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Mayor Stephanie Terry Announces Additional Team Members

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Mayor Stephanie Terry this morning continued announcing members of her administration, appointing four leaders to oversee city departments.

“As we wrap up our first week in office, I’m extremely excited to add four talented, creative leaders to our team,” Mayor Terry said. “These are important roles, and our transition team has been working diligently to identify the right individuals to fill them. I’m happy today to say that they have succeeded in doing that, and I’m looking forward to working with all of them to help build a better, stronger Evansville.”

The appointments are:

Kolbi Jackson, Executive Director, Department of Metropolitan Development: Kolbi Jackson is a Community Development professional who formerly worked as a Community Development Specialist and Coordinator for the City of Evansville, Indiana’s Department of Metropolitan Development for almost 10 years. During her tenure, she was responsible for the oversight and administration of HUD entitlement grants. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning and Development with a minor in Japanese from Ball State University, a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Capella University, and is completing her PhD in Public Administration this Spring.

Vic Kelson, Executive Director, Evansville Water & Sewer Utility: Vic Kelson has worked as a consultant, educator and utilities professional in the water-supply field since the 1990s. He holds a B.S. in Chemical and Petroleum-Refining Engineering from the Colorado School of Mines and a Ph.D in Environmental Science from Indiana University, Bloomington. Vic has published a variety of innovative computer codes and technical reports related to water-supply development across the U.S. Vic served the City of Bloomington as Utilities Director from 2016-2023. Mr. Kelson’s appointment is subject to the approval of the EWSU Board at its January 9 meeting.

Johnny McAlister Jr., Building Commissioner: Johnny McAlister Jr. has served as a residential inspector for the past 11 years for the Evansville-Vanderburgh County Building Commission. He brings a wealth of direct knowledge to the role. Prior to working with the building commission, he managed an emergency home repair program providing support and oversight to both clients and contractors. With more than 13 years of experience working in customer service across public and private sectors, his skill and understanding will aid in promoting civic engagement. McAlister has an Associates of Science in Business Administration from Ivy Tech Community College.  He enjoys volunteering in various capacities.

Carrie James, Director, Central Dispatch: Carrie James joined Evansville Vanderburgh Central Dispatch in 1993. She was a dispatcher for 10 years, Supervisor for 15, Administrative Supervisor for 3 years and Deputy Director for 4 years. She spent the last year as Director of Central Dispatch. She is excited to move Dispatch forward with a new CAD software program, educating people about calling 9-1-1, and working with Mayor Terry to move Evansville towards a better future.

 EVANSVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT PENSION BOARD AGENDA

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EVANSVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT

PENSION BOARD AMENDED AGENDA

1/10/2024

Room 307, Civic Center Complex

1. Executive Session opened at ______ am.

A. Attendance:

Present Absent

PRESIDENT Mayor Stephanie Terry

PRESIDENT PRO-TEM Rob Hahn

TREASURER Russell G. Lloyd Jr./ Robert Gunter

SECRETARY Rick Hubbard

CHIEF OF POLICE Billy Bolin

ACTIVE MEMBER Aaron McCormick

ACTIVE MEMBER Alan Yeager

ACTIVE MEMBER Jeff Breivogel

ACTIVE MEMBER Tony Zimmer

BOARD ATTORNEY Keith Vonderahe

B. Executive Session Closed at _____ am.

2. Special Meeting opened at ______ am.

A. Attendance:

Present Absent

PRESIDENT Mayor Stephanie Terry

PRESIDENT PRO-TEM Rob Hahn

TREASURER Russell G. Lloyd Jr./Robert Gunter

SECRETARY Rick Hubbard

CHIEF OF POLICE Billy Bolin

ACTIVE MEMBER Aaron McCormick

ACTIVE MEMBER Alan Yeager

ACTIVE MEMBER Jeff Breivogel

ACTIVE MEMBER Tony Zimmer

BOARD ATTORNEY Keith Vonderahe

B. Motion to find covered impairment as defined by Indiana Code 36-8-8-

12.3, made by Member __________. Second by Member ___________. VOTE:

_____. Motion passes/fails. Motion that said covered impairment is a Class ___

as defined by Indiana Code 36-8-8-12.5, made by Member ________. Second by

Member _________. VOTE: _____. Motion passes/fails.

