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Cycling Program Offers Pointers for Adult Beginners

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July 26, 2011 – Evansville, IN – Do you want to start cycling but don’t know where to begin? On Thursday, July 28th, North Park Branch will host Cycling: A Beginner’s Guide, a program for adults presented by the Evansville Bicycle Club. The program will take place at 6:30 pm in the library’s Meeting Room.

Whether you want to save on gas, get fit, or enjoy a new recreational hobby, Cycling: A Beginner’s Guide will provide you with the knowledge you need to get started. Topics covered will include purchasing your first bike, safety, clothing, and training in preparation for the Great Pumpkin Metric in October.

For more information, customers may call Kyle at 428-8237.

Adopt-a-pet: “Tangerine”

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Greetings from Tangerine, a 1-year-old neutered DSH. This laid back little guy loves the company of other cats. In fact, he would probably prefer to live in a home where he has a feline friend to play with. Tangerine also enjoys hanging out with children and the fact that he is only a year old, will make him a playful companion for kids of all ages. Tangerine would also like to find a home with a big window that he can stare out of all day. He has been known to chase a bug or two which can be quite entertaining. For more information on Tangerine and the other wonderful animals currently available for adoption at the VHS, visit www.vhslifesaver.org or call (812) 426-2563.

Downtown Today: 7/27/2011

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Time 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Subject PERSONNELL & FINANCE
Location 301
Recurrence Occurs the last Wednesday of every 1 month effective 7/27/2011 until 7/27/2011 from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Reminder 15 minutes
SANDIE @ 5791
Categories ROOM 301

Time 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Subject HOUSING ROUNDTABLE MTG
Location 318
Recurrence Occurs the fourth Wednesday of every 1 month effective 7/27/2011 until 7/27/2011 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Reminder 15 minutes
Categories ROOM 318

Time 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Subject HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
Location 307
Recurrence Occurs the fourth Wednesday of every 1 month effective 7/27/2011 until 7/27/2011 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Reminder 15 minutes
BONNIE @ 4927
Categories ROOM 307

Time 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Subject SAFETY BOARD
Location 301
Recurrence Occurs the fourth Wednesday of every 1 month effective 7/27/2011 until 7/27/2011 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Reminder 15 minutes
TINA OWEN @ 7897
Categories ROOM 301

Time 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Subject ITAC
Location 318
Recurrence Occurs the last Wednesday of every 1 month effective 7/27/2011 until 7/27/2011 from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Reminder 15 minutes
TIM VANCLEAVE @ 5848
Categories ROOM 318

IS IT TRUE? July 27, 2011

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The Mole #??

IS IT TRUE? July 27, 2011

IS IT TRUE that the company managing the arena, VenuWorks, has been quoted that they may reveal the company that bought naming rights for the new downtown Arena soon?…that VenuWorks Evansville Executive Director Scott Schoenike said on July 19th that a company has been chosen, but there were some lingering legal details to complete?…that one of those lingering details must be the fact that VenuWorks does not have a contract and that multiyear contracts like naming rights must be approved by the Evansville Redevelopment Commission in a public meeting?…that the next such meeting according to their schedule will be on August 2nd?…that the Freedom of Information Act request that was filed by the City County Observer has a drop dead date of July 30th so we should have all of the communication that has been exchanged regarding the premium seating and sponsorships before the ERC has an opportunity to approve any AFTER THE FACT actions?

IS IT TRUE that in between all of the hubbub over the downtown Convention Hotel at the ERC meeting on July 19th that a little noticed resolution was passed regarding the premium seating in the arena?…that the minutes have not been approved yet and they have not been posted to the website?…that it looks like we will be finding out soon just what privileged few were approved as buyers of premium seating that has never even been offered to the public?…that we shall know soon who are the golden children of Evansville who have been so favored by the Weinzapfel Administration and the ERC that they were able to buy premium seating at unpublished pricing that was never even offered as an option for the un-favored people?…that these rascals in charge need to remember who it is that they work for and hope that the people of Evansville have short memories?…that the arrogance of selling every premium seat in a public building in private transactions is just beyond comprehension?…that rather than the Latin term Carpe Diem (seize the day) the Latin motto for the premium seats could be Premo Diem (Squeeze the Day)?

