Retter, 2nd by Mike Lauderdale and so ordered to approve the following:

1.   636 Adams Avenue – Request approval of handicap parking designation.  Review of property revealed driveway is unusable and creates a valid reason to allow an exception to provide an on-street “Handicap” parking space.  This exception will only be valid for applicant and when she would vacate the residence, any new applicants may be denied.

C.  Road Closure

Motion by Mike Lauderdale, 2nd by Michael Retter and so ordered to approve the following:

1.   Germania Maennerchor requests approval to close the inside south bound lane of 916 N Fulton Avenue, in front of Germania Maennerchor, from August 4th at 3:00pm through August 6th at 12:00am.  This will help to ensure the safety of patrons entering and exiting the Volksfest. *** BARRICADES AND SIGNAGE REQUESTED ***

D.  Taxi Cab Driver License

Motion by Michael Retter, 2nd by Mike Lauderdale and so ordered to approve the following:

 

OTHER BUSINESS:

Motion by Michael Retter, 2nd by Mike Lauderdale and so ordered to approve the following:

  1. Approve claims.

Motion by Mike Lauderdale, 2nd by Michael Retter and so ordered to approve the following:

  1. Approve the minutes from Wednesday, June 22nd, 2016.

Announcements:

Motion by Mike Lauderdale, 2nd by Michael Retter and so ordered to approve the following:

Next Meeting, August 10th, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. (Not enough members for quorum on 27 July 2016)

Motion by Michael Retter, 2nd by Mike Lauderdale and so ordered to approve the following:

Adjourned:  _________1:48 p.m.___________

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JoAnne Smith, President

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Mike Retter, Vice President

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Mike Lauderdale, Member

Economic Week in Review: More Strong Economic News for Indiana

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Japan-Based Auto Supplier Grows Production in Gibson County

Toyota Supplier Adding Indiana Jobs

Inside Indiana Business

PRINCETON – A Japanese auto component manufacturer is planning to add up to 160 jobs in Princeton as part of a production expansion. Toyota Boshoku Indiana LLC is looking to invest more than $10.5 million to produce seats and doors for the Toyota Highlander, which is currently assembled at the nearby Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indiana Inc. plant.

Car manufacturer plans to expand facility

The Statehouse File

INDIANAPOLIS – Automotive component manufacturer, Toyota Boshoku Indiana, announced the company is planning to expand its facility in Princeton, Indiana.

Japan-Based Auto Supplier Grows Production In Gibson County

WYRZ

Indianapolis – Toyota Boshoku Indiana, an automotive component manufacturer, announced plans today to expand its production operations here, resulting in the creation of up to 160 new jobs.

New jobs coming with Toyota Boshoku expansion in Princeton

WAVE

PRINCETON, IN (WFIE) -Toyota Boshoku Indiana announced plans to expand its production operation in Gibson County, which will create up to 160 new jobs.

Toyota parts supplier adding 160 jobs in expansion

Indianapolis Business Journal 

A manufacturer that supplies components to Toyota Motor Corp. has launched a $10.6 million expansion in Indiana, paving the way for up to 160 more jobs at its Princeton operations, the company announced Tuesday.

Toyota supplier to add 160 jobs at Gibson County plant

Evansville Courier & Press

Toyota Boshoku Indiana, an automotive component manufacturer, announced plans to expand its production operations in the area, resulting in the creation of as many as 160 new jobs.

Governor Pence Announces Plan to Invest $1 Billion in Hoosier Innovation & Entrepreneurship

‘Tectonic Shift’ For Indiana Innovation

Inside Indiana Business

INDIANAPOLIS - A new plan detailed this morning by Governor Mike Pence at the Innovation Showcase in Speedway calls for a $1 billion investment into accelerating entrepreneurship in the state. The 10-year plan aims to support government, education and research institution efforts to promote, create and grow innovation throughout Indiana. The idea, says Pence, is to ensure Indiana “plays a leading role” in taking on long-term challenges and supporting economic growth, job creation and talent attraction along the way.

Governor Pence Announces Plan To Invest $1 Billion In Hoosier Innovation & Entrepreneurship

WBIW

(INDIANAPOLIS) – Governor Mike Pence announced plans Thursday to invest $1 billion over the next 10 years to advance innovation and entrepreneurship in Indiana.

Indiana Gov. Mike Pence Proposes $1B for Innovation, Entrepreneurship

Xconomy

Indiana Governor Mike Pence on Thursday unveiled plans to invest $1 billion in Hoosier innovation and entrepreneurship over 10 years, in what he calls a “third century” strategy for growth. Indiana is celebrating its bicentennial this year.

Indiana Gov. Mike Pence Commits $1 Billion to Investment in Entrepreneurship

Government Technology

Pence today introduced several new policy proposals, as well as an executive order, meant to foster entrepreneurship. The initiatives range from investing state pension money in fast-growing companies to making venture capital tax credits transferable.