C. Schedule hearing on newly submitted Application for Disability Benefits

and Request for Local Board Hearing. The same is scheduled for the ___ day of

__________, 2024, beginning at __:__ _.m.

D. Good of the Board. Next meeting is set for Wednesday February 14,

2024, in Room 307 of the Civic Center Plaza at 8:15 am.

E. Motion to adjourn by Member _____________. Second by Member

__________. Special Meeting closed at _______ a.m.

Attorney General Todd Rokita co-leads 27 states in support of Donald Trump’s appeal to US Supreme Court

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Attorney General Todd Rokita and West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey are leading a27-state brief to the U.S. Supreme Court in support of former President Donald Trump’s right toappear on the Colorado ballot in 2024. 

The brief asserts that the Constitution gives Congress, not courts, authority to decide who is eligible to run for federal office under Section 3 of the Fourteenth Amendment. 

“American voters choose the President, not a partisan court in Colorado,” Attorney General Rokita said. “This is an obvious attempt to confuse and disenfranchise millions of voters wanting to cast their ballots for former President Donald Trump.” 

The brief asserts the state court’s decision to declare former President Trump an insurrectionist has vast consequences that reach far beyond Colorado and will create widespread chaos just weeks before an election cycle. Given that reality, the brief argues, the U.S. Supreme Court should immediately intervene. 

“Trust in the integrity of our elections is essential to a free republic,” Attorney General Rokita said. “If activist judges in Colorado can dilute the voices of ordinary voters in states like Indiana, all confidence in our election process will be lost.” 

For elections to be fair, voters need a single, certain answer as to whether former President Trumpis eligible to run for president under Section 3 of the Fourteenth Amendment. 

 

Indiana State Police Partnering in Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative

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The Indiana State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division (CVED) is partnering with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) for CVSA’s Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative January 8 -12, 2024.  During this annual human trafficking initiative, ISP’s CVED personnel will raise awareness about human trafficking by distributing outreach materials to commercial motor vehicle drivers while conducting commercial motor vehicle inspections.

CMV drivers, crisscrossing America, are in a unique position to identify potential incidents of human trafficking and raising their awareness and providing drivers the tools to identify and report signs of human trafficking is the goal of this campaign.  CVSA’s Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative will be conducted across North America: US January 8 -12, 2024, Canada February 19-23, 2024, and Mexico March 11-15, 2024.

According to the United Nations, human trafficking is the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harboring, or receipt of people through force, fraud, or deception with the aim of exploiting them for profit. Men, women, and children of all ages and from all backgrounds can become victims of this crime, which occurs in every region of the world, including North America. Human traffickers often use violence, fraudulent employment agencies, and fake promises of education and job opportunities to trick and coerce their victims.

The Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative is part of CVSA’s Human Trafficking Prevention Program. The program seeks to reduce human trafficking throughout North America through coordinated enforcement and investigative and educational awareness measures within the commercial motor vehicle industry.

CVSA and the Indiana State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division collaborate with Truckers Against Trafficking (www.truckersagainsttrafficking.org) to engage and equip the commercial vehicle industry in the fight against human trafficking.

To report suspected human trafficking, please call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 888-373-7888 or text INFO to 233733.

Forbes Advisor ranks Vincennes University among the “Best Affordable RN-to-BSN Online Programs of 2024” in the nation

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VINCENNES, Ind., January 3, 2024 – Vincennes University is pleased to announce its RN to BSN online bachelor’s degree program has earned a top national ranking from Forbes Advisor. Forbes has named VU among the top 10 “Best Affordable RN-to-BSN Online Programs of 2024” in the country.

VU is one of only three higher education institutions outside of Florida in the top 10 list and is the only school located in the Midwest.

Nurses with bachelor’s degrees earn higher salaries and have additional leadership opportunities. VU’s RN to BSN degree offers registered nurses the ability to earn a bachelor’s degree 100 percent online, making it a perfect choice for students who need flexibility in their schedules. The RN to BSN Program offers further flexibility with three entry dates in August, October, and January.

