Fellow citizens of Dearborn County:
I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who voted for me in the May primary. I still firmly believe it is time to put a citizen representative in the Commissioners office and that is why I am asking everyone who supported me to please give your support to Mr. Orschell and Mr. Taylor. I feel that both of these gentlemen will be your true citizen representatives in the Commissioners office. They will give you the chance to speak in the meetings even if it is on short notice. They will allow you to speak for however long it takes to get your point across. I feel that they will be what a true commissioner should be, and that is a representative of all the citizens in the county.
After all, the Constitution of the United States clearly states that we are a government of the people, by the people and for the people, and we elect representatives to do our bidding.
The two current commissioners up for re-election do not seem to think along these lines, which is quite evident by their inability to pass the land use map amendment to the Comprehensive Plan. One commissioner seems to think that someone is going to steal your property if this map is passed. My father and mother always taught me that it was a crime to steal. I cannot figure out his thinking on this aspect, unless he feels that it is acceptable to steal in government.
Both commissioners have stated that they tabled the land use map so they could look at it more closely. Since then, no discussion or action has taken place in any commissioners meetings. If it is still being evaluated, how, and why hasn’t anything been discussed?
In the four years that these commissioners have been in office, I do not think that one residential subdivision has ever been denied. There are no county ordinances that say you cannot reject a subdivision. If the subdivision will create a hardship to the residents of the county, such as over crowding of public schools, over burdening the police and fire departments, emergency medical services, then the commissioners have a right to reject a proposed subdivision. One good example would be East Central high school and the building project that was completed last year at a high cost to the taxpayers of the entire county.
So I would like to say thank you once again to the people who supported me and I ask that you give your support to Mr. Orschell and Mr. Taylor and put true citizen representation back into county government.
Thank you;
Jerome (Jake) Hoog
Jackson Township
The above editorial was recently published in the Register.
Friday, October 24, 2008
Thursday, October 23, 2008
WHERE ARE WE NOW?
Where are we now?
This editorial was carried in the Register last week.
Last November, Dearborn County Commissioners Jeff Hughes and Rick Fox voted to table the proposed Land Use Map. The map was created to be a guide for our Planning Commission members to use when considering the future development of our county. Mr. Hughes indicated that he felt the public had not had ample opportunities to voice their opinions as to the development of the map, so therefore it must be tabled until the public had the chance to be heard.
This was disrespectful to the dozens of Advisory Committee members asked to assist with the development of a new Land Use Map. This committee was made up of a very diverse group of your friends and neighbors, including farmers, realtors, business owners, developers, and concerned parents. These individuals volunteered or were asked to take part due to either their interest in county affairs or their professional expertise. I was asked to participate by Mr. Mark McCormack, Dearborn County Planning Director, as he knew I was concerned about the future of our county and come from a family that has farmed here for nearly forty years. We committee members sacrificed time with our families to work on the map, only to see our efforts ignored by Commissioners Hughes and Fox.
It was rude to the Dearborn County Plan Commission members, who by default were participants on the Advisory Committee. These dedicated men and women listened to countless citizens voice their concerns about Planning Commission decisions throughout the years, attended numerous Land Use Map meetings, and thoroughly studied the proposed map before passing it to the Commissioners with a favorable recommendation.
Most of all this was an embarrassment to Dearborn County government. Commissioners Hughes and Fox curtly dismissed the efforts of the Planning Director. Mr. McCormack is one of the most dedicated people on the county’s payroll. He tirelessly organized meetings, kept the committee members focused, and included the public every step of the way! He and his department worked extremely hard to move the county forward on a project that had been in the works for over ten years, and was vital for the planning of future growth for our county.
In their re-election ads, both Commissioners have referred to money they have saved the county over the last four years, but when you consider all of the hours spent working on this project by county employees, the utilities used for multiple after hours meetings, and advertising, printing and mailing costs for public notifications, these two Commissioners have actually wasted tens of thousands of taxpayer dollars that they have conveniently forgotten to mention.
So why would Commissioners Hughes and Fox vote to table the map? Both of them, in consideration of their official positions, were on the Advisory Committee. They were involved with the progression from beginning to end. If they felt that Mr. McCormack wasn’t doing enough to keep the public involved, why didn’t they mention it sooner? The answer is simple – because it was a false claim. Mr. McCormack mailed invitations to every Dearborn county resident to attend multiple open houses on the choice of the final map. If the residents didn’t speak up, it certainly wasn’t because they weren’t asked for their opinions.
It’s been rumored that there are some that aren’t happy with the choice of the final map, particularly because it doesn’t allow for as much development as they’d like, specifically in the Northwest quadrant of the county. Could it be that Commissioner Fox’s partnership in a company with developer Tom Kent, and Commissioner Hughes’s campaign contribution from a developer have clouded their judgment as to what’s best for the county in favor of what’s best for them?
So, where are we now? It’s been almost one year since the map was tabled. What have commissioners Hughes and Fox done to ensure that the public has now been heard? How many public meetings have they held? Where are their records showing the names of county residents that they’ve called to ask about the subject?
The men and women that served on the Advisory Committee, the members of the Planning Commission, the employees of the Planning Department, and the concerned citizens that took the time from their busy lives to come to the open houses deserve an answer! When is the Land Use Map going to be on the Commissioner’s agenda and be passed? It is simply unacceptable that hundreds of people could participate in a process, come to a decision, and have that decision completely ignored by just two arrogant individuals.
Dearborn County citizens need to pay attention. Whether or not you think the map is important doesn’t matter – you need to know what’s happening where you live. Don’t wait until a development is proposed on a property near you, or your children’s grades start to slip because their class is overcrowded, or your taxes go up, again, because the district needs to build another school. Get involved now by voting! The actions of Commissioners Hughes and Fox should prove to you that they do not have the best interests of the citizens at heart, and need to be removed from office.
Reporter Denise Freitag Burdette referred to Mr. Hughes as a “silly, silly man” in her article written right after the proposed Land Use Map was tabled. Members of the Advisory and Plan Commissions would not have been as kind.
Linda Mitchell
Miller Township
This editorial was carried in the Register last week.
Last November, Dearborn County Commissioners Jeff Hughes and Rick Fox voted to table the proposed Land Use Map. The map was created to be a guide for our Planning Commission members to use when considering the future development of our county. Mr. Hughes indicated that he felt the public had not had ample opportunities to voice their opinions as to the development of the map, so therefore it must be tabled until the public had the chance to be heard.
This was disrespectful to the dozens of Advisory Committee members asked to assist with the development of a new Land Use Map. This committee was made up of a very diverse group of your friends and neighbors, including farmers, realtors, business owners, developers, and concerned parents. These individuals volunteered or were asked to take part due to either their interest in county affairs or their professional expertise. I was asked to participate by Mr. Mark McCormack, Dearborn County Planning Director, as he knew I was concerned about the future of our county and come from a family that has farmed here for nearly forty years. We committee members sacrificed time with our families to work on the map, only to see our efforts ignored by Commissioners Hughes and Fox.
It was rude to the Dearborn County Plan Commission members, who by default were participants on the Advisory Committee. These dedicated men and women listened to countless citizens voice their concerns about Planning Commission decisions throughout the years, attended numerous Land Use Map meetings, and thoroughly studied the proposed map before passing it to the Commissioners with a favorable recommendation.
Most of all this was an embarrassment to Dearborn County government. Commissioners Hughes and Fox curtly dismissed the efforts of the Planning Director. Mr. McCormack is one of the most dedicated people on the county’s payroll. He tirelessly organized meetings, kept the committee members focused, and included the public every step of the way! He and his department worked extremely hard to move the county forward on a project that had been in the works for over ten years, and was vital for the planning of future growth for our county.
In their re-election ads, both Commissioners have referred to money they have saved the county over the last four years, but when you consider all of the hours spent working on this project by county employees, the utilities used for multiple after hours meetings, and advertising, printing and mailing costs for public notifications, these two Commissioners have actually wasted tens of thousands of taxpayer dollars that they have conveniently forgotten to mention.
So why would Commissioners Hughes and Fox vote to table the map? Both of them, in consideration of their official positions, were on the Advisory Committee. They were involved with the progression from beginning to end. If they felt that Mr. McCormack wasn’t doing enough to keep the public involved, why didn’t they mention it sooner? The answer is simple – because it was a false claim. Mr. McCormack mailed invitations to every Dearborn county resident to attend multiple open houses on the choice of the final map. If the residents didn’t speak up, it certainly wasn’t because they weren’t asked for their opinions.
It’s been rumored that there are some that aren’t happy with the choice of the final map, particularly because it doesn’t allow for as much development as they’d like, specifically in the Northwest quadrant of the county. Could it be that Commissioner Fox’s partnership in a company with developer Tom Kent, and Commissioner Hughes’s campaign contribution from a developer have clouded their judgment as to what’s best for the county in favor of what’s best for them?
So, where are we now? It’s been almost one year since the map was tabled. What have commissioners Hughes and Fox done to ensure that the public has now been heard? How many public meetings have they held? Where are their records showing the names of county residents that they’ve called to ask about the subject?
The men and women that served on the Advisory Committee, the members of the Planning Commission, the employees of the Planning Department, and the concerned citizens that took the time from their busy lives to come to the open houses deserve an answer! When is the Land Use Map going to be on the Commissioner’s agenda and be passed? It is simply unacceptable that hundreds of people could participate in a process, come to a decision, and have that decision completely ignored by just two arrogant individuals.
Dearborn County citizens need to pay attention. Whether or not you think the map is important doesn’t matter – you need to know what’s happening where you live. Don’t wait until a development is proposed on a property near you, or your children’s grades start to slip because their class is overcrowded, or your taxes go up, again, because the district needs to build another school. Get involved now by voting! The actions of Commissioners Hughes and Fox should prove to you that they do not have the best interests of the citizens at heart, and need to be removed from office.
