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IS IT TRUE MAY 12, 2015

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IS IT TRUE the 2015 primary election results are in?  … can we use them to evaluate the Mayoral candidates likelihood of success in the fall?

IS IT TRUE there were a total of 6,503 votes cast in the Primary?   …the results show Mayor Winnecke receiving 1,723 to Gail Riecken’s 3,785 or a difference of 2,062?

IS IT TRUE It’s no secret that many more people voted in the Democratic primary than in the Republican primary?  … the Republican Party has found two strong candidates (Hargis and Elpers), the party failed to file anywhere near a full slate let alone enough candidates to have contested primaries?  … does this discrepancy between the Republican and Democrat slates invalidate any comparison of the Mayoral totals or can they still be a guide to how this race is shaping up?

IS IT TRUE any time that someone looks at numbers whether for a polling agency or to interpret election results?  …certain assumptions are made which allow whomever is analyzing the data to make an educated guess as to what happened and what is likely to happen in the future?

IS IT TRUE during the 2011 general election, there were 21,673 votes cast for Mayoral candidatesI?  … If we assume that the 6,503 people that voted in the primary will return to vote in the fall, then we would expect Mayor Winnecke to remain approximately 2,000 votes behind after their votes are tallied?  … after those 6,500 people cast their ballots, there should be around 15,000 votes remaining?  …In order to tie, Mayor Winnecke would have to receive 2,000 votes to offset Ms. Riecken’s lead and then get an additional 6,500 of the remaining 13,000 votes.?  …In other words, after losing the race among the roughly 6,500 primary voters by over 2,000 votes, the Mayor would have to get over 65% of the remaining 15,000 votes to win?

IS IT TRUE the only assumptions made in this analysis are that the primary voters will vote in a substantially similar manner to how they voted this month?  …an assumption was made that roughly the same number of voters will turn out this fall as they did four years ago?

IS IT TRUE while it is unfair to directly compare the primary vote totals of the two Mayoral candidates, the numbers can be used to give us a reasonable guide as to what to expect in the fall?  Also the wild card in this analysis are the votes that may be received by the Libertarian and Independent candidates in the Fall General election?

IS IT TRUE we can’t wait to read your causal analysis on this subject?

Please take time and vote in todays “Readers Poll”. Also we just posted our current TRI-STATE VOICES TV show. This weeks guests are Courier and Press political reporter Zack Evans and Channel 25 reporter Jordan Vandenberge discussing the primary election results. This is a must view program.

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University of Evansville Announces Outstanding Senior Awards

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Hlawn K. Zathang, an accounting major from Indianapolis, Indiana, and Nathan Graves, an education major from Renssalaer, Indiana, were named the University of Evansville’s Outstanding Seniors during today’s Commencement at the Ford Center.

The Mabel Dillingham Nenneker and Guthrie May Outstanding Senior Service Awards are the highest honors the University presents to one female and one male senior. They are named for two of the University’s most respected alumni, Mabel Dillingham Nenneker and Guthrie May.

Zathang was the recipient of the Mabel Dillingham Nenneker Outstanding Senior Service Award. She graduated with an accounting degree and has earned sufficient credit hours to sit for the Certified Public Accountant exam following graduation.

In 2008, Zathang moved with her family to America from Burma (now Myanmar). Nobody in her family spoke English, so she committed to learn English fast in order to assist her family with the transition. Zathang has also volunteered to assist other refugee families relocate to America. She is one of approximately 10,000 Burmese people now living in south Indianapolis. Through these experiences, Zathang became inspired to give back by helping others.  Since her arrival in Evansville, she has volunteered at the Evansville ARC Industries, Little Sisters of the Poor, and Pine Haven Nursing Home.

Zathang is involved with the Burmese American Institute, a not-for-profit organization that helps students and people in the community focusing on college research, tutoring, and childcare development. Zathang helps students with research, tracks cash flow for the Institute’s program, calculates staff payroll, organizes participant, staff, and organization partner files, and assists with fiscal reporting.

Overall, Zathang says, “It is obvious that through my four years at the University of Evansville, I have not only grown in an education aspect, but I also discovered what it means to be a good citizen. I also realize the size of my responsibility starting with my family, to the community, and to the world.”

The Guthrie May Award was presented to Graves, who was also the ceremony’s senior keynote speaker. He graduated with a bachelor of science in special education and elementary education, and will attend Vanderbilt University in the fall to pursue a master’s degree for a future in higher education.

Graves helped incoming and potential students as an admission ambassador and orientation leader, and was involved with local schools through practicums and internships. He served as event coordinator for an after school program that finds homes for those whose situations leave them without a place to live.

