The EPD is asking for the public’s help on locating suspects in a robbery and criminal confinement as well as the victim’s vehicle.
At approximately 12 noon on Friday, July 15, 2016 officers responded to 514 West Oregon to the report that a man had been tied up and robbed. The victim, Harold Shelton, stated that two people that he identified as Andre Bell and Kellie Rogers had hit him causing him to lose consciousness. He said that they then tied him up and stole his vehicle along with other items from his apartment.
The victim’s vehicle is a 1985 Chev S10 Blazer. It is blue over silver with an Indiana, In God We Trust License plate, XLA 120.
It is believed that the vehicle may still be in the possession of the suspects. If the vehicle is located, please call 911 and do not attempt to take any other actions.
The suspects are described as follows:
Andre Bell – 30 years-old, B/M – 5’10’’ – 180 pounds with tattoos of a “tear drop” and “triangles” under his right eye, a tattoo of “Natisha” under his left eye and a tattoo of “Barbara” on his left arm.
Kellie Rogers – 29 years-old, W/F – 5’7” – 130 pounds with a tattoo of a heart on her upper chest and a tattoo of a rose on fire on her left arm.
If anyone has knowledge about the crime or the location of the suspects, please call the Evansville Police Department at 812-436-7979 or the WeTip line at 1-800-78-CRIME.

MINUTES

Wednesday, July 13^th, 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, 2^nd 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, 2^nd 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, 2^nd 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, 2^nd 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 5^th Street to 6^th 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 4^th at 3:00pm through August 6^th 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 22^nd, 2016.

Announcements:

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

Next Meeting, August 10^th, 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

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