Reporter Denise Freitag Burdette referred to Mr. Hughes as a “silly, silly man” in her article written right after the proposed Land Use Map was tabled. Members of the Advisory and Plan Commissions would not have been as kind.
Linda Mitchell
Miller Township
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
21 October 2008 Dearborn County Commissioner Meeting Notes
Present: Hughes, Chairman, Fox, and Thompson
Also present: Messmore, Administrator
Absent: Ewbank, Attorney, and Pickens, Auditor
Gayle Pennington- Treasurer- received approval for Pay Gov (sp?) contract for 1 year with 30 day termination clause to handle just the over the counter credit card payments. There is a 3% surcharge for this service that the payor pays. Ewbank had reviewed the contract per Pennington and he was OK with it. She said other counties used this company and liked them.
Todd Listerman- Transportation Director- gave a 25-minute report:
1. Elvin Miller’s old subdivision in Sparta Township near Moore’s Hill- Commissioners accepted Rebecca Court (.25 miles) into the county road inventory.
2. Listerman will check with Council to have roads that have vpd of 500-999 striped for the first year after they are newly paved. The reasoning is that they are so black and the edges raised that it will help with night visibility until the color fades. Listeman said there are about 72 miles of county roads striped.
3. Holt Road will have a new dry ford built – higher than the old one to help lessen the times it is unusable due to flooding. Funds are in budget and they will do this in- house.
4. Commissioners signed the Bell’s Branch Bridge inspection contract with DLZ out of Indy for $71,773.60. INDOT approved the agreement.
5. Commissioners signed the letter to petition INDOT to allow ROW and preliminary engineering design to be used as a match for the $1million for the North Dearborn Rd alignment. Fox said: “Does any of this strike you as being a little nuts?” (in reference to the hoops that we go through for federal aid projects.)
6. Millings are in place on Schantz and Rumsey for about half the cost of asphalt paving. Listerman is finalizing process on chip sealing to do that before winter.
7. Used guard rail was purchased for $26,500 vs over $110,000 new.
8. Triple whipple Bridge is being painted now.
9. Chesterville Bridge #20 – deck poured and will be completed by the end of Nov.
10. Road in William’s Retreat sub’n (no lots sold yet and it’s 7 years old) will be ready for acceptance soon.
11. Snow preparation – salt delivered and LTAP safety training is being done.
12. Thursday morning scheduled to mill 3600 ft of Pribble Hill due to slippery road conditions.
[NOTE: An accident victim’s father reported to someone in the audience tonight that there is a significant amount of moss and algae on the road itself. This may account for some of that problem- as it is a relatively new phenomenon.]
Claims and minutes signed
Messmore- NOTHING- unless there are any questions – there were none.
Hughes- Building Commissioner resigned. Fox stated that the guy down there is doing a super job, but I know that Ralph likes to have resumes etc. Thompson said- normally he does, but in this instance with certification issues and the state inspectors involved he thought we should continue with Fryman- too risky to change at this time. Commissioners appointed Carl Fryman as Building Commissioner.
Meeting adjourned at 7:05 PM
Christine Brauer Mueller
Lawrenceburg Township
Also present: Messmore, Administrator
Absent: Ewbank, Attorney, and Pickens, Auditor
Gayle Pennington- Treasurer- received approval for Pay Gov (sp?) contract for 1 year with 30 day termination clause to handle just the over the counter credit card payments. There is a 3% surcharge for this service that the payor pays. Ewbank had reviewed the contract per Pennington and he was OK with it. She said other counties used this company and liked them.
Todd Listerman- Transportation Director- gave a 25-minute report:
1. Elvin Miller’s old subdivision in Sparta Township near Moore’s Hill- Commissioners accepted Rebecca Court (.25 miles) into the county road inventory.
2. Listerman will check with Council to have roads that have vpd of 500-999 striped for the first year after they are newly paved. The reasoning is that they are so black and the edges raised that it will help with night visibility until the color fades. Listeman said there are about 72 miles of county roads striped.
3. Holt Road will have a new dry ford built – higher than the old one to help lessen the times it is unusable due to flooding. Funds are in budget and they will do this in- house.
4. Commissioners signed the Bell’s Branch Bridge inspection contract with DLZ out of Indy for $71,773.60. INDOT approved the agreement.
5. Commissioners signed the letter to petition INDOT to allow ROW and preliminary engineering design to be used as a match for the $1million for the North Dearborn Rd alignment. Fox said: “Does any of this strike you as being a little nuts?” (in reference to the hoops that we go through for federal aid projects.)
6. Millings are in place on Schantz and Rumsey for about half the cost of asphalt paving. Listerman is finalizing process on chip sealing to do that before winter.
7. Used guard rail was purchased for $26,500 vs over $110,000 new.
8. Triple whipple Bridge is being painted now.
9. Chesterville Bridge #20 – deck poured and will be completed by the end of Nov.
10. Road in William’s Retreat sub’n (no lots sold yet and it’s 7 years old) will be ready for acceptance soon.
11. Snow preparation – salt delivered and LTAP safety training is being done.
12. Thursday morning scheduled to mill 3600 ft of Pribble Hill due to slippery road conditions.
[NOTE: An accident victim’s father reported to someone in the audience tonight that there is a significant amount of moss and algae on the road itself. This may account for some of that problem- as it is a relatively new phenomenon.]
Claims and minutes signed
Messmore- NOTHING- unless there are any questions – there were none.
Hughes- Building Commissioner resigned. Fox stated that the guy down there is doing a super job, but I know that Ralph likes to have resumes etc. Thompson said- normally he does, but in this instance with certification issues and the state inspectors involved he thought we should continue with Fryman- too risky to change at this time. Commissioners appointed Carl Fryman as Building Commissioner.
Meeting adjourned at 7:05 PM
Christine Brauer Mueller
Lawrenceburg Township
Monday, October 20, 2008
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New information has been added to the Citizens for Dearborn County, a registered Political Action Committee (PAC), website.
New information has been added to the Citizens for Dearborn County, a registered Political Action Committee (PAC), website.
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Campaign Finance Reports for November 4, 2008 Election
Campaign Finance Reports for November 4, 2008 Election
These reports are for local races that have opposing candidates. Clerk, Treasurer, and Coroner are not listed here. Unitemized contributions are those less than $100. Some candidates choose to list those anyway.
CONTRIBUTIONS and EXPENSES
JUDGES
Jon Cleary- Republican
Charles/Mary Cleary – 140
Vernon Hensley – 300 (total 800)
Joe Votaw- 500
Brad Rupel – 347 (HVL Golf)
Jon Rupel- 247 (HVL Golf)
Jeff Rupel- 247 (HVL Golf)
Brian Rupel – 247 (HVL Golf)
Kathryn McCune- 247 (HVL Golf)
SE Ind Beverage – 250
Unitemized contributions- 9,763,32 (total 11,342,32)
Contributions YTD – 32,200,09
Expenses YTD- 30,147.22
Barbara Wyly – Democrat
James Wyly – 11,119.48 (total 13,669.48)
Contributions YTD- 13,669.48
Expenses 11169.48 (Total 13722.48)
COUNCIL-AT-LARGE- the top three vote getters win.
Charlie Fehrman- Republican
Zero
[NOTE: Fehrman was reported in the local paper as remaining on the ballot, but has taken a job in the Indianapolis area. His house is for sale here. His residency will change legally when the house is sold. He has stated he will not accept the President of Council spot if elected. If elected, Fehrman’s spot will ultimately (when he officially moves)be filled by the Republican Party – not the voters.]
Bill Ullrich- Republican
Unitemized contributions- 789.26 (Total 1114.26)
Contributions YTD 1114.26
Expenses YTD 1114.26)
Maynard Barrett- Republican
Maynard Barrett- 2000 (Total 2400)
Don McIntosh – 100
DC Republican Committee- 1500
Unitemized – 25 (Total 480)
Contributions YTD- 4480
Expenses YTD- 3985.20
Philip Darling- Democrat
Alan Freemond- 300
Geraldine Stutz – 50
Jacqueline Stutz – 50
Philip Darling – 1093.21 (total 1259.61)
IBEW Ed’n Committee- 750
Dearborn Ripley Bldg Trades- 100
Plumbers and Pipefitters – 300
Int’l Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers – 100
Contributions YTD 2909.61
Expenses YTD 1568.55
COMMISSIONERS
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COMMISSIONERS- District 1
Jeff Hughes- Republican
DC Republican Party – 1500
Jeff Hughes – 1180 (Total 14,680)
Contributions YTD 14,680
Expenses YTD 13,614.21
Doug Taylor- Democrat
Linda/Jim Estes- 100
Harry Tritschler- 600
Alan/Clara Freemond- 1000
Steve.Karen Miller- 100
James Mitchel- 100
John/Darlene Albright- 100
JoNee Cochran – 150
Shelby Radenheimer – 100
Ron/Bonnie Powell- 250
Doug/Katrina Taylor- 136.57
LIUNA Local 741 – 200
Boilermakers Local 374- 300
Plumbers and Pipefitters – 500
IBEW Local 481 – 100
Local 1142 Carpenters- 100
Local IBEW 212 – 500
Dearborn Ripley County Bldg Trades – 100
Millwright Local 1003 – 100
Fortune Mgmt – 200
DMS Investment Mgmt – 200
Gary Good Bail Bonds- 150
Contributions YTD- 5086.57
Expenses YTD- 4857.90
COMMISSIONER- District 2
Rick Fox- Republican
DC Republican Party- 1500 (total 2050)
Contributions YTD- 2050
Expenses YTD- 1188
Tom Orschell- Democrat
Tom Orschell- 2963
Contributions YTD- 3113
Expenses YTD- 3112.62
POLITICAL COMMITTEES:
Dearborn County Republican Committee
Aaron Negangard (prosecutor) – 500
Joe Mrak (RQAW) – 1000
Barry Nanz- 225
Gene Ferguson- 250
Dave Lusby (sheriff) – 250
Jon Cleary (running for judge) – 350
Laura Backman- 250
Richard Ungerbuehler – 200
Carl Petty- 200
Harry Wilhelm – 200
Lewes and Kappes- (lobbyist for county) – 500
John J Frick and Assoc. – 1000
Bucher Trucking and Excavating – 200
John J Dornette- 250
D&D Vending – 200
Ewbank & Kramer (county attorney and other cty boards) – 1000
Unitemized contributions – 1746 (total 7131)
Contributions YTD- 17,518.70
Expenses YTD – 15,882.35 (Of this 3 local candidates received 1500 EACH ( Hughes, Fox, and Barrett) and Jud McMillan received 1000.
