A native of Sullivan, Ind., Richard M. Bramer graduated from Sullivan High School,
Wabash College, and Indiana University School of Law – Bloomington. In 11 years of
private practice, Bramer served as a chief deputy prosecutor, city attorney, judge pro tem
of the Sullivan Circuit Court, school corporation attorney, and counsel to numerous
towns, townships, and conservancy districts in Sullivan County.
He joined the Office of Attorney General Steve Carter in 2002, first serving in the Civil
Rights and Employment section, concentrating on federal litigation and defense of judges
and prosecutors. He then was assigned as counsel to the Indiana Department of Labor and
the Indiana Department of Correction. In March 2008, Attorney General Carter promoted
Bramer to Chief Counsel of the AG’s Advisory Division, and he continued to serve in
that capacity under Attorney General Greg Zoeller.
Until accepting his current assignment, Bramer was an attorney in the Office of the
Assistant Secretary of Civil Rights for the United States Department of Agriculture in
Washington, D.C., and he also previously has served as chief of staff and chief counsel to
the Indiana State Treasurer’s Office. Bramer is a member of Christ Church Cathedral
(Episcopal), Indianapolis, and attends St. Paul’s Parish in Washington.
Deputy Attorney General Richard M. Bramer
Evansville’s First Lady Carol McClintock Organizing Sister City Visit to Amsterdam & Osnabruck
Carol McClintock, the spouse of Evansville Mayor Lloyd Winnecke (aka Evansville’s First Lady) has been busy organizing a trip to Amsterdam and Osnabruck. The following email and formal itenarary was sent to the entire City Council and select local business leaders. It is not clear what the cost for the trip is or if public funding is being used for any of the world travelers.
World Travelers! Just wanted to remind you that the deadline for registration for the trip the Amsterdam/Osnabruck is looming! Lloyd and I are already booked for the entire trip. We need confirmation of your plans to join us on the great trip no later than Thursday, January 10th and will need a deposit of $1000 per person plus the Ambassador Traveler Profile Form and copy of your passport. The final payment is due on April 15, 2013.
Judy Steenberg with Ambassador Travel has done an excellent job putting this together for us. She will need that information and credit card information. Her email is judysteenberg@gmail.com, her number is (812)459-5876. She has additional flight and hotel information.
In Amsterdam we are at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. The King Club Room has a media hub, wireless and high speed internet and a flat screen tv. Each room as a “nespresso” machine and there in an exclusive club lounge for complimentary breakfast, drinks and canapes. Full breakfast is also included.
We are so excited about this opportunity to strengthen our ties with our sister city and learn more about how we can improve our city. And, well, enjoy the company of friends…hope you decide to join us!
Carol McClintock
Team McClintock
F.C. Tucker Emge Realtors
The following itenarary was included.
IS IT TRUE January 11, 2013
IS IT TRUE our “ADMINISTRATION MOLE” tell us that the Mayor shall be leading a delegation to visit “Branson Landing,” in Branson, Missouri in a day or so to see if this development could be duplicated as a possible project for a new downtown hotel in Evansville? …that all members appointed by the Mayor to vet the proposed downtown hotel project had to sign a confidential agreement not to discuss this trip with anyone? …since the city is seemingly being charged with the responsibility of funding the entire cost of the proposed downtown hotel, we wonder why the President of the Vanderburgh County Commission is going on this trip? …we wonder why the Chairman of the City Council Finance Committee wasn’t invited to attend this fact finding trip? …we wonder how what type of transportation will be used by the Mayors “Ad Hoc Hotel Vetting Committee” to get to Branson, Missouri? …that we hear that this group could walk, take a cab, ride a Greyhound bus, drive in personal cars, hitchhike, or fly in a plush multi-million dollar private jet? …that the trip may be taken on a private jet? …if this trip is on a private jet, we would like to know who is paying for it?