Indiana Governor Mike Pence wants to invest $1 billion for jobs over 10 years

Fort Wayne News-Sentinel

Pence outlined a plan Thursday that calls for collaboration among government, education and research institutions, communities and the private sector to head off potential threats to growth, such as shortages of workers and investment funds. He says $500 million could come from using part of a state pension fund to invest in new and growing companies.

10-year, $1 billion plan from Pence

FW Journal Gazette

INDIANAPOLIS – Gov. Mike Pence on Thursday announced a plan to invest $1 billion over the next 10 years in innovation and entrepreneurship. But much of that investment is already occurring.

Pence wants to invest $1 billion for jobs over 10 years

WANE

Pence outlined a plan Thursday that calls for collaboration among government, education and research institutions, communities and the private sector to head off potential threats to growth, such as shortages of workers and investment funds. He says $500 million could come from using part of a state pension fund to invest in new and growing companies.

Indiana investing $1 billion in advanced innovation and entrepreneurship

WNDU

While at the 8th annual Innovation Showcase in Indianapolis, the governor announced a plan to boost entrepreneurship and innovation in Indiana for years to come.

Tech Sector Plans More Growth, 160 New Jobs in Central Indiana

Tech Companies Adding Hoosier Jobs

Inside Indiana Business

INDIANAPOLIS – Two more technology companies are expanding in Indianapolis. The plans from PactSafe and WDD Software involve around 160 new jobs over the next few years.

Family-owned business expanding, adding jobs in Indy

The Statehouse File

INDIANAPOLIS – Business-to-business customer experience consulting firm, Walker Information, plans to build a new headquarters on the north side of Indianapolis.

Pair of software firms plan to add a combined 160 jobs

Indianapolis Business Journal 

Central Indiana’s technology sector continued its run of expansion announcements Monday, with PactSafe and WDD Software rolling out plans to add a combined 160 employees over the next few years

Aerospace Association Picks Indiana for Conference

Aerospace Association Picks Indiana For Conference

WBIW 

(FARNBOROUGH, England) – Tuesday at the 2016 Farnborough International Airshow (FIA), the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) announced plans to host its Supplier Management Council conference in Indianapolis in the spring of 2018.

Indy chosen as host city for 2018 Aerospace Industries Association conference

IndyStar

The Aerospace Industries Association has chosen Indianapolis for its supplier management council conference in spring 2018

Family-Owned Consulting and Analytics Company Adding High-Wage Jobs in Indianapolis

Walker Information plans to build $11M HQ, add 30 jobs

Indianapolis Business Journal 
Walker Information, a family-owned consulting firm that uses analytics to clients retain and add customers, said Wednesday that it will build a new headquarters near Keystone at the Crossing and will add up to 30 jobs by 2020.

Walker Details Plans For New Indy HQ

Inside Indiana Business

INDIANAPOLIS - Indianapolis-based Walker Information Inc. is planning to pump $11 million into a new headquarters on the city’s north side. The company says it will add up to 30 jobs by 2020 as a result.

Japan-Based Auto Supplier Expands Manufacturing in Shelby County

Manufacturer plans $97M expansion, 150 jobs in Shelbyville

Indianapolis Business Journal 

A Japan-based manufacturer plans to spend $97.5 million to expand its Shelbyville operations, adding up to 150 employees by the end of 2018, the company announced Wednesday.

Shelbyville Attracts More International Investment

Inside Indiana Business

SHELBYVILLE - Japan-based Ryobi Limited has announced plans to expand its operations in Shelbyville, creating up to 150 new jobs by 2018. The company will invest nearly $100 million to purchase and equip a facility next to its existing Shelbyville die casting operations. Ryobi Die Casting Inc. launched in 1985 and employs more than 800 workers. The company says it plans to hire for manufacturing and management positions over the next 18 months.

 

Catch the Latest Edition of “The Indiana State Police Road Show”

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Indiana - Catch the latest edition of the “Indiana State Police Road Show” radio program every Monday morning at your convenience.

This week’s show features Indiana State Police First Sergeant Ty Utterback of the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division. F/Sgt. Utterback discusses newly enacted commercial motor vehicle transportation laws.

Download the program from the Network Indiana public websites at www.networkindiana.com.  Look for the state police logo on the main page and follow the download instructions. The ISP Road Show can also be viewed via YouTube.

Go to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu5Bg1KjBd7H1GxgkuV3YJA or visit the Indiana State Police website at http://www.in.gov/isp/   and click on the YouTube link. This 15 minute talk show concentrates on public safety and informational topics with state wide interest.

The radio program was titled “Signal-10” in the early sixties when it was first started by two troopers in northern Indiana. The name was later changed to the “Indiana State Police Road Show” and is the longest continuously aired state police public service program in Indiana.