IS IT TRUE that if one really wished to understand the depth of the problem with finding financing for the proposed downtown Convention Hotel that examination of what existing hotels in similar locations or even superior locations are going for under the auctioneer’s hammer?…that auction.com that advertises itself as the nation’s leading real estate auctioneer and loan sale advisor has a 372 room hotel that is operating and in quite good condition in Richmond, Virginia that will auction off online during the August 15 – 18 auction?…that the unpaid loan balance on this 372 room hotel is $29.5 Million?…that the opening bid meaning the least amount that the lien holder will accept for this 372 room hotel is $1.7 Million?…that this amounts to 5.76 cents on the dollar relative to the loan amount?…that when developers that are attempting to find conventional financing for the downtown Evansville Convention Hotel that this is the kind of deals that they are competing with for financing?…that as long as foreclosed hotels and distressed sale hotels are selling for 5 cents – 10 cents on the dollar that conventional financing will be a very difficult if not impossible thing to sell for a new construction loan in Evansville?…that the details of the auction are on the following link?

http://www.auction.com/Virginia/notes-auction-asset/123002446-1472-See-Due-Diligence-Documents-RICHMOND-VA-23230.html

IS IT TRUE that for those who are willing to register on this site that the entire due diligence study done by outside professionals is available?

IS IT TRUE? July 26, 2011 Special Evening Edition

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IS IT TRUE? July 26, 2011 Special Evening Edition

IS IT TRUE that the Evansville Redevelopment Commission has scheduled a special Executive Session for Thursday July 28 at 11:30 am at the EVSC administration building boardroom?…that although no agenda has been released that the topic of discussion shall be the downtown Convention Hotel proposals?…that it has been put forth that a decision will be recommended to hire some outside firm to do a complete vetting of the two proposals that have been submitted?…that the ERC will be calling in a pinch hitter to bat for them on the all important 3rd Strike?…that this body has survived 2 strikes thus far with much damage to the credibility to itself and that it would very much like to have a paid outside source to blame should the third strike go whizzing by again?…that this should have been done the first time folks?

Batter Up!! Thank you sir may I have another?

IS IT TRUE that there is another 3rd Strike opportunity that is coming home to roost for the Evansville Redevelopment Commission?…that this pitch is called the McCurdy?…that someone has done some landscaping work down there this week which may just be good news for the project?…that the Mayor’s beanstalk that was being used by rats to climb up to the top floor to steal food from the pigeons and bats has been eradicated?…that we hope that this is good news and congratulate whomever has been doing the yard work on a job well done?

IS IT TRUE that in the event that Lloyd Winnecke becomes the next Mayor of Evansville in the November election that his seat on the Vanderburgh County Commissioners will be up for appointment?…that the heir apparent to Commissioner Winnecke’s seat is thought to be none other than County Councilman Joe Kiefer?…that in the event that Mr. Kiefer is appointed to the Vanderburgh County Commissioners that will leave a place on the Vanderburgh County Council?…that Mole #3 who is retiring from the molehill in November allegedly has his desires set upon Mr. Kiefer’s seat on the County Council?

IS IT TRUE that the new director of the Evansville Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, Mr. Bob Warren has been tasked to go forth into the world and publicize the tourism opportunities of the City of Evansville?…that going forth into the world to do such things requires money and promotional materials?…that the City County Observer supports these efforts and encourages the Vanderburgh County Council to appropriate at least $300,000 so that Mr. Warren will have the resources to do this important part of his job?

IS IT TRUE that City Councilman and Chairman of the Budget Committee John Friend, CPA went to Mayor Weinzapfel to suggest a vetting committee for the downtown Convention Hotel proposals?…that Councilman Friend (D) suggested that City Councilmen Curt John (D) and Dan McGinn (R), County Councilman Russ Lloyd Jr. (R), and ERC member Greg Elpers CPA should join him on the vetting committee?…that the Mayor rejected Councilmen McGinn and Lloyd on the basis that they would make the vetting committee TOO POLITICAL?…that we find that to be hilarious?

Wallace to Raise funds for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

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Joe Wallace

Father Embarks on 20 Year Celebration of Daughter’s Bone Marrow Transplant

Joe Wallace, the editor of the City County Observer, engineer, and business consultant is kicking off a celebration of the upcoming 20th anniversary of his daughter Hannah’s bone marrow transplant that saved her life when she was only on year old. Hannah’s operation was conducted at the UCLA Medical Center under the direction of Dr. Stephen Feig and Dr. Jay Goldstien.

Mr. Wallace has conducted fundraisers in the past for LLS and has served as a Trustee of the Los Angeles Chapter and as a coach/mentor for the Team-in Training programs in Los Angeles, Indianapolis, and Louisville. His fundraising efforts since he began them on the 5th anniversary of Hannah’s cure have brought in approximately $100,000.

The City County Observer is pleased to join Joe in his latest mission to raise at least $10,000 by the end of 2011? As a media provider the City County Observer has access to items to contribute to this effort. Currently Mr. Wallace is offering the following for sale as a kick-off to the fundraising efforts.

4 tickets to Bob Dylan Concert at Roberts Stadium: Section 7, Row 13, seats 5 – 8 Retail: $50 each
August 2, 2011 @ 7:30 PM

6 Tickets to Coach Bob Knight at the Centre: Orch-R, Row BB, Seats 46 – 51 Retail $50 each September, 17, 2011

Please Contact Joe at (812) 431-3877 or hadannahbusiness@aol.com to acquire any of these tickets in blocks of two or more.
For the Bob Dylan tickets please pick them up by Thursday July 28 as he will be out of town after that.