IS IT TRUE that the City of Grand Rapids, Michigan along with several other cities in Michigan are pleased to be the home of branch campuses of the Michigan State University Medical School?…the address of the Grand Rapids branch appears to be right in downtown Grand Rapids?…the Main Street Mole tells the CCO that there is a forthcoming announcement from the Office of Evansville Mayor Lloyd Winnecke and others that Evansville will soon join the ranks of cities with a branch medical campus in the downtown?…the Indiana University School of Medicine has long had a presence in SW Indiana tucked away on the campus of USI?…there is an expansion planned and other locations have been under consideration including the soon to be empty lot where Roberts Stadium is being demolished?…the idea of developing a medical campus on that site with future expansion opportunities for medical device innovation was quite appealing?…it is not impossible to do the same thing downtown and a medical campus for 30 – 50 students in downtown Evansville will be positive as any location would be?…that will add to the ranks of the 300 or so Signature School student who already spend their lunch money and parking fees downtown?…the only question for a medical school downtown will be the distance to the hospitals that must be partners in the educational programs?…we are surprised that the new Warrick County medical park right past I-164 where Evansville’s hospitals have expanded are not trying to attract this Medical School to locate there?
IS IT TRUE that just a year ago the CCO and Attorney Les Shively teamed up every Thursday morning on a radio show broadcast by WGBF 1280-AM to discuss the antics of local government?…the CCO and Mr. Shively being somewhat kindred spirits often agreed on where tar and feathers should be applied and even on what was being done well by local government?…today we would like to take the opportunity to congratulate our friend Les on his appointment by Governor Mitch Daniels to the Vanderburgh Superior Court?…we are certain that “Judge†Shively will bring his quick mind, his creative nature, and his deep sense of fairness to the bench?…we close with the simple words “congratulations Les, you are most deservingâ€?
VANDERBURGH COUNTY FELONY CHARGES
Evansville, IN – Below is a list of felony cases that were filed by the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office on Wednesday, January 9, 2013.
Jerald Clark, III Possession of Methamphetamine – Class D Felony
Maintaining a Common Nuisance – Class D Felony
(Habitual Substance Offender Enhancement)
Ronald Fenwick Possession of Methamphetamine – Class D Felony
Visiting a Common Nuisance – Class B Misdemeanor
Jamon Randolph Possession of Marijuana – Class A Misdemeanor
(Enhanced to a Class D Felony due to Prior Convictions)
Dustin Devers Possession of Methamphetamine – Class D Felony
Maintaining a Common Nuisance – Class D Felony
(Habitual Substance Offender Enhancement)
Julien Hinton Carrying a Handgun Without a License – Class A Misdemeanor
(Enhanced to a Class C Felony due Prior Convictions)
Resisting Law Enforcement – Class A Misdemeanor
Darius Spence Operating a Motor Vehicle after Forfeiture of License for Life – Class C Felony
Antonio Tolbert, Jr. Receiving Stolen Property – Class D Felony
Resisting Law Enforcement – Class A Misdemeanor
Virgil Williams Operating a Vehicle as an Habitual Traffic Violator – Class D Felony
For further information on the cases listed above, or any pending case, please contact Carly Settles at 812.435.5688 or via e-mail at csettles@vanderburghgov.org.
Under Indiana law, all criminal defendants are considered to be innocent until proven guilty by a court of law.
SENTENCE CHART
Class Range
Murder 45-65 Years
Class A Felony 20-50 Years
Class B Felony 6-20 Years
Class C Felony 2-8 Years
Class D Felony ½ – 3 Years
Class A Misdemeanor 0-1 Year
Class B Misdemeanor 0-180 Days
Class C Misdemeanor 0-60 Days
Greenway Advisory Board Meeting
January 14, 2013
4:00 p.m.