Radio stations across Indiana and the nation are invited to download and air for FREE this public service program sponsored by the Indiana State Police Alliance and Cops for Kids, a subsidiary of the Indiana State Police Alliance.

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BREAKING NEWS FROM T V CHANNEL 44

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BREAKING NEWS FROM T V CHANNEL 44-TRUMP WANTS PENCE AS HIS VP

Donald trump has said what most media outlets have been reporting. He wants Indiana Governor Mike Pence to be his Vice President. Trump made the announcement on Twitter. Shortly after that Pence filed papers officially removing his name from the November ballot in the race for Governor. Shortly after that, Lieutenant Governor Eric Holcomb removed his name as a candidate for Lieutenant Governor.

Holcomb says he is interested in running for Governor. Congresswoman Susan Brooks and Congressman Todd Rokita have said the same thing. Evansville Mayor Lloyd Winnecke says he will not seek the office.

Below are several statements officials in Indiana have released concerning Trump’s decision to pick Mike Pence as his running mate.

DAN COATS:

“Governor Pence is a proven leader with both executive and legislative experience. As Indiana’s governor, he has continued our state’s remarkable economic progress and pushed for more effective, efficient government. He’s served in leadership in Congress and understands how the federal government operates. Governor Pence’s communications skills, long history as a conservative leader and Midwestern common-sense will be an asset to the Trump campaign.

“Most importantly, Mike and Karen are people of integrity with hearts for public service. I congratulate both of them on this high honor.”

LT. GOVERNOR HOLCOMB:

“Donald Trump has selected as his running mate a man of unimpeachable integrity, broad experience and a deep love of this country. Governor Mike Pence’s record of leadership in balancing budgets and supporting a business climate where ingenuity can flourish will be invaluable and needed assets to the country. The governor’s selection also reflects well on the tremendous successes Indiana has achieved over the last 12 years and the Trump/Pence Administration will be great partners as we continue to move Indiana forward.”

Indiana Democratic Party Chairperson John Zody:

“Mike Pence has spent the past three years focused only on his personal ambition. He has embarrassed Hoosiers, signed divisive and discriminatory legislation into law, and alienated the business community –costing our state money in the process. Unfortunately, that qualifies him as a compatible running mate for Donald Trump, who is out only for himself and running one of the most toxic presidential campaigns in history.

“As he crisscrosses the country promoting Donald Trump, Mike Pence will need to account for his failed record as our governor. This includes the discriminatory RFRA that has cost our economy over $60 million, an anti-abortion law with some of the most outrageous restrictions in the country, and a lagging state economy that is underperforming the national average and our closest neighboring states.”

JOHN GREGG:

“This campaign has always been about Indiana’s future and who is best equipped to clean up the mess Mike Pence made. I look forward to hearing from my opponents if they’ll continue his damaging policies or join me working to correct them. In the meantime, I’ll continue outlining my plans for creating and retaining high-paying jobs, strengthening schools, fixing long neglected infrastructure, combating the state’s drug epidemic and all the other very real challenges facing Hoosiers which have taken a back seat to Mike Pence’s personal ambition and extreme ideologies for so long.”

GREGG STATEMENT ON PENCE VP SELECTION

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GREGG STATEMENT ON PENCE VP SELECTION

INDIANAPOLIS – John Gregg, Democratic candidate for governor, issued the following statement today reacting to the news that Gov. Mike Pence will seek the Republican nomination for Vice President and drop his bid for re-election.

“This campaign has always been about Indiana’s future and who is best equipped to clean up the mess Mike Pence made. I look forward to hearing from my opponents if they’ll continue his damaging policies or join me working to correct them. In the meantime, I’ll continue outlining my plans for creating and retaining high-paying jobs, strengthening schools, fixing long neglected infrastructure, combating the state’s drug epidemic and all the other very real challenges facing Hoosiers which have taken a back seat to Mike Pence’s personal ambition and extreme ideologies for so long.”

For more information on John Gregg, Christina Hale or their campaign, please visit www.greggforgovernor.com or call 317-510-1876.

SCAM ALERT: TRAFFIC TICKET VIOLATION EMAIL

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The Sheriff’s Office has received reports of a targeted email scam involving fake notices of traffic violations.

The scammers appear to grab publicly facing email addresses off business websites and then email the “violator” a notice of a traffic violation that is alleged to have occurred near the area of the business.

Speed detection or traffic signal cameras are not used anywhere in Vanderburgh County or the City of Evansville. Violation notices of any type are never emailed.

Note in the example shown below the fake notice fails to include such basic information as the date and time of the violation, a vehicle description, a license plate number or a photo of the violator vehicle taken by the traffic camera.