Downtown Today: 7/26/2011

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Time 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Subject DESIGN REVIEW
Location 318
Recurrence Occurs the fourth Tuesday of every 1 month effective 7/26/2011 until 7/26/2011 from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Reminder 15 minutes
SARAH @ 7825
Categories ROOM 318

Time 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Subject GIS USER GROUP
Location 318
Recurrence Occurs the last Tuesday of every 1 month effective 7/26/2011 until 7/26/2011 from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Reminder 15 minutes
Laura Howell @ 5071
Categories ROOM 318

Time 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Subject VANDERBURGH ALCOHOL BOARD
Location 301
Recurrence Occurs the fourth Tuesday of every 1 month effective 7/26/2011 until 7/26/2011 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Reminder 15 minutes
Scott Bedwell 812-882-1291
Categories ROOM 301

Time 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Subject SOLID WASTE DISTRICT BOARD
Location 301
Recurrence Occurs the fourth Tuesday of every 1 month effective 7/26/2011 until 7/26/2011 from 4:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Reminder 15 minutes
JOE BALLARD @ 7800
Categories ROOM 301

Time 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Subject COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Location 301
Recurrence Occurs every Tuesday effective 7/5/2011 until 7/26/2011 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Reminder 15 minutes
KRISTIN @ 5241
Categories ROOM 301

ECVB July Meeting Agenda

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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING AGENDA
EVANSVILLE CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU
8:30 AM Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve
551 N. Boeke Road
Evansville, IN 47714

I. Call to Order by Presiding Officer

II. Establish a Quorum – Roll Call

III. Welcome to Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve, Mr. John Foster, Executive Director

IV. Approval of the Minutes from the Board Meeting dated June 29, 2011

V. Approval of the Financial Statements dated July 22, 2011 Bauer/Warren

VI. Committee Reports
A. Grants Committee, Montrastelle
B. Marketing Committee, Leader
VII. Action Items
A. Discuss and Consider ECTA Funding Request for Wesselman Tennis Center Expansion, Schaefer/Warren
B. Discuss and Consider Grant Funding Request for Roy Rogers Centennial
Celebration, Montrastelle/McCarty/Bauer

VIII. Discussion Items
A. Discuss Strategic Planning Session Results and Direction to staff regarding Plan of Work Directives, Criteria for Funding, Special Events Policy, etc. Schaefer/Warren
B. Discuss Executive Office Presentation to the Vanderburgh County Council on August 3, 2011, Schaefer/Warren

IX. Staff Reports
A. Executive Directors Report
I. Update on Bicentennial Program with the City of Evansville and Mayors Office
II. Update on ISAE Convention in Indianapolis, Warren/Whitehouse
III. Departmental Update
• Sales
• Sports
• Advertising/Public Relations
• Convention Services
• Welcome Center Operations
• Speakers Bureau

X. Board Announcements

XI. Adjourn

NEXT MEETING WILL BE HELD AT THE EVANSVILLE PAGODA VISITORS CENTER, 401 SE RIVERSIDE DRIVE, AT 8:30 A.M. ON AUGUST 31, 2011.

VenuWorks is Hiring for the New Arena

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Source: http://www.evansvillearenaproject.com/content/arena-employment

VenuWorks of Evansville, LLC is seeking qualified applicants for the following positions:

Accounting Manager

Assistant Ticketing Office Manager

Chef

Events Manager

Market & Design Manager

Premium Services Manager

Suites & Catering Manager

Please visit www.venuworks.com for further information on job requirements and qualifications. Submit cover letter and resume to:

Yvette Schminke
VenuWorks of Evansville, LLC
323 Main Street
Evansville, IN 47708
or email: yschminke@venuworks.com

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Anyone wishing to apply for part-time positions, to be announced at a later date, may complete an application which is available at www.venuworks.com. Please select “Employment Opportunities” on the blue bar located at the top or bottom of the page. Completed applications should be submitted to:

Yvette Schminke
VenuWorks of Evansville, LLC
323 Main Street
Evansville, IN 47708
or email: yschminke@venuworks.com

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

It is anticipated that the new Evansville Arena will have about 25 full-time positions and roughly 300 part-time workers in areas of food service, box office, customer service, ushers, event production, and custodial services. There will also be job fairs closer to the Arena opening date.

Working Together Exhibition

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The Board of Trustees of the Evansville Museum cordially invites you to attend a reception for the Working Together Exhibition.

Working Together
Opening Reception

• DATE: Saturday, July 30, 2011
• TIME: 6:00 – 8:00 pm (CST)
• LOCATION: 411 SE Riverside Dr., Evansville, IN 47708

For complimentary reservations, please telephone
812-425-2406 no later than July 27.

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