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Evansville Woman Arrested for Conspiracy to Commit Burglary

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Jeffrey Brooks, 41, was arrested on January 7 after a criminal investigation revealed he burglarized a residence located at CR 1675 West near Owensville.

On January 7 at approximately 9:25 a.m., an Indiana Conservation Officer stopped a Chevrolet S-10 pickup truck on CR 1675 West near Owensville for a license plate violation.  The driver of the truck was identified as Kendra Moranz, 26, of Evansville. Since the pickup truck matched the description of a vehicle that had been seen in the area of recent burglaries, Deputy Tim Coomer drove to a nearby residence to see if the home had been burglarized.  While inspecting the residence Coomer noticed an open window and other signs that indicated the home had been burglarized. Due to lack of evidence for an immediate arrest, an officer gathered Moranz’s information and she was released.  Indiana State Police Detectives Tobias Odom and Brad Chandler later found Brooks walking behind a house west of SR 165 on CR 875 South.  The investigation revealed Brooks allegedly enter the residence on CR 1675 West and took several items. He was arrested for burglary and taken to the Gibson County Jail.

Indiana State Police Detectives Tobias Odom and Brad Chandler along with Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Detective Joe Beckweth and Gibson County Sheriff’s Detective Chuck Finnerty continued to investigate Moranz’s connection to Brooks. Further investigation revealed Moranz used her pickup truck and allegedly drove Brooks to the residence on CR 1675 West knowing the residence was going to be burglarized. Moranz would then stay in the area until he needed to be picked up. Their operation was foiled when Moranz was stopped for a traffic violation.

Earlier today, the Gibson County Prosecutor’s Office issued an arrest warrant for Moranz.  Indiana State Police Detectives Odom and Chandler arrested Moranz at her sister’s house in Evansville at 11:50 a.m. without further incident. She was taken to the Gibson County Jail where she is currently being held on bond.

 

Arrested and Charges:

  • Kendra Moranz, 26, 1219 Louisiana, Evansville, IN
  1. Conspiracy to Commit Burglary, Level 6 Felony

 

EPD Activity Report

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EPD Activity Report

Vanderburgh County Recent Booking Records

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SubCommitte On Health Kicks Off Discussion of Bipartisan Solutions to Strengthen Medicare

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Policy Heavyweights Lieberman and Rivlin Headline Day One of Hearing to KeepthePromise to Seniors

WASHINGTON, DC – The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health today began a hearing to discuss the path to getting a permanent solution to the flawed Sustainable Growth Rate for Medical physician payment to the president’s desk. The current patch is set to expire at the end of March. Last Congress, the full committee passed an agreement on policy by a vote of 51 to zero to completely remove the threat of SGR, replacing it with a system that promotes the highest quality of care for seniors. Subcommittee members today discussed solutions to pay for this policy change while also strengthening the Medicare program as a whole.

Health Subcommittee Chairman Joe Pitts (R-PA) commented, “Coming up with approximately $140 billion in offsets will not be easy, but it is a task we must embrace.”

Full committee Chairman Fred Upton (R-MI) added, “This subcommittee has proven it is capable of working together, and I think we’re ready to do it again. There is a path forward, and it involves targeted reforms which save money without cutting care; it involves a balance of pay-fors which are bipartisan policies; and it involves a spirit of cooperation with sustained commitment.”

Former Senator Joe Lieberman outlined policy options to address Medicare’s looming insolvency as a policy to pay for this SGR policy solution. He explained, “Arguing about when Medicare’s trust fund is going to be insolvent is a little like arguing over the speed of an oncoming tidal wave – speed is relevant, but it’s the scope and direction of the problem that determines the outcome.” He added, “The most compassionate thing members can do is act now to fix SGR and adopt some common-sense reforms – not punt on these issues to another Congress for another day.”

Alice Rivlin, Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Policy Center’s Delivery System Reform Initiative, underscored, “Replacing the SGR can advance payment reform. It can move health care delivery away from fee-for-service, which rewards volume rather than value, and toward higher quality and less waste.” Rivlin added, “Paying for SGR is also an opportunity to find offsets that also demonstrate good health policy.”

Responding to questions from Health Subcommittee Vice Chairman Brett Guthrie (R-KY), Rivlin offered some specific ideas to strengthen Medicare for seniors over the long term and help pay for the resolution of the SGR. Watch the complete exchange here:

Governor Pence to Keynote Hamilton County Leadership Academy Luncheon Tomorrow

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Will Also Visit Emmerich Manual High School in Marion County

 

Indianapolis – Tomorrow, Governor Pence will keynote the Hamilton County Leadership Academy luncheon. Later in the afternoon, the Governor will visit Emmerich Manual High School in Indianapolis. Details below.