VU College of Health Sciences and Human Performance Dean Michelle Cummins said, “We are proud that VU has been recognized nationally among the best affordable RN to BSN online programs. This achievement reflects VU’s commitment to providing accessible and high-quality education, empowering nursing professionals to advance their careers while maintaining affordability. We strive to continue fostering excellence in healthcare education, making a positive impact on both our students and the communities they serve.”

Forbes Advisor scored 58 accredited and nonprofit colleges in the U.S. using 18 data points in the categories of student outcomes, affordability, student experience, credibility, and application process. The rankings are determined by the Forbes Advisor Education team, which is committed to bringing readers unbiased rankings and trustworthy, informative articles covering higher learning institutions, individual degree programs, boot camps, professional credentials, and various career paths. The team sources data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

VU ensures a supportive learning environment for students enrolled in its 100 percent online programs, offering a range of resources and assistance to facilitate a seamless and enriching educational experience.

VU’s RN to BSN degree program allows students the flexibility to continue working while seeking to advance their careers by earning a bachelor’s degree. VU students can complete the RN to BSN degree online in as little as 16 months or extend their length of study for up to five years. Students may also be eligible for tuition deferment, potentially delaying tuition payment until the end of each semester. Previously completed general education and pre-licensure nursing courses will transfer without an expiration date. Academic advisors and faculty are available to VU students throughout the week.

This innovative approach enables nurses to enhance their skills and knowledge from anywhere, fostering a diverse and adaptable community of healthcare professionals.

EVANSVILLE POLICE MERIT COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA

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EVANSVILLE POLICE MERIT COMMISSION

MEETING AGENDA

Monday, January 8th, 2024

4:15 p.m.  Room 307, Civic Center Complex

  1. EXECUTIVE SESSION:
  1. An executive session will be held prior to the open session.
  1. The executive session is closed as provided by:
  1. I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(5): To receive information about and interview prospective employees.
  2. I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(6)(A): With respect to any individual over whom the governing body has jurisdiction to receive information concerning the individual’s alleged misconduct.
  3. I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(9): To discuss a job performance evaluation of individual employees.  This subdivision does not apply to a discussion of the salary, compensation, or benefits of employees during a budget process.
  1. OPEN SESSION:
  1. CALL TO ORDER:
  1. ACKNOWLEDGE GUESTS:
  1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
    1. December 11th, 2023 (Cook, Johnson-Kincaid)
  1. APPROVAL OF CLAIMS:
  1. PROBATIONARY OFFICER UPDATE:
    1. Final Merit Interview for the following Probationary Officers: Gavin Williamson, Harrison Maglinger, Stephen King, Cameron Arvin, Andrew Vincent, Spencer Howell, Kyle Matlock, Zack Turpin, Zach Henderson
    2. There are no officers currently in SWILEA.
    3. Update for Officers in FTO.
    4. Continued employment of Probationary Officer Blake Golden. 
  1. COMMISSION ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS:
    1. Nomination and election of Commission Offices for 2024. 
  1. NEW DISCIPLINE:
    1. 23-PO-30 – Officer Kenneth Dutschke – Badge Number 1315 – Written Reprimand (Not Appealed). 
  1. PENDING DISCIPLINE:
    1. 23-PO-24 – Officer Zackery Baehl – Badge Number 1544 – Two-Day Suspension (Not Appealed). 
  1. RETIREMENTS:
    1. Corporal Christopher Lee Jones, Badge Number 777, retiring effective January 17th, 2024, after serving twenty-six years, four months, and two days.
    2. Sergeant David Russell Brown, Badge Number 5193, retiring effective January 17th, 2024, after serving twenty-one years, nine months, and twenty-three days. 
    3. Officer Jack Douglas Spencer, Badge Number 1219, retiring effective January 18th, 2024, after serving twenty-five years, six months, and twenty-eight days.
    4. Sergeant Theodore Ora Karges, Badge Number 5161, retiring effective January 19th, 2024, after serving thirty-two years, nine months, and three days. 
    5. Sergeant Brian Charles Hildebrandt, Badge Number 5135, retiring effective January 19th, 2024, after serving thirty-five years, six months, and eighteen days. 
  1. SWORN AWARDS/COMMENDATIONS:
    1. Recommendation for Merit Award for Officer Jaylan Hyneman and Officer Taz Cassidy for actions taken on May 9th, 2023. 
    2. Notification of Life Saver Award issued by Chief Bolin to Detective Chris Seibert and Detective Mitch Mansfield for actions taken on May 9th, 2023.
    3. Recommendation for Merit Award for Officer Seth Gorman and Officer Steven Brown for actions taken on October 26th, 2023.
    4. Notification of Life Saver Award issued by Chief Bolin to Officer Joseph Harter for actions taken on December 1st, 2023. 
    5. Notification of Life Saver Award issued by Chief Bolin to Officer Matthew Hastings for actions taken on December 17th, 2023. 
  1. REMINDERS:  
    1. The next meeting will be on Monday, January 22nd, 2024, at 4:15pm. 
  1. ADJOURNMENT:

Men’s basketball welcomes Murray State on Saturday

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Tip set for 1 p.m. inside the Ford Center

 EVANSVILLE, Ind. – In its first home game of the New Year, the University of Evansville men’s basketball team welcomes Murray State to the Ford Center on Saturday afternoon.  Tip is set for 1 p.m. CT with ESPN+ and the Purple Aces Radio Network having the coverage.

Last Time Out

– Indiana State scored the first eight points on Wednesday and would take the victory by a final of 87-73

– Trailing by as many as 25 points in the second half, the Purple Aces utilized a 19-2 run to cut the deficit to just eight with two minutes remaining

– Yacine Toumi led all players with 19 points and 10 rebounds while Kenny Strawbridge Jr. scored 15

– Cam Haffner tallied a season-high of 11 points and Antonio Thomas wrapped up the game with 10

Another Double-Double

– Yacine Toumi has been on an absolute roll over the last five games, averaging 15.0 points and 8.6 rebounds

– He has two double-doubles in the last three games, including a 19-point, 10-rebound performance at Indiana State

– Toumi was 9-for-13 from the field against the Sycamores and has converted 22 of his last 33 attempts over the last three games, an astonishing 66.7%

– His current double-figure streak has reached six games with an average of 14.7 PPG over that span; in the five games prior, he posted just 5.4 PPG

– Toumi continues to lead the team with an average of 6.6 boards while his 11.3 points per game is second for the Aces

Big-Time Honor for Coach Rag

– UE head coach David Ragland was the recipient of the Ben Jobe Award Mid-Season Honors on January 3

– The Ben Jobe Award is presented annually to the top minority Division I head coach with the presentation taking place at the Final Four

– Ragland was the mid-season honoree following an impressive start to the season

Season-High

– Cam Haffner put together his top game of the season at Indiana State, registering 11 points while connecting on three of his six attempts from long range

– Increased playing time benefited Haffner, who saw a season-high 29:05 of floor time in Terre Haute

– Prior to the game, Haffner missed 13 triples in a row over a 5-game stretch

– His previous season mark of 10 points came in the road win at SEMO where he shot 4-of-9 from the field and 2-4 from outside

– Haffner has started all 14 games for UE

Scouting the Opponent

– Murray State enters Saturday’s game with a 5-9 record and have picked wins on two of their three MVC contests thus far

– The Racers dealt Bradley its first loss of the year in December and most recently defeated UIC by an 75-83 final on Tuesday

– All five of their wins have come at home

– Five players average double figures with Rob Perry leading the squad with 14.0 points per game

– JaCobi Wood and Brian Moore Jr. averaged 12.7 and 12.2 PPG respectively

– Nick Ellington checks in with 10.3 PPG and a team-high 6.5 boards per contest

Board of School Trustees of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation

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 The Board of School Trustees of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation will meet for the regularly scheduled Board meeting Monday, January 8, 2024 at 5:30 PM in the Board Room of the EVSC Administration Building located at 951 Walnut Street, Evansville, IN. Board meetings can also be observed by tuning to EVSC’s radio station, 90.7 WPSR or live streamed online at https://www.wpsrhd.com/. 

As published previously, the Board of School Trustees will also hold a Public Hearing to take public testimony from Vanderburgh County residents regarding the preliminary determination to issue bonds. 