C. K. Newsome Community Center
100 E. Walnut Street
Evansville, IN 47713
ROOM 118 A & B
Agenda
I. Call to Order
II. Election of Officers
III. Minutes – December 10, 2012
IV. Old Business – Greenway Update
a) Industrial Corridor Phase 4
b) Run/Walk Events Fees
c) Trail Information Signs
V. ETC Report – Roberta Heiman
VI. New Business
a) Any Other Business the Advisory Board Wishes to Discuss
VII. Adjourn
BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
KEVIN WINTERNHEIMER CHAMBERS
ROOM 301, CIVIC CENTER COMPLEX
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2013
12:00 NOON
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. MINUTES January 2, 2013
3. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Request Re: Declare Bouncy Toys Surplus for Public Sale. – Schall
b. Request Re: Approve National Skating Month Free Lessons and Skating at Swonder Ice
Arena January 19, 2013. – Crook
c. Request Re: Approve and Execute Contract with Tucker Publishing Group for City View
Insertion for Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden. – Morris*
d. Request Re: Approve and Execute Contract with Tucker Publishing Group for Social
Datebook Insertion for Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden. – Morris*
*Recommendation from Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden Advisory Board.
4. OLD BUSINESS
a. Request Re: Approve Rockin’ River City Ride with Vendors at Sunset Park April 20, 2013. –
Laura Hamilton
b. Request Re: Approve and Execute Gateway Services Agreement for POS System at Golf
Courses and Hartke Pool. – Nadeau
c. Request Re: Review and Award Pest Control Services at Various Park Facilities. – Boberg
d. Request Re: Review and Award Fire Extinguisher and Fire Suppression Systems at Various
Park Facilities. – Boberg
e. Request Re: Review and Award Exhaust Hood Cleaning Services at Various Park Facilities. –
Boberg
f. Request Re: Approve and Execute Agreement with Spear Corporation for Pool Chlorinators at
Lloyd, Mosby and Rochelle-Landers Pools. – Schall
5. NEW BUSINESS
a. Request Re: Open Quotes for Cleaning Services for Shelter Houses and Restrooms. – Boberg
b. Request Re: Open Quotes for Locking Restrooms and Security Services. – Boberg
c. Request Re: Open Quotes for Porta-Jon Services. – Boberg
d. Request Re: Any Other Business the Board Wishes to Consider and Public Comments.
6. REPORTS
a. Denise Johnson, Executive Director
7. ACCEPTANCE OF PAYROLL AND VENDOR CLAIMS
8. ADJOURN
ECHO Housing Corporation announces Jacobsville Community Mobilizer
Evansville, Indiana – ECHO Housing Corporation, the convening agency for the Jacobsville Quality of Life Planning initiative, announces Jennifer Mason as the Community Mobilizer for the project. The City of Evansville granted funds for a resident-led collaborative process to develop a Quality of Life Plan with the Jacobsville neighborhood.
Mason joined ECHO in August 2012, as the Homeless Veterans Program Coordinator. Stephanie TenBarge, ECHO Housing Executive Director, said “Jennifer was a perfect fit to step into the Community Mobilizer role with her public service background and community involvement. We are excited to have her on board to lead this project for the Jacobsville neighborhood.†Mason will organize this unique initiative bringing together Jacobsville residents, leaders and stakeholders in a planning effort that will set a new vision for Jacobsville with an action plan for achievable results.
The Quality of Life Plan will be developed by utilizing principles of comprehensive community development and healthy neighborhoods, including civic, social, physical and economic factors. The aim is for people living, working and raising families in the neighborhood to take part in the development of the plan. The process takes place through three phases: organize, decide and act. Jacobsville Join In is seeking residents to participate through interviews, visioning and storytelling.
Mason said, “My roots are tied to Jacobsville, and I have a lot of great memories from this neighborhood…I cannot wait to see the growth of this project.†To follow the progress or for more information about the project go to our website at www.jacobsville.net , or find us on Facebook at Jacobsville. Join In.
Prior to ECHO Housing, Jennifer Mason served as the Public and Government Affairs coordinator for Keep Evansville Beautiful (KEB), representing KEB by collaborating with community, government and business leaders for public initiatives. Mason is engaged in the community, serving on the Young Leaders United steering committee; volunteering for United Way; and mentoring high school students for special projects. She is a graduate from the University of Evansville and Vincennes University.
Make Donation to EVSC: Get FREE Carwash at Mike’s Jan. 18, 19
Mike’s Carwash will celebrate its Grand Opening with FREE Carwashes on January 18 -19 to benefit two Evansville organizations which support area youth.