Complaints regarding email scams and “phishing” attempts can be reported to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center here. Known as “IC3”, the center serves as a central hub to receive, develop, and refer criminal complaints regarding occurrences of cyber-crime.

Vanderburgh County Recent Booking Records

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IS IT TRUE JULY 15, 2016

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IS IT TRUE that Donald Trump has postponed the announcement of Mike Pence as his running mate, ostensibly due to the events in Nice France? … That Trump also denies that a “final, final decision” has been made about who is his VP candidate? … That noon today is the deadline for Pence to withdraw from the gubernatorial race, although the governor is currently in NYC?

IS IT TRUE we stick by our July 11, 2016 post that Donald Trump will announce that Governor Pence will be his running mate?

IS IT TRUE don’t be surprised to hear that State Auditor Suzanne Crouch may be a candidate for Lieutenant Governor if the right people approach her? ..Suzanne is not only one hell of a campaigner but also one heck of a fundraiser?  … we highly recommend that the good folks in the mainstream media pay special attention to political activities of State Auditor Suzanne Crouch over the next several days?

IS IT TRUE that Mitch Daniels will not answer his Party’s call to run for governor? … that it is also true that another front-runner to fill Pence’s slot, Brian Bosma, has also removed his name from consideration?  …we hear that Mayor Winnecke has been quietly talking around to see if he has enough support to make a run for Governor?

IS IT TRUE that yesterday the City-County Observer posted its first “Breaking News” story furnished to us by Channel 44? … that we look forward to sharing more “Breaking News”  from Channel 44  with our readers?

IS IT TRUE Evansville will be switching up its disinfectant used in treating city water? …Evansville will be using Free Chlorine rather than Chloramine?  …that Free Chlorine is a slightly stronger disinfectant than Chloramine, and it is used to remove more resistant bacteria and viruses that may be found in the water distribution system?

IS IT TRUE that two Evansville apartment complexes have been named in aa alleged complaint of housing discrimination?  …the complaint against AMP Residential a company based out of Indianapolis?   …Its alleged to the have discriminated against families at 20 properties?  …its alleged that the two apartment complexes located in Evansville are Addison Place and North Park Apartments?

IS IT TRUE our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Nice, France in the aftermath of the terrorist attack that took place on the French equivalent of the Fourth of July?

FOOTNOTE:  Todays “READERS POLL” question is  Who would you support for Governor?

Barbados Heads $50,000 Don Bernhardt Memorial

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The 4-year-old colt Barbados has been banging heads with the best sprinters in the country. Now he gets a class break in Saturday’s $50,000 Don Bernhardt Memorial Stakes at Ellis Park.
Barbados, who was purchased for $340,000 as a 2-year-old at the 2014 Keeneland November sale after winning a maiden race by five lengths, is the class of a solid field of older horses racing 6 1/2 furlongs in the Bernhardt. But he’s trying to regain the form that saw him capture Gulfstream Park’s $100,000 Spectacular Bid and Grade III Hutcheson Stakes for new owner Suzanne Stables and trainer Mike Tomlinson.
The colt’s only victory in nine starts since was a $100,000 stakes at Tampa Bay Downs that kicked off his 4-year-old season. But in that stretch he’s run in some of the top sprint stakes, including giving sprint champion Runhappy his closest competition of 2015 when Barbados was second in Keeneland’s Grade III Phoenix. 
Barbados has been plagued by foot problems that appear behind him. A five-furlong workout in 59 4/5 seconds — fastest of the morning — at Churchill Downs last Monday indicates all is well with the son of Speightstown, himself a champion sprinter.
“It’s a class drop compared with what he’s been running against,” said Billy Lawson, assistant trainer to Tomlinson. “He worked awful good Monday. I think this is what he needs to get his confidence built back up. But he’s training like a bear. Hopefully he’ll get the job done. He couldn’t be doing any better right now. If he wins, we’ve got bigger things we can look forward to. He’s going into this race as good as he’s ever gone into a race.”
Barbados will be ridden by Joe Rocco Jr., who won last week’s $50,000 Ellis Park Turf on the grass mare Sweet Acclaim, whose connections also were using that stakes as a step back to set up more steps forward.
But as Barbados’ tepid 7-2 odds indicate, there are others with legitimate chances.
Black Bear, the 4-1 second choice in the field of eight older horses, is 6 years old and has raced only 13 times, winning seven. He was off for 2 1/2 years when he showed up in a $50,000 claiming race this spring at Churchill Downs, finishing third. Trainer Randy Morse claimed Black Bear for $62,500 out of his next start, which the gelding won by four lengths while earning a 100 Bris speed figure that matched his career high.
Others: $251,971-earner Speightsong, also a son of Speightstown; $250,133-earner Bump Start; seven-time winner Tanner’s Popsicle; the Indiana-bred stakes-winner Mister Pollard; along with Gorgeous Bird and Mr Business.
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