Thursday, January 22:

12:00 p.m. EST – Governor Pence to keynote Hamilton County Leadership Academy luncheon

*Media are welcome to attend.

The Mansion at Oak Hill, 5801 E. 116th Street, Carmel

 

2:00 p.m. EST – Governor Pence to visit Emmerich Manual High School

LITTLE BIG TOWN PAIN KILLER TOUR TICKET ON-SALE!

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GRAMMY award-winning country group Little Big Town – consisting of members Karen Fairchild, Jimi Westbrook, Phillip Sweet, and Kimberly Schlapman – are bringing THE PAIN KILLER TOUR to the Old National Events Plaza on March 12 at 7:30pm. The foursome just released their sixth studio album Pain Killer which features the hit single, “Day Drinking.” The group always brings their unique blend of vocal harmonies and country music to venues everywhere. Asserting themselves with attitude and musical prowess, their live show never disappoints. Expect an evening of bluesy grit and country mettle. VIP Tickets are $125 & $250. For more information visit www.littlebigtown.com.

Court dismisses 11 property tax exemption appeals for lack of jurisdiction

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Jennifer Nelson for www.theindianalawyer.com

Indiana Tax Judge Martha Wentworth dismissed the challenges brought by 11 cooperatives regarding the Indiana Board of Tax Review’s denial of their appeals after their property tax exemptions were revoked. The judge found the court lacks subject matter jurisdiction to hear the cases.

The petitioners in these cases are multi-unit, multi-family cooperative apartment complexes that were granted property tax exemptions on their apartment complexes and personal property because they were owned, occupied and exclusively used for the charitable purpose of providing affordable housing to low-income people.

But after the Tax Court issued Jamestown Homes of Mishawaka, Inc. v. St. Joseph Cnty. Assessor, 909 N.E.2d 1138, 1144 (Ind. Tax Ct. 2009), in which it held that the provision of affordable housing to low-income persons was not a per se charitable purpose, the Marion County Property Tax Assessment Board of Appeals began to question some previous prior exemptions. It eventually revoked the exemptions of the 11 petitioners regarding certain tax years, leading to their appeals.

The Indiana Board of Tax Review denied the petitioners’ motions for summary judgment on their assertions the PTABOA’s revocation of the exemptions were improper because it lacked statutory authority and was untimely.

The 11 cooperatives then appealed to the Tax Court, which granted the Marion County assessor’s motions to dismiss in each of the cases, citing a lack of subject matter jurisdiction.

Wentworth found in each of the cases that the petitioners were appealing from an interlocutory order issued by the Indiana Board of Tax Review and not a final determination. There are still outstanding issues in each of the cases that the board needs to resolve.

She also rejected claims of the petitioners that they do not need to obtain a final determination from the board given “extraordinary circumstances” in their cases.

She remanded the 11 cases to the Indiana Board of Tax Review for action consistent with each opinion.

The cases are:
Three Fountains Cooperative, Inc. v. Joseph P. O’Connor, Marion County Assessor
49T10-1406-TA-44;

Yorktown Homes South, Inc. v. Joseph P. O’Connor, Marion County Assessor
49T10-1406-TA-38;

Three Fountains West, Inc.v. Joseph P. O’Connor, Marion County Assessor
49T10-1406-TA-42;

Mayfield Green Cooperative, Inc. v. Joseph P. O’Connor, Marion County Assessor
49T10-1406-TA-41;

Lakeview Terrace Cooperative, Inc. v. Joseph P. O’Connor, Marion County Assessor
49T10-1406-TA-40;

Grandville Cooperative, Inc., v. Joseph P. O’Connor, Marion County Assessor
49T10-1406-TA-35;

Riley-Roberts Park, LPa v. Joseph P. O’Connor, Marion County Assessor
49T10-1406-TA-37;

Harvard Square Cooperative, Inc. v. Joseph P. O’Connor, Marion County Assessor
49T10-1406-TA-36;

Retreat Cooperative, Inc. v. Joseph P. O’Connor, Marion County Assessor
49T10-1406-TA-45;

Southwood Cooperative, Inc.v. Joseph P. O’Connor, Marion County Assessor
49T10-1406-TA-43;

Troy Manor Cooperative, Inc. v. Joseph P. O’Connor, Marion County Assessor
49T10-1406-TA-39.

It Takes A Village

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2015 AT 7:00PM TICKETS ON SALE NOW

Evansville, IN – On Saturday, February 28, Playwright, Stanley Jackson, Sr. will present his fifth production, a musical stage play, titled “It Takes a Village.” Jackson has partnered with VenuWorks and its Diversity Council to present the musical at the beautiful historic Victory Theatre in Downtown Evansville, IN. Youth First, Inc., an organization that provides counseling services in area schools, has also come aboard in support of the project.