Citizens for Dearborn County- PAC
Alan Freemond- 700
Clara Freemond – 601.80
Mark Hall – 667.36
Unitemized – 1511.59
Contributions YTD- 3480.75
Expenses YTD – 3480.75
These reports are for local races that have opposing candidates. Clerk, Treasurer, and Coroner are not listed here. Unitemized contributions are those less than $100. Some candidates choose to list those anyway.
CONTRIBUTIONS and EXPENSES
JUDGES
Jon Cleary- Republican
Charles/Mary Cleary – 140
Vernon Hensley – 300 (total 800)
Joe Votaw- 500
Brad Rupel – 347 (HVL Golf)
Jon Rupel- 247 (HVL Golf)
Jeff Rupel- 247 (HVL Golf)
Brian Rupel – 247 (HVL Golf)
Kathryn McCune- 247 (HVL Golf)
SE Ind Beverage – 250
Unitemized contributions- 9,763,32 (total 11,342,32)
Contributions YTD – 32,200,09
Expenses YTD- 30,147.22
Barbara Wyly – Democrat
James Wyly – 11,119.48 (total 13,669.48)
Contributions YTD- 13,669.48
Expenses 11169.48 (Total 13722.48)
COUNCIL-AT-LARGE- the top three vote getters win.
Charlie Fehrman- Republican
Zero
[NOTE: Fehrman was reported in the local paper as remaining on the ballot, but has taken a job in the Indianapolis area. His house is for sale here. His residency will change legally when the house is sold. He has stated he will not accept the President of Council spot if elected. If elected, Fehrman’s spot will ultimately (when he officially moves)be filled by the Republican Party – not the voters.]
Bill Ullrich- Republican
Unitemized contributions- 789.26 (Total 1114.26)
Contributions YTD 1114.26
Expenses YTD 1114.26)
Maynard Barrett- Republican
Maynard Barrett- 2000 (Total 2400)
Don McIntosh – 100
DC Republican Committee- 1500
Unitemized – 25 (Total 480)
Contributions YTD- 4480
Expenses YTD- 3985.20
Philip Darling- Democrat
Alan Freemond- 300
Geraldine Stutz – 50
Jacqueline Stutz – 50
Philip Darling – 1093.21 (total 1259.61)
IBEW Ed’n Committee- 750
Dearborn Ripley Bldg Trades- 100
Plumbers and Pipefitters – 300
Int’l Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers – 100
Contributions YTD 2909.61
Expenses YTD 1568.55
COMMISSIONERS
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COMMISSIONERS- District 1
Jeff Hughes- Republican
DC Republican Party – 1500
Jeff Hughes – 1180 (Total 14,680)
Contributions YTD 14,680
Expenses YTD 13,614.21
Doug Taylor- Democrat
Linda/Jim Estes- 100
Harry Tritschler- 600
Alan/Clara Freemond- 1000
Steve.Karen Miller- 100
James Mitchel- 100
John/Darlene Albright- 100
JoNee Cochran – 150
Shelby Radenheimer – 100
Ron/Bonnie Powell- 250
Doug/Katrina Taylor- 136.57
LIUNA Local 741 – 200
Boilermakers Local 374- 300
Plumbers and Pipefitters – 500
IBEW Local 481 – 100
Local 1142 Carpenters- 100
Local IBEW 212 – 500
Dearborn Ripley County Bldg Trades – 100
Millwright Local 1003 – 100
Fortune Mgmt – 200
DMS Investment Mgmt – 200
Gary Good Bail Bonds- 150
Contributions YTD- 5086.57
Expenses YTD- 4857.90
COMMISSIONER- District 2
Rick Fox- Republican
DC Republican Party- 1500 (total 2050)
Contributions YTD- 2050
Expenses YTD- 1188
Tom Orschell- Democrat
Tom Orschell- 2963
Contributions YTD- 3113
Expenses YTD- 3112.62
POLITICAL COMMITTEES:
Dearborn County Republican Committee
Aaron Negangard (prosecutor) – 500
Joe Mrak (RQAW) – 1000
Barry Nanz- 225
Gene Ferguson- 250
Dave Lusby (sheriff) – 250
Jon Cleary (running for judge) – 350
Laura Backman- 250
Richard Ungerbuehler – 200
Carl Petty- 200
Harry Wilhelm – 200
Lewes and Kappes- (lobbyist for county) – 500
John J Frick and Assoc. – 1000
Bucher Trucking and Excavating – 200
John J Dornette- 250
D&D Vending – 200
Ewbank & Kramer (county attorney and other cty boards) – 1000
Unitemized contributions – 1746 (total 7131)
Contributions YTD- 17,518.70
Expenses YTD – 15,882.35 (Of this 3 local candidates received 1500 EACH ( Hughes, Fox, and Barrett) and Jud McMillan received 1000.
Citizens for Dearborn County- PAC
Alan Freemond- 700
Clara Freemond – 601.80
Mark Hall – 667.36
Unitemized – 1511.59
Contributions YTD- 3480.75
Expenses YTD – 3480.75
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Ms Gutzweiler, Which Is the Truth??
Ms Gutzweiler, Which Is the Truth??
Excerpts from:
Echoes
Page 68
August - September, 2008
VRUC Board Meeting minutes for July 8
"During the discussion period, Jack Arduin asked if the Board got the letter from South Dearborn dated April 18. Jeff Bittner responded that he remembers the letter. Jack Arduin stated that a draft of the contract was given to the Board's official representative, Sammy Gutzwiller. Ms. Gutzwiller emphatically stated that she was never the official representative. Jeff Bittner stated that the only way someone would be an official representative is if the Board makes a motion to that effect. Jack said that SDRSD realizes that four Board members are against the takeover and they would like an official letter from this Board stating the position of the Board."
VRUC Board Meeting minutes for Aug. 19
Echoes
Page 78
September - October, 2008
"Dearborn, any negotiations will be a Board decision as to who is on the negotiating committee. Maria also asked why Sammy Gutzwiller represented the VRUC at a South Dearborn meeting recently. Jeff responded that ONLY persons authorized by this Board represent this Board. Jeff said he has told Ms. LaRosa before that Sammy was not authorized to represent us, therefore, she did not. "
The undersigned herein below do attest to the facts, that on June 10, 2008 at the South Dearborn Regional Sewer District Board Meeting, held at the facility in the conference room , Ms Sammy Gutzweiler did identify herself and indicate she was the appointed representative of the Valley Rural Utilities Company as indicated in the partial transcription of the audio tape of the meeting below:
"OK, I 'm Sammy Gutzweiler. I was asked to attend this by the Board. The Board is otherwise tied up at the moment.
Randy Turner: Which Board? Valley Rural Board?
The Valley Rural Board of Directors. I'm an eleven year past member and worked for four years to try to get the utility company bought from the developer. I'm surprised the VRUC Board was not notified of this. We received a call last night at 10:00 o'clock last night, the Board did, that this was coming up on the agenda today.
Steve Lampert: Sammy, it was on last month's agenda. And that document got handed out a month ago. And you had three of your Board members or two of your Board members here.
Well then I guess the Board members didn't notify the other members. And I guess this seems ..
Jerry Jacobsen: Must not be very good communications there.
Well, you got it. I guess this is a kind of a surprise to me. I'm speaking just for me ........."
Signed by SDRSD Board Members, Attorney and staff:
Randy Turner
Jerry Jacobsen
William Neyer
Matt Zerbe
Steve Lampert
Grover Sefton
Charles M. (Mel ) Davis
Excerpts from:
Echoes
Page 68
August - September, 2008
VRUC Board Meeting minutes for July 8
"During the discussion period, Jack Arduin asked if the Board got the letter from South Dearborn dated April 18. Jeff Bittner responded that he remembers the letter. Jack Arduin stated that a draft of the contract was given to the Board's official representative, Sammy Gutzwiller. Ms. Gutzwiller emphatically stated that she was never the official representative. Jeff Bittner stated that the only way someone would be an official representative is if the Board makes a motion to that effect. Jack said that SDRSD realizes that four Board members are against the takeover and they would like an official letter from this Board stating the position of the Board."
VRUC Board Meeting minutes for Aug. 19
Echoes
Page 78
September - October, 2008
"Dearborn, any negotiations will be a Board decision as to who is on the negotiating committee. Maria also asked why Sammy Gutzwiller represented the VRUC at a South Dearborn meeting recently. Jeff responded that ONLY persons authorized by this Board represent this Board. Jeff said he has told Ms. LaRosa before that Sammy was not authorized to represent us, therefore, she did not. "
ATTESTATION
The undersigned herein below do attest to the facts, that on June 10, 2008 at the South Dearborn Regional Sewer District Board Meeting, held at the facility in the conference room , Ms Sammy Gutzweiler did identify herself and indicate she was the appointed representative of the Valley Rural Utilities Company as indicated in the partial transcription of the audio tape of the meeting below:
"OK, I 'm Sammy Gutzweiler. I was asked to attend this by the Board. The Board is otherwise tied up at the moment.