In lieu of payment for the carwash, a $15 value, customers are encouraged to make a donation to support the EVSC Foundation and Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ohio Valley.
“We firmly believe in supporting local youth, especially through education and mentoring,†said Mike’s CEO Bill Dahm. “We are very happy to partner with these two outstanding Evansville organizations and hope customers will stop by for a free wash and give generously.â€
“Mike’s Carwash is providing a wonderful service to help to raise funds for EVSC Foundation, which in turn, benefits a wide variety of opportunities, programs, and projects in the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation,†said Amy Romain-Barron, president of the EVSC Foundation Board.â€
Big Brothers Big Sisters Executive Director Anna Hargis added, “Mike’s Carwash really understands the impact a mentor can have on transforming a child’s life into a success story. The company has been a wonderful partner to many Big Brothers Big Sisters organizations in our region, and we are thrilled that they’ve opened a location in Evansville.â€
Located at 1300 N Green River Road, Mike’s is open from 7 AM to 9PM each day of the FREE Wash Grand Opening event.
Family owned and operated since 1948, Mike’s Carwash, Inc. is headquartered in Indianapolis and has 42 carwash locations in Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky.
Greenway Advisory Board – January 14, 2013 Agenda
January 14, 2013
4:00 p.m.
C. K. Newsome Community Center
100 E. Walnut Street
Evansville, IN 47713
ROOM 118 A & B
Agenda
I. Call to Order
II. Election of Officers
III. Minutes – December 10, 2012
IV. Old Business – Greenway Update
a) Industrial Corridor Phase 4
b) Run/Walk Events Fees
c) Trail Information Signs
V. ETC Report – Roberta Heiman
VI. New Business
a) Any Other Business the Advisory Board Wishes to Discuss
VII. Adjourn
Local Artists’ Global Experiences Showcased in UE’s Melvin Peterson Gallery
The University of Evansville’s Department of Art is proud to present “Global Experiences,†an exhibition featuring the work of three local artists: paintings by Cedric Hustace, photographs by Jim McKinney, and ceramics by David Rodenberg.
The show, which includes 44 works inspired by the artists’ international travels, will run from January 14-February 20 in the Melvin Peterson Gallery, located on the corner of Lincoln and Weinbach avenues.
Cedric Hustace, an Evansville artist and Hawaii native, has had work displayed in numerous locations around the Tri-State (including banks, corporate offices, government buildings, and galleries) and in private collections across the United States and worldwide. He studied art at Texas Western College, the University of Miami in Florida, and in Heidelberg, Germany. Hustace, a retired attorney, received the 2002 Artist of the Year award from the Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana.
Jim McKinney was born in Evansville, grew up in Newburgh, and currently resides in Princeton, New Jersey. A member of the University of Evansville’s Friends of Art and active on its board, McKinney’s interest in art began as a young boy. He pursued a career in business and captured images on his travels to South America, Mexico, South Africa, Italy, Great Britain, the Mediterranean, Turkey, Cambodia, Thailand, and Vietnam. McKinney’s work has been displayed in Willard Library and Nance Galleries in Evansville.
David Rodenberg lives in Evansville and taught art at North Posey High School for 34 years, retiring in 2011. Rodenberg’s clay sculpture and functional work have won awards in competitive shows at local and regional levels. His work can be seen in many collections including the Evansville Museum of Arts, History and Science, the University of Indianapolis, the University of Evansville, the Evansville Courier & Press building, Evansville’s Old National Bank building, and numerous collections in the U.S. and abroad. Rodenberg’s work also has been included in international shows in New Zealand and Germany, and a traveling exhibition that toured France, Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands.
The Melvin Peterson Gallery is open from noon-3 p.m. Monday-Friday. All exhibits are free, open to the public, and handicap accessible. For more information, please contact the University of Evansville Department of Art at 812-488-2043.
(Pictured: Nile River – Aswan, Egypt by Cedric Hustace. Acrylic, 24″ x 36″.)