Prior to the regularly scheduled Board meeting, three members of the Board, along with district administrators, will hold a Town Hall beginning at 5:00 PM. This Town Hall is for Vanderburgh County residents to speak directly with Board members in attendance about issues involving EVSC schools. The Town Hall will be held in the Technology and Innovation Center located at 951 Walnut Street, Evansville, IN. Members of the public who would like to attend the Town Hall should register by completing the Town Hall Registration Form located on our website at district.evscschools.com. 

Eagles win fourth straight, start 3-0 in OVC play

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EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Southern Indiana Women’s Basketball seized its fourth consecutive victory Thursday night with a 78-57 home win against Tennessee State University.

Thursday’s win gave Southern Indiana, who moved to 8-5 overall, its third Ohio Valley Conference win in three conference games played. Through Thursday’s action around the OVC, USI is currently the only team with a 3-0 start. Eastern Illinois University sits right behind USI with a 2-0 mark to begin league play. The Screaming Eagles’ 3-0 start to the OVC slate is USI’s first 3-0 start in conference play since the 2021-22 season in the Great Lakes Valley Conference. Additionally, Thursday’s victory also gave the Eagles their first four-game winning streak since near the tail end of the 2021-22 season.

Southern Indiana took advantage of its first three possessions at Screaming Eagles Arena on Thursday, scoring on two triples and one basket in the paint to grab an early 8-0 lead on Tennessee State. USI also connected on its first three attempts from beyond the arc. Graduate guard Tori Handley (Jeffersonville, Indiana) jumped out with five quick points, helping USI take a 20-9 lead by the first media timeout at the 3:34 mark of the first quarter. In the last 90 seconds of the opening period, senior forward Meredith Raley (Haubstadt, Indiana) drilled two three-pointers as part of an 11-0 USI run. The Screaming Eagles led 31-11 going into the second quarter, as Southern Indiana went 11-15 from the field and forced the Tigers to cough up seven turnovers in the first.

Early in the second period, Tennessee State made a push to cut USI’s lead down to 13. Junior guard Vanessa Shafford (Linton, Indiana) slowed down the Tigers’ momentum by swishing in a three. Following a defensive stretch in the middle of the frame, Southern Indiana led by 15, 39-24, with 3:25 remaining in the first half. As part of another 11-0 run by the Eagles, Shafford cashed in two more treys. Raley and Shafford had a dozen first-half points each, as USI went into the locker room ahead 50-24 after holding the Tigers scoreless for the last 3:25 of the first half.

In a gradual start out of halftime, Southern Indiana doubled up Tennessee State, 52-26, before redshirt senior guard Addy Blackwell (Bloomington, Indiana) knocked down USI’s eighth three of the contest at the 7:26 mark in the third. In the middle of the third, the Eagles led by as many as 31 points, 59-28. Then Tennessee State tightened up defensively and capitalized on the offensive end with a 10-0 run to close the gap down to 19, 61-42, by the end of the third quarter.

Southern Indiana began the fourth quarter with a long-range make by Shafford, giving USI a 64-42 advantage. As the two sides continued to battle, Shafford canned her fifth triple of the game to hit the 20-point plateau and put USI up 67-46 with 6:43 remaining. Despite some fightback by the Tigers, USI went on a 9-0 run later in the period, highlighted by a three from Blackwell and Shafford. The late run gave Southern Indiana the necessary cushion to seal the win.

For the game, the Screaming Eagles were 28-57 for 49 percent shooting, featuring a season-high 12 three-pointers made. USI also connected on 10 free throws and won the rebounding battle, 41-26. Individually, Shafford poured in a career-high 26 points on 9-15 shooting and drained six of her 10 attempts from beyond the arc. Shafford also added nine rebounds. The junior guard has scored double figures in 11 consecutive games following Thursday night. Raley posted 12 points, her fourth straight outing with double digits, while freshman forward Chloe Gannon (Manchester, Tennessee) tallied 10 points.

Tennessee State (4-9, 1-2) shot just over 39 percent (21-53) from the floor with 13 made foul shots. The Tigers were held to two made threes. Junior forward Lyric Cole was the only Tiger in double figures with 10 points.

The Screaming Eagles conclude this week’s home pair of games on Saturday at 5 p.m. against Tennessee Tech University from Screaming Eagles Arena. Tickets are available for purchase online at usiscreamingeagles.com.

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