Randy Turner: Which Board? Valley Rural Board?
The Valley Rural Board of Directors. I'm an eleven year past member and worked for four years to try to get the utility company bought from the developer. I'm surprised the VRUC Board was not notified of this. We received a call last night at 10:00 o'clock last night, the Board did, that this was coming up on the agenda today.
Steve Lampert: Sammy, it was on last month's agenda. And that document got handed out a month ago. And you had three of your Board members or two of your Board members here.
Well then I guess the Board members didn't notify the other members. And I guess this seems ..
Jerry Jacobsen: Must not be very good communications there.
Well, you got it. I guess this is a kind of a surprise to me. I'm speaking just for me ........."
Signed by SDRSD Board Members, Attorney and staff:
Randy Turner
Jerry Jacobsen
William Neyer
Matt Zerbe
Steve Lampert
Grover Sefton
Charles M. (Mel ) Davis
READ THE NEWSPAPER TOO
READ THE NEWSPAPER
Requests for election information have been coming in.
The local newspapers- Dearborn County Register and Journal Press started carrying in-depth articles on each race, ads, and editorials this week starting with this past Thursday's paper.
Other monthly papers in the county carry ads and inserts as well. The local radio WSCH 99.3 FM and their online component at http://eaglecountryonline.com also has some information.
For interviews with some local candidates you can also find podcasts at www.theflypod.com
Requests for election information have been coming in.
The local newspapers- Dearborn County Register and Journal Press started carrying in-depth articles on each race, ads, and editorials this week starting with this past Thursday's paper.
Other monthly papers in the county carry ads and inserts as well. The local radio WSCH 99.3 FM and their online component at http://eaglecountryonline.com also has some information.
For interviews with some local candidates you can also find podcasts at www.theflypod.com
Friday, October 17, 2008
BARBARA WYLY FOR JUDGE INTERVIEW
BARBARA WYLY FOR JUDGE INTERVIEW
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Show #1 - POLITICALLY CORRECT: BARBARA WYLY (D) - CANDIDATE FOR JUDGE OF DEARBORN COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT #1. This is the 2nd interview with Barb Wyly during the current General Election season. To listen to this interview, click on the following direct show-link:
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Monday, October 13, 2008
DON TOWNSEND RESIGNS FROM BUILDING DEPARTMENT
Dearborn County Board of Commissioners
215B West High Street
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
October 6, 2008
RE: Resignation
This notice serves as my resignation effective today. As you know I have been considering retirement for some time now, and have made my decision. Hopefully the timing will take some additional pressure off the Building Department during this exceptionally slow period.
I would like to thank the Dearborn County Board of Commissioners, County Council and my coworkers' for their support during the past 4 years.
Sincerely,
Don Townsend
cc: Dearborn County Council
215B West High Street
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
October 6, 2008
RE: Resignation
This notice serves as my resignation effective today. As you know I have been considering retirement for some time now, and have made my decision. Hopefully the timing will take some additional pressure off the Building Department during this exceptionally slow period.
I would like to thank the Dearborn County Board of Commissioners, County Council and my coworkers' for their support during the past 4 years.
Sincerely,
Don Townsend
cc: Dearborn County Council
REMINDER- Candidates Night is Tuesday!
REMINDER:
Dearborn County Chamber of Commerce Candidates Night is Tuesday!
October 14th at 7 PM at the Adult Center
on Tate Street in Lawrenceburg across from the Firehouse.
WSCH 99.3 FM will have live coverage of the event for those unable to attend in person.
Dearborn County Chamber of Commerce Candidates Night is Tuesday!
October 14th at 7 PM at the Adult Center
on Tate Street in Lawrenceburg across from the Firehouse.
WSCH 99.3 FM will have live coverage of the event for those unable to attend in person.
JEFF HUGHES INTERVIEW ON www.theflypod.com
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Thursday, October 09, 2008
BARBARA A. WYLY, DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE FOR JUDGE, SUPERIOR COURT 1
BARBARA A. WYLY, DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE FOR JUDGE, SUPERIOR COURT 1
In the listing of Democratic Candidates in Dearborn County, Barbara A. Wyly, Democratic Candidate for Superior Court 1 Judge, was inadvertently omitted. She is running against Franklin County Deputy Prosecutor Jon Cleary. Barbara served five years active and four years reserve duty as a Judge Advocate (JAG) Officer with the United States Air Force and is a former Assistant United States Attorney. She has practiced law for 28 years, the last 13 years in Dearborn County. She was the attorney for the Department of Child Services for Dearborn and Ohio Counties for 11 years and was responsible trying the child abuse and neglect cases of all the children who are reported neglected and abused in those counties. More than 100 children are in safe permanent homes due to termination of parental rights cases she tried in front of Dearborn and Ohio County Courts: cases that one local judge called “the closest thing to a death penalty case he had ever had to hear.” Many of those termination of parental rights cases went up on appeal, and not one was ever overturned on appeal.
Barbara has also spent an equal number of years as a public defender, so she understands the balance between the rights of the accused and the rights of the public. She currently practices law in Bright, Indiana where she practices domestic relations, criminal, personal injury, debt collection, real property and estate planning and probate law. If you have a question for Barbara, or would like to contact her, you can reach her at barbwyly@yahoo.com. She will be a guest on the flypod on October 16 and would like to answer your questions in that program.
In the listing of Democratic Candidates in Dearborn County, Barbara A. Wyly, Democratic Candidate for Superior Court 1 Judge, was inadvertently omitted. She is running against Franklin County Deputy Prosecutor Jon Cleary. Barbara served five years active and four years reserve duty as a Judge Advocate (JAG) Officer with the United States Air Force and is a former Assistant United States Attorney. She has practiced law for 28 years, the last 13 years in Dearborn County. She was the attorney for the Department of Child Services for Dearborn and Ohio Counties for 11 years and was responsible trying the child abuse and neglect cases of all the children who are reported neglected and abused in those counties. More than 100 children are in safe permanent homes due to termination of parental rights cases she tried in front of Dearborn and Ohio County Courts: cases that one local judge called “the closest thing to a death penalty case he had ever had to hear.” Many of those termination of parental rights cases went up on appeal, and not one was ever overturned on appeal.
Barbara has also spent an equal number of years as a public defender, so she understands the balance between the rights of the accused and the rights of the public. She currently practices law in Bright, Indiana where she practices domestic relations, criminal, personal injury, debt collection, real property and estate planning and probate law. If you have a question for Barbara, or would like to contact her, you can reach her at barbwyly@yahoo.com. She will be a guest on the flypod on October 16 and would like to answer your questions in that program.
www.citizens-for-dearborn-county.com
www.citizens-for-dearborn-county.com
Citizens for Dearborn County is a registered Political Action Committee (PAC) formed by a group of your concerned friends and neighbors for the primary purpose of promoting ethical and open government in Dearborn County. While events and circumstances at the national level are important, local government decisions have the most immediate and direct impact on our daily lives.
Citizens for Dearborn County seeks to identify the important local government issues and provide you with a non-partisan, objective explanation and analysis. We attempt to determine how candidates will serve citizens' needs by evaluating their past performances and/or service to the community. The goal is to provide you with the information you need to make informed decisions on local issues and candidate qualifications for the upcoming elections on November 4th. Visit our website for more information.
Contact:
Citizens for Dearborn County
Mark Hall, Treasurer
10371 Hall Lane
Sunman, IN 47041
Citizens for Dearborn County is a registered Political Action Committee (PAC) formed by a group of your concerned friends and neighbors for the primary purpose of promoting ethical and open government in Dearborn County. While events and circumstances at the national level are important, local government decisions have the most immediate and direct impact on our daily lives.
Citizens for Dearborn County seeks to identify the important local government issues and provide you with a non-partisan, objective explanation and analysis. We attempt to determine how candidates will serve citizens' needs by evaluating their past performances and/or service to the community. The goal is to provide you with the information you need to make informed decisions on local issues and candidate qualifications for the upcoming elections on November 4th. Visit our website for more information.
Contact:
Citizens for Dearborn County
Mark Hall, Treasurer
10371 Hall Lane
Sunman, IN 47041
Wednesday, October 08, 2008
7 October 2008 Dearborn County Commissioner Meeting Notes
7 October 2008 Dearborn County Commissioner Meeting Notes
Present: Hughes, Fox, and Thompson
Also present: Pickens, Auditor, Ewbank, Attorney, and Messmore, Administrator
No uniformed police officer was present. [NOTE: Have the commissioners finally given up on this waste of time and money?]
Candidates present in the audience: Phil Darling, Council at-large, Tom Orschell, Commissioner D-2, and Doug Taylor, Commissioner D-1.
Old Business:
Darryl Sears- Pendleton Sears Architects for DC Animal Shelter- tabled last meeting. Commissioners discussed Frank Kramer’s amendments to the contract. Sears had added all to the newly revised ones. There was a problem with the payment schedule and Ewbank wanted more on the side of the county at the construction document phase. He did note that to date the firm had worked for free.
Fox said he has served on boards with Frank Kramer and wants to follow his advice.
Thompson said that construction MANAGEMENT is being done by someone else – who?
Messmore said Carl Fryman (Building Dept) is doing the construction management for the county. We are also doing the inspection so Fryman won’t inspect- another member of the dept will. [NOTE: So another inspector will inspect and his boss will manage the construction that he is inspecting? This appears to be a conflict of interest. What if the inspector and the “manager” disagree? Who set this up? Why do we protect the county in a payout schedule and then slip up here?]