Graves was inspired to enroll in a social responsibility class to become more culturally competent, and participated in training provided by the Anti-Defamation League. He went on to lead small group discussions on campus in an effort to educate others in diversity and acceptance.

His list of involvements is long, but he says it’s not titles, the clubs, or the committees that matter – his participation was always with the goal to understand people better and to help in situations where there was opportunity to make a positive impact on others and help people.

“As I look forward to a career in higher education,” Graves says, “I know that each day will provide me with an opportunity to do something meaningful for the rest of my life. It will not be easy, and I may not get a lot of rest at night, but I can be a part – even if it is a small part – of a crucial time in a person’s

IS IT TRUE MAY 11, 2015

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IS IT TRUE we were told by creditable sources that Steven Wozniak will soon he will be announcing that he will run for Mayor of Evansville as an Independent candidate? …he is now eligible to run because he recently had his Class D Felony charges stemming from 1995 conviction  for selling  “Mary Jane/Hemp” at the age of 22 expunged by the Vanderburgh Superior Court ?

IS IT TRUE we can expect Mr. Wozniak to mix things up because he is known as a colorful character?  …Mr. Wozniak is a strong fiscal conservative and social liberal?  …we expect Mr. Wozniak to draw the attention from voters from both sides of political aisle?  …all we can say is get ready for an interesting Mayoral campaign?

IS IT TRUE if Mayoral candidate State Representative Gail Riecken expects to be elected Mayor she needs to consider doing the following things?  …she needs to have a ” come to Jesus Meeting”  with the union controlled and ineffective Democratic party Chairman?  …Mrs. Riecken and key staff members need to start attending all neighborhood meetings?  …she needs to find out if all the Democratic City Council and City Clerk candidates are going to support her in the General election? …Mrs. Riecken should demand that City Council and City Clerk candidates publicly endorse her and her platform?  …she needs to stop trying to convince local “Union Bosses” to come over and support her election for Mayor because they are in the political tank of the Mayor? …she needs to come up with a strong fiscal campaign platform that will get the attention of the masses?

IS IT TRUE Mayor Winnecke and State Representative Gail Riecken political fundraising activities are doing extremely well?

IS IT TRUE we are getting many e-mails inquiring if the local Libertarian party are going to run any candidates for Mayor, City Council or City Clerk positions?  …all we can say is that we have been told by reliable sources that we can expect them to attempt to mount  a serious challenge to some of the above positions?

IS IT TRUE that Mayor Winnecke and State Representative have both hired highly experienced, qualified and very effective Campaign Managers to manage their campaigns? … both Campaign Managers have congressional and statewide experiences in managing and WINNING very tough campaigns?

IS IT TRUE please don’t miss tomorrows IIT because it will be extremely interesting?

Please take time and vote in todays “Readers Poll”.   Also we just posted our current TRI-STATE VOICES TV show.  This weeks guests are Courier and Press political reporter Zack Evans and Channel 25 reporter Jordan Vandenberge discussing the primary election results.  This is a must view program.

Copyright 2015 City County Observer. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

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Councilman Adams Responses to Promenade’s Steve Martin’s Video of May 4th 

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Dr. Dan Adams

Ivy Tech’s inclusion in the Medical campus remains a goal of everyone involved. That institution’s funding issue is but a temporary setback. Many are working to ensure Ivy Tech’s partnership in the project that remains integral to the overarching goals for Evansville’s Allied Health Consortium campus. I know I am !

The downtown Evansville, bipartisanly derived site was selected in a fair bidding process. It was done by an impartial review of the IU Board of Trustees and has been now additionally confirmed by the State Legislature. All bids included financial information for each development plan. The IU Board of Trustees examined every element of each proposal. They determined that the Downtown Evansville proposal was fiscally sound, and most in line with IU’s long-term goals for the Evansville Medical campus. The Indiana University Medical School polled students wanted it there too.

There were elements of our proposal that other locations did not offer. The Downtown Evansville campus is the only proposed site that is centrally located to the partner schools and their students. It also affords students and employees of all levels of income easy access to the METS downtown public transit system hub. The downtown site offers a walkable community for students and staff of the Medical center. Restaurants, stores, arts & entertainment, museums, churches of various denominations, the riverfront and more are within easy access by walking or riding a bike. AND the Downtown TIF funds HAVE to be used there ! The three various clinics close by the downtown campus will offer many, varied patients for the all students to see and learn from.