News is beginning to spread about the work being done by Mr. Jackson. Recently DPI, Inc., a Production organization that recognizes the work local playwrights throughout the country, named Jackson ‘2014 Playwright of the Year’, at its 4th Annual Awards Gala held in New York.

It Takes a Village is an uplifting look at the challenges faced by students who are dealing with overwhelming personal circumstances including bullying, parental pressures and self-doubt, as they try to obtain their high school education. It is also a peek into the complex roles teachers and staff must play in order to reach students, regardless of difficult circumstances.

Although the production deals with a serious subject matter, it is inspirational, light-hearted and full of hilarious moments. The talented cast will sing, dance and laugh their way into the hearts of the audience. This musical-inspired production is sure to enthuse, encourage and inspire the entire audience.

Jackson’s cast of 16 boasts a rich mix of local skilled artists and musicians, including a gifted 8-year old novice, experienced high school and college performers, talented educators and other outstanding members of the SJM Production team.

Jackson, the musical’s director, who also plays the feisty school janitor, continues to showcase his exceptional style of combining comedy, drama, dance and music to give inspiring messages to the audience. “This production is very special to me because I was able to blend a touch of Broadway with impressive acting and my own unique brand of comedy to create an exciting show.” Jackson recently noted.

The musical stage play will show on Saturday, February 28 at the Victory Theatre. A donation from the proceeds will go to Youth First, a sponsor whose mission includes placing counselors in local schools. Tickets are on sale now and are $22 for adults and $17 for students & teachers. Tickets will increase $5 the day of the show, so get yours now at the Ford Center Ticket Office, online at www.sjmproduction.com or Ticketmaster.com or by phone at (800) 745-3000.

VANDERBURGH COUNTY FELONY CHARGES

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 Below is a list of felony cases that were filed by the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office on Tuesday, January 16, 2015

Renee Davis                  Assisting a Criminal-Level 6 Felony

Joel Doughty              Possession of Methamphetamine-Level 6 Felony

Possession of Paraphernalia-Level 6 Felony

Possession of Marijuana-Class B Misdemeanor

James Leach Jr       Operating a Vehicle as an Habitual Traffic Violator-Level 6 Felony

Kenda McReynolds       Dealing in Marijuana-Level 6 Felony

Maintaining a Common Nuisance-Level 6 Felony

Neglect of Dependent-Level 6 Felony

Robin Mobley            Dealing in Methamphetamine-Level 4 Felony

Possession of Methamphetamine-Level 6 Felony

Maintaining a Common Nuisance-Level 6 Felony

Unlawful Possession of Syringe-Level 6 Felony

Possession of Paraphernalia-Class A Misdemeanor

Possession of Marijuana-Class B Misdemeanor

Anthony Smith          Dealing in Marijuana-Level 5 Felony

Maintaining a Common Nuisance-Level 6 Felony

Neglect of Dependent-Level 6 Felony

Binnie Bryant Jr      Resisting Law Enforcement-Level 6 Felony

Resisting Law Enforcement-Class A Misdemeanor

Christy Smith           Dealing in a Schedule II Controlled Substance-Level 2 Felony

Dealing in a Schedule IV Controlled Substance-Level 4 Felony

Dealing in Methamphetamine-Level 4 Felony

Dealing in Methamphetamine-Level 5 Felony

Unlawful Possession of Syringe-Level 6 Felony

Maintaining a Common Nuisance-Level 6 Felony

Possession of Methamphetamine-Level 6 Felony

Dealing in a Synthetic Drug or Synthetic Drug Lookalike Substance-Level 6 Felony

Possession of Paraphernalia-Class A Misdemeanor

Possession of Marijuana-Class B Misdemeanor

For further information on the cases listed above, or any pending case, please contact Kyle Phernetton at 812.435.5688 or via e-mail at kphernetton@vanderburghgov.org

Under Indiana law, all criminal defendants are presumed to be innocent until proven guilty by a court of law

J.D. Strouth Is Filing For City Clerk

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Dear CCO Readers

Because of my abiding passion for serving the community, I am going to seek the office of Evansville City Clerk. I firmly believe I can diligently fulfill the duties of the office and would enjoy doing so. I will publicly apply (file) at noon this Friday, January 23, in room 214 of the Civic Center. If you will be in Evansville and available then, I invite you to join me for this 10 minute event. Even if you cannot attend, I would appreciate your support over the next 10 months.

Sincerely

J D Strouth

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