Commissioners compromised on the payout schedule regarding administration and construction documents at 10 and 50% each. Approved contract with those revisions for later signature by Hughes and contingent upon PAWS transferring money into the county account for this.
New Business:
Sandy Whitehead- Educator for Solid Waste District- Talked about Reduce- Reuse- Recycle in the county buildings also. Commissioners approved the resolution for the county offices to purchase items from recycled content thus helping with a market for our recycled products. The state allows a 15% PRICE PREFERENCE FOR RECYCLED PRODUCTS.
Commissioners also approved November 15th at National American Recycling Day in the county.
Mark McCormack- Planning Director- presented Article 1 Sections 160 1nd 165 eliminating VARIANCE and leaving WAIVER as part of the subdivision ordinance to match state code. Commissioners approved.
Lawrenceville street vacations and costs were determined to be $6,000 with the county PZ dept waiving their fees. ($4400 survey and $1600 legal bid) The county interests would be the cemetery out there and buildings we’ve allowed in the ROW. L-ville was platted in the 1830’s. Fox doesn’t want to start the precedent that the county pays. Thompson agreed and added that the benefits accrue to the property owners so they should pay. Ewbank said t be sure the descriptions have the ROW split described in metes and bounds for Assessor etc. McCormack will advise the property owners there and see how to proceed.
McCormack said Bob Laws term expires this year and will NOT seek another appointment. Commissioners need to find a replacement for his position for Jan 1st meeting.
Bill Black – EMA- Had one grant resigned – due to date change needed.(2007) Received another $53,865 grant for public safety and purchased more portable radios to distribute to agencies. Grant signed.
Individuals in the county are eligible for disaster relief via an 800 number. They- EMA- are also working with FEMA to get money for county work on the disaster- County hwy has $80,000, REMC has $414,000, etc of the $555,000 filed for. The state needs $7 million to qualify.
Todd Listerman- Highway- gave a 20-minute report-
Rosewood Subdivision- Frey Road- .04 mile accepted into county highway.
Eden Garden Subdivision- Off Blair up Trestor Hill- accepted into highway- 1495 ft of Eden Dr and 321 ft of Appletree Dr.
Change order for Triple Whipple found issues with abutment when it was jacked up totaling $8596. Our share will be 80% of 20% of this number. Approved.
DLZ will be inspector for Bells Branch bridge- documents to be signed at next meeting.
Letter thanking Randolph County for Chipper loan for storm damage signed.
The design for I-275 ITS system with Artemis was approved by INDOT with cameras and 511 signs and NOT the information sign. That may come later.
Field check for bridge rehab over I-74 at St. Leon. There will be 3 lanes (one is turn lane) and 10 ft shoulders. Project starts in 2009.
Salt Fork and the bridge on SR 1 will be 2010 with less closing of SR 1 as the bridge is MOVING west of its location. It will be on the LEFT of SR 1 as you head north or SR1. Closures will only be needed as attaching the bridge to SR 1 occurs.
Rumsey was finished and Schantz will be this week- using millings from state highway projects. Council approved funding for more of this recycled mix. Cost is 1/3 of paving.
Fox asked about COLLIER RIDGE ROAD. – Council’s $500,000 still available and will go for bids after 1st of the year, They will reset guardrail for winter. Fox asked Listerman to contact the group out there asking about it. Thompson advised notifying paper also for others who travel that road.
Listerman said they are also working on Holt Road- considering a bridge or a higher dry ford there. It connects to Ripley County from North Hogan.
Pickens- Claims and minutes approved.
Messmore- NOTHING unless questions, and there were none.
Ewbank- nothing to report.
Meeting adjourned 7:35 PM
Christine Brauer Mueller
Lawrenceburg Township
Present: Hughes, Fox, and Thompson
Also present: Pickens, Auditor, Ewbank, Attorney, and Messmore, Administrator
No uniformed police officer was present. [NOTE: Have the commissioners finally given up on this waste of time and money?]
Candidates present in the audience: Phil Darling, Council at-large, Tom Orschell, Commissioner D-2, and Doug Taylor, Commissioner D-1.
Old Business:
Darryl Sears- Pendleton Sears Architects for DC Animal Shelter- tabled last meeting. Commissioners discussed Frank Kramer’s amendments to the contract. Sears had added all to the newly revised ones. There was a problem with the payment schedule and Ewbank wanted more on the side of the county at the construction document phase. He did note that to date the firm had worked for free.
Fox said he has served on boards with Frank Kramer and wants to follow his advice.
Thompson said that construction MANAGEMENT is being done by someone else – who?
Messmore said Carl Fryman (Building Dept) is doing the construction management for the county. We are also doing the inspection so Fryman won’t inspect- another member of the dept will. [NOTE: So another inspector will inspect and his boss will manage the construction that he is inspecting? This appears to be a conflict of interest. What if the inspector and the “manager” disagree? Who set this up? Why do we protect the county in a payout schedule and then slip up here?]
Commissioners compromised on the payout schedule regarding administration and construction documents at 10 and 50% each. Approved contract with those revisions for later signature by Hughes and contingent upon PAWS transferring money into the county account for this.
New Business:
Sandy Whitehead- Educator for Solid Waste District- Talked about Reduce- Reuse- Recycle in the county buildings also. Commissioners approved the resolution for the county offices to purchase items from recycled content thus helping with a market for our recycled products. The state allows a 15% PRICE PREFERENCE FOR RECYCLED PRODUCTS.
Commissioners also approved November 15th at National American Recycling Day in the county.
Mark McCormack- Planning Director- presented Article 1 Sections 160 1nd 165 eliminating VARIANCE and leaving WAIVER as part of the subdivision ordinance to match state code. Commissioners approved.
Lawrenceville street vacations and costs were determined to be $6,000 with the county PZ dept waiving their fees. ($4400 survey and $1600 legal bid) The county interests would be the cemetery out there and buildings we’ve allowed in the ROW. L-ville was platted in the 1830’s. Fox doesn’t want to start the precedent that the county pays. Thompson agreed and added that the benefits accrue to the property owners so they should pay. Ewbank said t be sure the descriptions have the ROW split described in metes and bounds for Assessor etc. McCormack will advise the property owners there and see how to proceed.
McCormack said Bob Laws term expires this year and will NOT seek another appointment. Commissioners need to find a replacement for his position for Jan 1st meeting.
Bill Black – EMA- Had one grant resigned – due to date change needed.(2007) Received another $53,865 grant for public safety and purchased more portable radios to distribute to agencies. Grant signed.
Individuals in the county are eligible for disaster relief via an 800 number. They- EMA- are also working with FEMA to get money for county work on the disaster- County hwy has $80,000, REMC has $414,000, etc of the $555,000 filed for. The state needs $7 million to qualify.
Todd Listerman- Highway- gave a 20-minute report-
Rosewood Subdivision- Frey Road- .04 mile accepted into county highway.
Eden Garden Subdivision- Off Blair up Trestor Hill- accepted into highway- 1495 ft of Eden Dr and 321 ft of Appletree Dr.
Change order for Triple Whipple found issues with abutment when it was jacked up totaling $8596. Our share will be 80% of 20% of this number. Approved.
DLZ will be inspector for Bells Branch bridge- documents to be signed at next meeting.
Letter thanking Randolph County for Chipper loan for storm damage signed.
The design for I-275 ITS system with Artemis was approved by INDOT with cameras and 511 signs and NOT the information sign. That may come later.
Field check for bridge rehab over I-74 at St. Leon. There will be 3 lanes (one is turn lane) and 10 ft shoulders. Project starts in 2009.
Salt Fork and the bridge on SR 1 will be 2010 with less closing of SR 1 as the bridge is MOVING west of its location. It will be on the LEFT of SR 1 as you head north or SR1. Closures will only be needed as attaching the bridge to SR 1 occurs.
Rumsey was finished and Schantz will be this week- using millings from state highway projects. Council approved funding for more of this recycled mix. Cost is 1/3 of paving.
Fox asked about COLLIER RIDGE ROAD. – Council’s $500,000 still available and will go for bids after 1st of the year, They will reset guardrail for winter. Fox asked Listerman to contact the group out there asking about it. Thompson advised notifying paper also for others who travel that road.
Listerman said they are also working on Holt Road- considering a bridge or a higher dry ford there. It connects to Ripley County from North Hogan.
Pickens- Claims and minutes approved.
Messmore- NOTHING unless questions, and there were none.
Ewbank- nothing to report.
Meeting adjourned 7:35 PM
Christine Brauer Mueller
Lawrenceburg Township
Tuesday, October 07, 2008
State Rep Bob Bischoff Interview
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Show #1 - POLITICALLY CORRECT: BOB BISCHOFF (D) - CANDIDATE FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE (District 68).
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Show #1 - POLITICALLY CORRECT: BOB BISCHOFF (D) - CANDIDATE FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE (District 68).
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Monday, October 06, 2008
DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES CONTACT INFORMATION
DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES CONTACT INFORMATION
These candidates are eligible to be voted upon by all the voters in the county, even though the candidates themselves have to reside in a particular district.
Doug Taylor - Candidate for County Commissioner D-1 running against Jeff Hughes
dtaylorlpd@yahoo.com
Tom Orschell - Candidate for County Commissioner D-2 running against Rick Fox
tomorschell2008@yahoo.com
Council- at- large candidates are voted upon by the entire county.