Yes, the campus being located in Downtown Evansville we trust will spur downtown redevelopment and growth. In a few short years, it will grow jobs in construction, retail, food & beverage and other sectors and, of course, the campus jobs. And more people will be living downtown. All of this will increase tax revenue for the City. It was a no brainer for the City of Evansville to make a sizable investment in a Downtown location for the IU Medical Center campus. It’s an investment that will realize a solid return in assured future growth of tax revenue. BUT in the final analysis, it is also the BEST place for all the students to come together and learn, including the great Ivy Tech ones.

H. Dan Adams, MD MBA

Evansville City Council President

Please take time and vote in todays “Readers Poll”. Also we just posted our current TRI-STATE VOICES TV show. This weeks guests are Courier and Press political reporter Zack Evans and Channel 25 reporter Jordan Vandenberge discussing the primary election results. This is a must view program.

Copyright 2015 City County Observer. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Herman’s Hermits Featuring Gary Puckett and The Union Gap to perform at Victory Theatre September 24

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Herman’s Hermits

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Gary Puckett and The Union Gap

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 AT 7:00 PM

The Indiana Section of the American Water Works Association will host a benefit concert starring Herman’s Hermits and Gary Puckett and The Union Gap at The Victory Theatre on September 24th at 7:00pm. Two of the most successful musical groups of the sixties featured on one stage, one night!

Universally regarded as one of Rock and Roll’s finest and most versatile entertainers, Peter Noone is second to none! Over 60 million records sold, Herman’s Hermits’ biggest hits include: I’m Henry VIII, I Am; Mrs. Brown You’ve Got A Lovely Daughter; There’s A Kind Of Hush; I’m Into Something Good. Gary Puckett’s powerful and unmistakable voice garnered 6 consecutive Gold Records and Top 10 Billboard hits. His signature hits include: Young Girl; Woman Woman; Lady Willpower.

Proceeds from this event go to the Water for People Charity. Corporate sponsorships opportunities are available, including a range of ticket package options, media recognition, and a letter acknowledging the tax- deductible donation. The public is invited to contribute by making donations or by inquiring as to how they can become more involved. Please visit www.waterforpeopleevansville.com for more information.

Tickets may be purchased at The Ford Center Ticket Office, www.Ticketmaster.com or by phone at 800-745- 3000.

JOHN MELLENCAMP Coming to Evansville

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Wednesday, May 27 at 7:30pm
JOHN MELLENCAMP
Plain Spoken Tour
Featuring Carlene Carter
Grammy-winning musician John Mellencamp has touched the heart and souls of music listeners and influenced American Culture with enduring songs, he  is also one of the most successful live concert performers in the world. A man with a conscience, he used his visibility and influence to advocate an issue that hit close to home and became one of the founding members of Farm Aid, an organization that began in 1985 to raise awareness about the loss of family farms.  The Farm Aid concerts have raised over $45 million to promote a resilient family farm system of agriculture.
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Price: $119.50, $85, $65, $42.50
There’s still have time to book a Dinner and Show for the John Mellencamp concert! Call Jennifer at 812-435-5770 ext. 202 for details!

Governor Pence to Allow Partial Moratorium on New Nursing Facility Construction to Become Law

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Indianapolis – Governor Mike Pence issued the following statement regarding SEA 460, which provides a three-year partial moratorium on the construction of new nursing home facilities.  Previous administrations have enacted similar or more comprehensive moratoriums in 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2011.

 

“As a strong advocate of free-market economics, I hesitate to support any restriction on commerce, but in an industry that derives 85 percent of its revenue from state and federal sources, we must always consider the impact of our policies on the cost to taxpayers. Despite my reservations, I am willing to allow a partial moratorium to become law without my signature because, on balance, it serves the interests of Indiana taxpayers and gives industry time to adjust to anticipated changes to long-term care.

 

“Hoosiers should know that this is a partial moratorium that includes several prudent exceptions that will not restrict construction of replacement nursing facilities and the construction of new nursing facilities in counties where occupancy rates exceed 90 percent.  This legislation also will not impact the construction of assisted living and independent living facilities, which remain key to the state’s overall long-term care strategy.”

 

“A three-year pause on new facility construction will give our state and the long-term care industry the opportunity to achieve a better balance between institutional care and home- and community-based services while we engage in a much-needed discussion about reforms to our current Medicaid reimbursement formula.

 

Indiana ranks higher than all but three states in the percentage of Medicaid long-term care dollars spent on nursing home care. In addition, the state has a 77 percent occupancy rate when the national average is 86 percent. A study by the Family and Social Services Administration concluded that, based on the current Medicaid reimbursement formula, a three-year pause on new nursing facility construction will save approximately $24 million in Medicaid expenditures.

 

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