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IS IT TRUE JULY 3, 2015

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IS IT TRUE that EVSC Superintendent Dr. David Smith informed Brad Byrd during an interview on WTVW/WEHT on July 1, 2015 that the EVSC Board selected an out of town attorney negotiator to represent them in Union contract talks with the Teamsters Local 215 after the EVSC’s local attorneys chose not want to represent the EVSC in such discussions due to potential political concerns? …we wonder if the local attorney Dr. Smith talked about this issue being political was Pat Shoulders? …Pat Shoulders is the Attorney of record for EVSC?

IS IT TRUE we wonder why EVSC Superintendent Dr. David Smith would admit that the discussions between EVSC and the School Board has the potential of being political on TV? …discussions between EVSC and the Teamsters should be about contractual agreements, employee benefits, work place safety, retirement and other employments issues but not political concerns?

IS IT TRUE we would like to apologized to one of our readers that proved us wrong concerning EVSC School Superintendent Doctoral Degree? …we said that Dr. Smith has a Doctoral Degree from Harvard? …our reader was correct that Dr. Smith Doctoral Degree was from Oakland City University, Oakland City Indiana and not Harvard? …we must have been hoping for a Superintendent with Harvard-like qualifications.

IS IT TRUE we wonder why the EVSC School Board meets in Executive Session before every school board meeting? …we wonder why the Executive Session last 2 to 2 1/2 hours and the regular school board meeting last about an hour? …is it possible these Executive Sessions follow the letter of the law and comply with why an Executive Session is necessary and also that NO votes are taken and NO consensus is reached? …why have these Executive Sessions at EVSC has never been questions by the Courier and Press when ever other unit of government had been questioned about this?

IS IT TRUE we read in yesterday’s Courier and Press and found that ECHO HOUSING CORP Director Stephanie TenBarge’s statements interesting? …she feels if the city spends about $15 million of our hard earned tax dollars on the North Main project, it with attract many developers and businesses to locate on North Main? …is this the same Stephanie TenBarge that convinced the Director of the DMD to fund a $35,000 plus painted Mural on the side of building behind McDonald on North Main Street? …she believed that by painting this Mural on the side of a building it would encourage economic development? …we are finding out that some people in local government find it extremely easy to spend other people’s money? …your tax dollars at work under the Winnecke administration.

IS IT TRUE would it be better use of the North Main TIF money to go into the surrounding neighborhoods repairing streets, sidewalks and tearing down dilapidated houses? …these improvements would make a difference, not bike paths and murals?

IS IT TRUE we wonder how the North Main TIF Fund is going to pay $15 million dollars for renovation of that area when the fund has only $3.5 million in that account? …the Mayor is planning to borrow the additional $11.5 million dollars to fund that project? …again, pass it along to the taxpayers?

IS IT TRUE that Mayoral Candidate Gail Riecken’s campaign will be focusing on taking the message of the Winnecke administration’s lack of sound fiscal responsibility and total transparency to the voters.

IS IT TRUE the recent announcement about Gail Riecken’s new campaign Director shows she is ready to launch an extremely aggressive and sophisticated campaign for the office of Mayor of Evansville? …better get ready for an extremely interesting campaign because this is gonna be a good one folks?

Governor Pence Makes Appointments to Various Boards and Commissions

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Indianapolis – Governor Mike Pence recently appointed the following individuals to various boards and commissions.

 

Indiana Election Commission

Bryce H. Bennett, Jr. (Marion County), reappointed to serve a two-year term and to serve as chair through June 30, 2017

 

Indiana Commission for Women

Marta Pincheira (Johnson County), reappointed to serve as chair through June 30, 2016

 

Indiana State University Board of Trustees

Kathleen G. Cabello (Marion County), reappointed to serve a four-year term through June 30, 2019

David Campbell (Marion County), reappointed to serve a four-year term through June 30, 2019 as an alumni representative

Haley Elise Gravely (Johnson County), appointed to serve a two-year term through June 30, 2017 as a student representative

 

Regional Works Councils

Mark D. Fisher (Marion County), appointed to serve a two-year term through June 30, 2017 in Region 5

Tamara L. Kennedy (Floyd County), appointed to serve a two-year term through June 30, 2017 in Region 10

Elizabeth A. McCaw (Hamilton County), appointed to serve a two-year term through June 30, 2017 in Region 5

Brian C. Wiebe (Elkhart County), appointed to serve a two-year term through June 30, 2017 in Region 2

 

Serve Indiana Commission

Brig Gen Wayne L. Black (Marion County), appointed to serve a three-year term through June 30, 2018

Kathryn M. Clayton (Jennings County), appointed to serve a three-year term through June 30, 2018

Jane C. Crady (Shelby County), appointed to serve a three-year term through June 30, 2018