Philip Darling – Candidate for Council- at –large running in a field of 4 candidates where the TOP THREE Vote recipients win. The three others are Charlie Fehrman, Bill Ullrich, and Maynard Barrott. Fehrman, as stated in a recent article in the Dearborn County Register, has taken a job in the Greater Indianapolis area. He will be moving there after he sells his home here. If he is elected, the Republican Party will be selecting his replacement when he officially changes residency.
philipdarling2008@yahoo.com
Remember Candidates Night is on October 14th at 7 PM at the Dearborn Adult Center. It will also be broadcast live on WSCH 99.3 FM
These candidates are eligible to be voted upon by all the voters in the county, even though the candidates themselves have to reside in a particular district.
Doug Taylor - Candidate for County Commissioner D-1 running against Jeff Hughes
dtaylorlpd@yahoo.com
Tom Orschell - Candidate for County Commissioner D-2 running against Rick Fox
tomorschell2008@yahoo.com
Council- at- large candidates are voted upon by the entire county.
Philip Darling – Candidate for Council- at –large running in a field of 4 candidates where the TOP THREE Vote recipients win. The three others are Charlie Fehrman, Bill Ullrich, and Maynard Barrott. Fehrman, as stated in a recent article in the Dearborn County Register, has taken a job in the Greater Indianapolis area. He will be moving there after he sells his home here. If he is elected, the Republican Party will be selecting his replacement when he officially changes residency.
philipdarling2008@yahoo.com
Remember Candidates Night is on October 14th at 7 PM at the Dearborn Adult Center. It will also be broadcast live on WSCH 99.3 FM
www.JudMcMillin.com
Jud McMillin- Republican Candidate for State Representative is running against Bob Bischoff, Democrat. McMillin's website detailing his campaign issues and information is:
www.JudMcMillin.com
www.JudMcMillin.com
JUD McMILLIN State Rep candidate interview
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Friday, October 03, 2008
DOUG TAYLOR CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
DOUG TAYLOR CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
In August this year, Hidden Valley Lake once again sponsored the Drug Awareness Program. Every year this program is sponsored in part by the wonderful officers who work in conjunction with their canine “friends” to insure that drugs are being identified and prevented from being dispersed to our children. These officers come from Lawrenceburg, Aurora and also Dearborn County to conduct their demonstrations. .
One of those officers, Doug Taylor, a member of Dogs against Drugs, Dogs Against Crime and the North American Police Working Dog Association, has been instrumental in the leadership of this event along with his dog Rico. He is a valuable asset to our community and county.
I would like everyone to realize that Doug takes pride in his work and wants to make a difference in this county. Not only does he serve in the capacity of an officer, but he also strives to continue to give more to the community. In that effort he is seeking the Office of Dearborn County Commissioner in District 1 at the November 4th 2008 General Election.
I am honored to know Doug and want the residents of Hidden Valley Lake to consider Doug Taylor as a honored candidate for this office of commissioner. He has a passion for helping people and values community standards and residents concerns. HE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!!!
Sincerely,
Moe Manion
HVL Resident
In August this year, Hidden Valley Lake once again sponsored the Drug Awareness Program. Every year this program is sponsored in part by the wonderful officers who work in conjunction with their canine “friends” to insure that drugs are being identified and prevented from being dispersed to our children. These officers come from Lawrenceburg, Aurora and also Dearborn County to conduct their demonstrations. .
One of those officers, Doug Taylor, a member of Dogs against Drugs, Dogs Against Crime and the North American Police Working Dog Association, has been instrumental in the leadership of this event along with his dog Rico. He is a valuable asset to our community and county.
I would like everyone to realize that Doug takes pride in his work and wants to make a difference in this county. Not only does he serve in the capacity of an officer, but he also strives to continue to give more to the community. In that effort he is seeking the Office of Dearborn County Commissioner in District 1 at the November 4th 2008 General Election.
I am honored to know Doug and want the residents of Hidden Valley Lake to consider Doug Taylor as a honored candidate for this office of commissioner. He has a passion for helping people and values community standards and residents concerns. HE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!!!
Sincerely,
Moe Manion
HVL Resident
Thursday, October 02, 2008
CANDIDATES NIGHT OCTOBER 14th
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Dearborn County Chamber of Commerce Candidates Night is
October 14th
at 7 PM
at the Adult Center on Tate Street in Lawrenceburg across from the Firehouse.
WSCH 99.3 will have live coverage of the even for those unable to attend in person.
Dearborn County Chamber of Commerce Candidates Night is
October 14th
at 7 PM
at the Adult Center on Tate Street in Lawrenceburg across from the Firehouse.
WSCH 99.3 will have live coverage of the even for those unable to attend in person.
Wednesday, October 01, 2008
LOCAL CANDIDATES AUDIO INTERVIEWS AVAILABLE ONLINE
LOCAL CANDIDATES AUDIO INTERVIEWS AVAILABLE ONLINE
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Show #1 - POLITICALLY CORRECT: TOM KNOLLMAN (R) - STATE REPRESENTATIVE (District 55).
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Show #2 - POLITICALLY CORRECT: BARBARA WYLY (D), candidate for Judge of Dearborn County Superior Court #1. To listen to this interview, click on the following direct show-link:
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Show #3 - POLITICALLY CORRECT: DOUG TAYLOR (D), candidate for Dearborn County Commissioner. To listen to this interview, click on the following direct show-link:
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Show #4 - POLITICALLY CORRECT: JON CLEARY (R), candidate for Judge of Dearborn County Superior Court #1. To listen to this interview, click on the following direct show-link:
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Show #5 - POLITICALLY CORRECT: MAYNARD BARRETT (R), candidate for Dearborn County Council. To listen to this interview, click on the following direct show-link:
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Show #6 - POLITICALLY CORRECT: TOM ORSCHELL (D), candidate for Dearborn County Commissioner. To listen to this interview, click on the following direct show-link:
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Tuesday, September 30, 2008
29 September 2008 Dearborn County Plan Commissioners Meeting Notes
29 September 2008 Dearborn County Plan Commissioners Meeting Notes
Present: Hall, Chairman, Kraus, Jr., Beiersdorfer, Lehman, Laws, Nelson, and Thompson
ABSENT: Hornbach and Lansing
Also present: McCormack, Plan Director, McGill, Attorney, and Listerman, Transportation
Old Business:
Waiver regarding the establishment of a drainage structure in the West Miller Addition Subdivision owned by Elvin and Martha Miller on 2.779 acres on Rebecca Court in Sparta Township. This land adjoins Moores Hill and is zones B-1 and R. In checking the bonds for Miller the inspections showed the drainage on the plan was not constructed. Plans were done by Terry Crouch of Survey Co- Now called Land Consultants. One neighbor spoke to see if this would affect his pond- it wouldn’t. Elvin Miller produced documentation form IDEM and stated there was no reason to do the culvert and drainage pond as all the water ends up in the same place anyway. It’s working fine now- and he doesn’t want to mess it up
.
Listerman said there were no complaints from anyone in the area.- slope on the properties is minimal so velocity even in heavy rains will be low.
Nelson motioned and Thompson 2nd to approve the waiver with the condition that if the commercial section develops further the staff should review the drainage plans. All ayes.
New Business:
An appeal of the decision of the Tech Review granting primary approval for an 8-lot subdivision, Whitewater Point, developed by Maxwell Development and owned by Whitewater Point, LLC. This is located on Chappelow Ridge and Barber Roads in Logan Township on 127.6 acres. Current zone is Ag - reverted back after Maxwell Development decided against the road connecting Chappelow and Barber.
The appeal was filed by Helen and Charles Kremer. They were represented by Thom Blondell, attorney.
Randy Maxwell was present for questions. ( John Maxwell and Jeff Stenger , surveyor, were also)
[NOTE: This appeal apparently became necessary due to significant changes from what was presented to commissioners and the Plan Commission’s Tech review. There were also issues neighbors felt needed to be on public record.]
Thom Blondell presented the appeal based on 4 arguments:
That Whitewater Point was in fact a Major subdivision and not a minor one- as it was formed from combining two tracts.
That the number of flag lots proposed exceeded the number permitted for a major subdivision. (but not for minor)
That the site had no constraints that justified the use of flag lots, whether minor or major. (because the old road access made each lot accessible)
That the use of access easements and flag lots was improper per code section 315c. (This had to do with easement widths and serving more than 2 lots.
The PC contended that it was a minor subdivision. They did however ask several questions.
Nelson asked Blondell what the burden of the flag lots would be. Blondell said emergency service was the biggest concern.
Thompson asked how this plan compared to the proposal to the commissioners. Listerman said the difference was in the connector with Riverview Lane and the use of that Lane. It will be built to private lane specs- not street specs per Tech Review. [NOTE: But that could change- it could upgrade. It’s already changed a couple times.]
Randy Maxwell stated that he had always intended to connect Riverview with Whitewater Point. They started the physical improvements right after tech review approval. All lots would be addressed to Whitewater Point. He said that if they turned in certified survey tomorrow they could have one less lot and in 365 days they could do certified surveys again on these. This is subject to splitting in the future- BUT WE AGREED TO 8 BY THE COMMISISONERS – AND WE WILL PUT IT IN THE COVENANTS AS NO FURTHER BUILDING PARCEL SPLITS.
Helen Kremer said she was OK with 8 lots- but did not want a road connecting to Barber. She cited road issues with Barber Road being narrow and unable to handle traffic and also emergency access. She said Barber Acres could access Barber and Whitewater Point should access Chappelow Ridge.
Cliff Eibeck echoed Helen Kremer’s points about not joining the roads and hazards at Barber Road and SR 46.
Kathy Scott said her point was made previously.
Thompson asked Randy Maxwell- why the connection? Maxwell said it was for marketability, The access to I-74 is 10 minutes less this way. This will be a single lane driveway with passing blisters. All owners will contribute to the upkeep. They are limiting it to 8 lots total. All owners will have easements to access Riverview Lane.
Nelson motioned and Laws 2nd to DENY the appeal WITH THE UNDERSTANDING that the subdivision is limited to 8 lots, that maintenance agreements to all lots is included, and that this is a GATED community to control use of this road connector. All ayes.
ADMINISTRATIVE:1. Sections 305 n,o, and x were revised and sent back to Commissioners with a Favorable recommendation after they were rejected. The issue was cul de sacs and Maxwell and Stenger had spoken out to not limit them any further. Commissioners Fox and Hughes agreed and rejected it last time. Thompson said he was concerned with unlimited houses on dead end streets due to emergency situations. McCormack said they had a better chance of getting 305 n passed than the master plan maps. [ Chuckle]
2. The sign ordinance was revised and sent with a Favorable recommendation to the commissioners.
Rosewood Industrial Park amd Eden Gardens wil be going for acceptance by the Commissioners soon.
3. Per Todd- the state now says the minimum ROW for a public street has to be 40 ft.
4. No change in the Comp Plan with respect to Commissioner’s decision.
5. US 50 Collaborative will have another meeting in October. Hall is working on a preliminary design with INDOT for Walmart intersection area. Arlinghaus Industries is not participating. (?)
6. Fiscal impact testing done- still not ready. OKI will meet with county reps sometime to explain the model.
7. St. Leon ordinances on-going.
8. The grant for W Harrison Park will be done by Nov deadline.
9. Letter from Greendale Manager regarding concerns of false information from Ogden and VRUC regarding sewer access for lots off Georgetown Road.
Meeting adjourned at 10 PM
Christine Brauer Mueller
Lawrenceburg Township
Present: Hall, Chairman, Kraus, Jr., Beiersdorfer, Lehman, Laws, Nelson, and Thompson
ABSENT: Hornbach and Lansing
Also present: McCormack, Plan Director, McGill, Attorney, and Listerman, Transportation
Old Business:
Waiver regarding the establishment of a drainage structure in the West Miller Addition Subdivision owned by Elvin and Martha Miller on 2.779 acres on Rebecca Court in Sparta Township. This land adjoins Moores Hill and is zones B-1 and R. In checking the bonds for Miller the inspections showed the drainage on the plan was not constructed. Plans were done by Terry Crouch of Survey Co- Now called Land Consultants. One neighbor spoke to see if this would affect his pond- it wouldn’t. Elvin Miller produced documentation form IDEM and stated there was no reason to do the culvert and drainage pond as all the water ends up in the same place anyway. It’s working fine now- and he doesn’t want to mess it up
.
Listerman said there were no complaints from anyone in the area.- slope on the properties is minimal so velocity even in heavy rains will be low.
Nelson motioned and Thompson 2nd to approve the waiver with the condition that if the commercial section develops further the staff should review the drainage plans. All ayes.
New Business:
An appeal of the decision of the Tech Review granting primary approval for an 8-lot subdivision, Whitewater Point, developed by Maxwell Development and owned by Whitewater Point, LLC. This is located on Chappelow Ridge and Barber Roads in Logan Township on 127.6 acres. Current zone is Ag - reverted back after Maxwell Development decided against the road connecting Chappelow and Barber.
The appeal was filed by Helen and Charles Kremer. They were represented by Thom Blondell, attorney.
Randy Maxwell was present for questions. ( John Maxwell and Jeff Stenger , surveyor, were also)
[NOTE: This appeal apparently became necessary due to significant changes from what was presented to commissioners and the Plan Commission’s Tech review. There were also issues neighbors felt needed to be on public record.]
Thom Blondell presented the appeal based on 4 arguments:
That Whitewater Point was in fact a Major subdivision and not a minor one- as it was formed from combining two tracts.
That the number of flag lots proposed exceeded the number permitted for a major subdivision. (but not for minor)
That the site had no constraints that justified the use of flag lots, whether minor or major. (because the old road access made each lot accessible)
That the use of access easements and flag lots was improper per code section 315c. (This had to do with easement widths and serving more than 2 lots.
The PC contended that it was a minor subdivision. They did however ask several questions.
Nelson asked Blondell what the burden of the flag lots would be. Blondell said emergency service was the biggest concern.
Thompson asked how this plan compared to the proposal to the commissioners. Listerman said the difference was in the connector with Riverview Lane and the use of that Lane. It will be built to private lane specs- not street specs per Tech Review. [NOTE: But that could change- it could upgrade. It’s already changed a couple times.]
Randy Maxwell stated that he had always intended to connect Riverview with Whitewater Point. They started the physical improvements right after tech review approval. All lots would be addressed to Whitewater Point. He said that if they turned in certified survey tomorrow they could have one less lot and in 365 days they could do certified surveys again on these. This is subject to splitting in the future- BUT WE AGREED TO 8 BY THE COMMISISONERS – AND WE WILL PUT IT IN THE COVENANTS AS NO FURTHER BUILDING PARCEL SPLITS.
Helen Kremer said she was OK with 8 lots- but did not want a road connecting to Barber. She cited road issues with Barber Road being narrow and unable to handle traffic and also emergency access. She said Barber Acres could access Barber and Whitewater Point should access Chappelow Ridge.
Cliff Eibeck echoed Helen Kremer’s points about not joining the roads and hazards at Barber Road and SR 46.
Kathy Scott said her point was made previously.
Thompson asked Randy Maxwell- why the connection? Maxwell said it was for marketability, The access to I-74 is 10 minutes less this way. This will be a single lane driveway with passing blisters. All owners will contribute to the upkeep. They are limiting it to 8 lots total. All owners will have easements to access Riverview Lane.
Nelson motioned and Laws 2nd to DENY the appeal WITH THE UNDERSTANDING that the subdivision is limited to 8 lots, that maintenance agreements to all lots is included, and that this is a GATED community to control use of this road connector. All ayes.
ADMINISTRATIVE:1. Sections 305 n,o, and x were revised and sent back to Commissioners with a Favorable recommendation after they were rejected. The issue was cul de sacs and Maxwell and Stenger had spoken out to not limit them any further. Commissioners Fox and Hughes agreed and rejected it last time. Thompson said he was concerned with unlimited houses on dead end streets due to emergency situations. McCormack said they had a better chance of getting 305 n passed than the master plan maps. [ Chuckle]
2. The sign ordinance was revised and sent with a Favorable recommendation to the commissioners.
Rosewood Industrial Park amd Eden Gardens wil be going for acceptance by the Commissioners soon.
3. Per Todd- the state now says the minimum ROW for a public street has to be 40 ft.
4. No change in the Comp Plan with respect to Commissioner’s decision.
5. US 50 Collaborative will have another meeting in October. Hall is working on a preliminary design with INDOT for Walmart intersection area. Arlinghaus Industries is not participating. (?)
6. Fiscal impact testing done- still not ready. OKI will meet with county reps sometime to explain the model.
7. St. Leon ordinances on-going.
8. The grant for W Harrison Park will be done by Nov deadline.
9. Letter from Greendale Manager regarding concerns of false information from Ogden and VRUC regarding sewer access for lots off Georgetown Road.
Meeting adjourned at 10 PM
Christine Brauer Mueller
Lawrenceburg Township
Friday, September 26, 2008
DEBATES and ESSAYS for VOTERS
Presidential Debates are tonight. Check your TV Guide for time and channels.
A recent website containing essays from experts at the US Conference of Catholic Bishops is available at www.faithfulcitizenship.org/media
A recent website containing essays from experts at the US Conference of Catholic Bishops is available at www.faithfulcitizenship.org/media
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
TOM ORSCHELL'S LETTER TO THE CITIZENS OF DEARBORN COUNTY
To the Citizens of Dearborn county:
As the election date gets closer, I want to disclose some personal information about my past. I do not believe this has an impact on my ability to represent the citizens of Dearborn County, but I want to be honest.
In 1993 and 1995 I was convicted of Class A misdemeanors.
In 1993, I plead guilty to having a gambling machine in my café, I served 15 days in-home detention. I placed the machine in storage and out of operation.
In 1995, I plead guilty to possessing a gambling machine. I paid my fines and court costs and served 30 days in jail.
Because, I did not contest the charges, the county did not incur prosecution costs. I served my time, paid my fines and moved on. I recognized my mistakes and learned from them.
I chose to voluntarily disclose the very personal information in the hope you may forgive my past. I want us to move forward toward a better and brighter future for Dearborn County. My family, my friends, and I have all worked so hard to ensure our community will have a good candidate on the ballot in November. I hope to earn your respect and support in the fall.
Sincerely,
Tom Orschell
County Commissioner Candidate
District 2
As the election date gets closer, I want to disclose some personal information about my past. I do not believe this has an impact on my ability to represent the citizens of Dearborn County, but I want to be honest.
In 1993 and 1995 I was convicted of Class A misdemeanors.
In 1993, I plead guilty to having a gambling machine in my café, I served 15 days in-home detention. I placed the machine in storage and out of operation.
In 1995, I plead guilty to possessing a gambling machine. I paid my fines and court costs and served 30 days in jail.
Because, I did not contest the charges, the county did not incur prosecution costs. I served my time, paid my fines and moved on. I recognized my mistakes and learned from them.
I chose to voluntarily disclose the very personal information in the hope you may forgive my past. I want us to move forward toward a better and brighter future for Dearborn County. My family, my friends, and I have all worked so hard to ensure our community will have a good candidate on the ballot in November. I hope to earn your respect and support in the fall.
Sincerely,
Tom Orschell
County Commissioner Candidate
District 2
23 September 2008 Dearborn County Council Special Meeting Notes
23 September 2008 Dearborn County Council Special Meeting Notes
Special meeting notice indicated it was called for unpaid bills.