Mark L. Eutsler (Montgomery County), appointed to serve a three-year term through June 30, 2018

 

Indiana State Board of Nursing

Lydia Bopp (Boone County), appointed to serve a four-year term through June 30, 2019

Andrew F. Morrison (Marion County), appointed to serve a four-year term through June 30, 2019

India J. Owens (Shelby County), appointed to serve a four-year term through June 30, 2019

Mary J. Rock (Vanderburgh County), appointed to serve a four-year term through June 30, 2019

Ayana D. Russell (Marion County), appointed to serve a four-year term through June 30, 2019

 

Indiana State Police Board

James J Olszewski (Lake County), reappointed to serve a four-year term through June 30, 2019

 

State Workforce Innovation Council

Caryl A. Auslander (Hamilton County), appointed to serve a two-year term through June 30, 2017

JoAnn Brouillette (Tippecanoe County), appointed to serve a two-year term through June 30, 2017

Brian A. Burton (Hamilton County), reappointed to serve a two-year term through June 30, 2017

Gretchen K. Gutman (Marion County), appointed to serve a two-year term through June 30, 2017

Christopher D. Smith (Porter County), appointed to serve a two-year term through June 30, 2017

 

Evansville Riverfront 4th of July Fireworks Security & Safety

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The Evansville Police Department will provide security for the July 4th Festivities on the Evansville Riverfront. Between 40,000 and 50,000 people are estimated to attend the fireworks display which for years has been a special event for young and old alike.

The department will have officers working on motorcycles, bicycles, 4-wheelers, and on foot. The officers will be patrolling the Riverfront and surrounding area to provide for the safety and security of those attending the event as well as those who live in the area.

Although this is a time to celebrate, there are a number of safety concerns that the E.P.D. will be working to prevent:

• Unsupervised and irresponsible juveniles that fire / throw fireworks into the crowd – a responsible adult should accompany any juvenile to the event
• Disorderly Conduct / Fights – Zero tolerance – barred from the site
• Public Intoxication / Underage Drinking
• Fireworks at the site
• Theft
• Lost children

NOTE: All backpacks, oversized handbags, containers, satchels, etc. are subject to search by law enforcement officers

Due to the heavy amount of vehicle and pedestrian traffic and the congestion that will occur, the E.P.D. asks that those attending be patient and courteous and follow the traffic officer’s directions

The following items are prohibited:

• Any item viewed to be hazardous – Officer’s discretion
• Illegal substances (including narcotics) or drug paraphernalia
• Glass containers
• Skateboards, scooters, or personal motorized vehicles
• Bicycles
• Carts
• Fireworks
• Toy Guns
• Water Guns
• Laser pointers
• Non-collapsible chairs
• Large Tents
• Pets (except service dogs)
• No illegal vending is permitted. No unauthorized / unlicensed vendors allowed
• No unauthorized solicitations, handbills, sampling or give aways
• No metal aerosol containers, including sunscreen

Authorized items that you may bring:

• Coolers
• Food or Beverages
• Cameras
• Blankets
• Umbrellas (small not to block view of others)
• Baby Strollers
• Folding or collapsible chairs
• Binoculars
• Cell Phones

Citizens are encouraged to bring or wear:

• Sunscreen
• Water / Sport Drinks
• Wear hats
• Wear light colored clothing
• Comfortable shoes

 

Grouchy Grexit ATM

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Marriage Equality

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SCOTUS GAY MARRIAGE RULING

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Daily Off Topic Forum July 3, 2015

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PET OF THE WEEK

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If you’re seeking the “almost perfect dog,” Rufus is your man. He’s a Bernese Mountain dog mix, about 2 years old! He weighs 68 lbs. and loves car rides. He has a history of getting along with cats and dogs, and he would be great with kids! His $100 adoption fee includes his neuter, microchip, vaccines, & more! Visit www.vhslifesaver.org!

 

Daily Off Topic Forum July 2, 2015

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Three Year Old Seriously Injured After Being Attacked by a Dog

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July 1st at approximately 7:40p South Sector Patrol Officers responded to 840 Jackson Avenue regarding a child bitten by a dog. The first arriving officer saw a small, male child being held by a teenager on the porch two houses to the west of 840 Jackson Avenue. The child was found to be three years old. The teenager was later identified as the the babysitter for the three year old. The three year old child had a large laceration on the right side of his face from near his ear to his jaw and the skin was laying open. The child also had an injury to his lower right arm that appeared to be a broken bone just above his wrist.

The Evansville Fire Department (E.F.D.) and American Medical Response (A.M.R.) arrived and rendered medical aid to the child. The child was transported to St. Mary`s Medical Center by A.M.R. His mother was already there due to an unrelated medical issue. Detectives and Crime Scene also responded to the scene. Evansville Animal Control arrived and took custody of the dog.

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