Present: Dennis Kraus, Acting Chairman, Tom Cheek, Bill Ullrich, Dan Lansing, Maynard Barrott, and Liz Morris.
ABSENT: Charlie Fehrman (didn’t make it back in time from Indy.
Also present: Cary Pickens, Auditor, and Bryan Messmore, Administrator.
1. Listerman presented a request for $210,000 to get 14,000 tons of millings from Rohe Paving project as discussed in the last commissioners meeting. Cost is $13.35/ton vs. $54-55 per ton for asphalt hot mix. Cost is about half to pave low volume roads with this including chip seal overlay. Plans to lay Schantz and part of Rumsey this year to test this material out. Kraus also asked Listerman to check Graf Road to fix a ravine between Bradley and James. Tim Grieve knew exactly the spot as he had recently encountered it.
Council approved $210,000 from the $1.2 million set aside for next year for the millings.
2. Lisa Rich from Dept of Children’s Services (Welfare)- received an advance of $1 million for their fall bills. Advance was approved from the Rainy Day Fund. To be paid out of their assessment as it comes in.
3. Parks “Dept.”- Terry Stephens and Shawn Simonson asked to transfer money from the capital improvements fund to the general maintenance fund to get to the amount of $38,000 needed to cover bills incurred plus the end of the year maintenance. Dick Bower had researched their funds. Pickens said there was now $118,000 in cap improvements and a little over $9,000 in Maintenance. The land acquisition fund has $28,000 and Covered Bridge has $4,950. Council decided to leave the park funds alone and approved $27,000 out of the contingency fund.
Stephens and Simonson mentioned something about getting a park plan together and Fortner had talked to someone- but they weren’t sure where that was. Pickens reminded Council that a Plan was drawn up when Beckley was commissioner- no need to do more. He also suggested they seek out Jack Sutton from G-dale to help- he said he’d do it for free.
Bill Ullrich mentioned filling Scott Fortner’s vacancy with Jim Red Elk. Terry Stephens said Bryan Messmore had also brought up Margaret Minzner at their last meeting. Pickens suggested they ask Jack Sutton. Stephens indicated he didn’t want to get into this discussion at this time.
Stephens also asked about getting a used truck with a dump bed and trailer to haul their tractor and bushhog around. No decision on that. Possibility of used one from Transportation Dept next year.
4. Pickens asked for approval for the Prosecutor ( Negangard) to have his own checking account for the Special Crimes Unit, funded from a federal grant. Approved with Cheek voting Nay.
Meeting adjourned at 7:10 PM
Christine Brauer Mueller
Lawrenceburg Township
Special meeting notice indicated it was called for unpaid bills.
Present: Dennis Kraus, Acting Chairman, Tom Cheek, Bill Ullrich, Dan Lansing, Maynard Barrott, and Liz Morris.
ABSENT: Charlie Fehrman (didn’t make it back in time from Indy.
Also present: Cary Pickens, Auditor, and Bryan Messmore, Administrator.
1. Listerman presented a request for $210,000 to get 14,000 tons of millings from Rohe Paving project as discussed in the last commissioners meeting. Cost is $13.35/ton vs. $54-55 per ton for asphalt hot mix. Cost is about half to pave low volume roads with this including chip seal overlay. Plans to lay Schantz and part of Rumsey this year to test this material out. Kraus also asked Listerman to check Graf Road to fix a ravine between Bradley and James. Tim Grieve knew exactly the spot as he had recently encountered it.
Council approved $210,000 from the $1.2 million set aside for next year for the millings.
2. Lisa Rich from Dept of Children’s Services (Welfare)- received an advance of $1 million for their fall bills. Advance was approved from the Rainy Day Fund. To be paid out of their assessment as it comes in.
3. Parks “Dept.”- Terry Stephens and Shawn Simonson asked to transfer money from the capital improvements fund to the general maintenance fund to get to the amount of $38,000 needed to cover bills incurred plus the end of the year maintenance. Dick Bower had researched their funds. Pickens said there was now $118,000 in cap improvements and a little over $9,000 in Maintenance. The land acquisition fund has $28,000 and Covered Bridge has $4,950. Council decided to leave the park funds alone and approved $27,000 out of the contingency fund.
Stephens and Simonson mentioned something about getting a park plan together and Fortner had talked to someone- but they weren’t sure where that was. Pickens reminded Council that a Plan was drawn up when Beckley was commissioner- no need to do more. He also suggested they seek out Jack Sutton from G-dale to help- he said he’d do it for free.
Bill Ullrich mentioned filling Scott Fortner’s vacancy with Jim Red Elk. Terry Stephens said Bryan Messmore had also brought up Margaret Minzner at their last meeting. Pickens suggested they ask Jack Sutton. Stephens indicated he didn’t want to get into this discussion at this time.
Stephens also asked about getting a used truck with a dump bed and trailer to haul their tractor and bushhog around. No decision on that. Possibility of used one from Transportation Dept next year.
4. Pickens asked for approval for the Prosecutor ( Negangard) to have his own checking account for the Special Crimes Unit, funded from a federal grant. Approved with Cheek voting Nay.
Meeting adjourned at 7:10 PM
Christine Brauer Mueller
Lawrenceburg Township
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
HOW TO GET AN ABSENTEE BALLOT FOR NOVEMBER ELECTION
To get a request form for absentee ballot for November election by mail- go to :
http://www.in.gov/sos/elections/forms/index.html
Download form ABS-2, fill it out and mail it in to Clerk of Courts, 215 W High St, Lawrenceburg, IN 47025-1909
You can call Phil Weaver's Office if you have questions at 537-8867
They will mail you a postage paid ballot. Be sure to allow enough time for mailing when you decide to use this.
You can also hand-deliver them.
http://www.in.gov/sos/elections/forms/index.html
Download form ABS-2, fill it out and mail it in to Clerk of Courts, 215 W High St, Lawrenceburg, IN 47025-1909
You can call Phil Weaver's Office if you have questions at 537-8867
They will mail you a postage paid ballot. Be sure to allow enough time for mailing when you decide to use this.
You can also hand-deliver them.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
16 Sept 2008 Dearborn County Commissioners Meeting Notes
16 Sept 2008 Dearborn County Commissioners Meeting Notes
Present: Hughes, Fox, and Thompson
Also Present: Kramer (Attorney, substitute), Pickens (Auditor) and Messmore (Administrator)
ABSENT: Ewbank (Attorney)
No uniformed police officer was present.
Commisisoner Candidate Tom Orschel was present.
1. Level 1 Travel Advisory was ratified for Sunday Sept 14th Wind Damage. A Disaster Declaration was also signed in case Bill Black can get aid for the county if we reach a certain level of damages. Commissioners discussed the opening of a shelter- Black decided to help case-by-cases instead as neighbors and families were helping each other. A church offered showers and Heart House offered showers and freezer space. Greendale and the County both sought and found loaner chippers from other counties and towns to help clear debris. There were still about 40% without power in REMC and Duke areas as of 3 PM Tuesday.
2. Carl Fryman’s letter of information was signed and sent to cities and towns in the county regarding the Building Dept status.
3. Darryl Sears of Sears Pendleton Architects had plans and services reviewed for the Animal Shelter. Changes need to be implemented, so this was TABLED until October meeting. They hope to break ground in January 2009. [NOTE: Kramer (for Ewbank) met with Sears prior to the meeting to go over the issues and changes needed by the county.]
4. Listerman Transportation Director- gave a 15- minute report. Listerman, Pickens, Messmore, and Fox were still without power in their sections of the county. Thompson’s came on Tues afternoon. South Dearborn going on 2 –hour delay Wed. Sunman Dearborn still closed as some of their buildings are without power. Lawrenceburg never closed.
Chassis and body bids for service truck came in under estimate at $76,401 total. Woody Sander chassis at $35,778 and Kaffenberger body at $40,623. Haag and Bloomington also bid for chassis.
Salt bid is 100% increase over last year at $98-99 /ton. We have 3200 tons guaranteed and hope to be able to get more if needed, but there is a shortage. Last year we used over 4,000 tons. 3200 is a 5 year average.
Some counties can’t even get quotes this year due to shortages and will be using sand or cinders. We mix ours with sand.
Listerman was approved to go to Council for milloings from Rohe’s project on SR244 north of Greensburg. Rohe will store the millings at their Penntown site for the county.
Triple Whipple hopes to be painted and finished by October 31.
Bridge 20 and Chesterville- beams set today and completed hopefully by Thanksgiving.
SR 1 is open tomorrow (Wed Sept 17) at 8-9AM. They are still working on issues, but the road is usable.
Fox asked about all the accidents on Pribble- Listerman looking to get something to rough up the pavement on the hillside there. Road damage as alternate route for SR1 not too bad.
5. Pickens tabled minutes for Hughes’s corrections and had commissioners revote on sheriff’s fund as it didn’t come through on the tape of that meeting. It was already signed. Claims signed.
6. Messmore- Administrator- NOTHING unless you have any questions for me. He was asked about the wind disaster and said he had a debriefing session with Bill Black on what we’d do differently if this happens again. Referral programs for assistance maybe. Hughes asked for a better way to communicate with utilities locally. Messmore said the Pubic Info Officer for the utilities needs to give consistent clear messages and we need updated phone numbers for these people. There were issues with how to clear trees with wires down and no one to contact. Listerman said he goes thru Bill Black for that.
7. Thompson said the Horse abuse and Horse Rescue issue in Franklin County is being looked into by that county.
Meeting adjourned at 7:05 PM
Christine Brauer Mueller
Lawrenceburg Township
Present: Hughes, Fox, and Thompson
Also Present: Kramer (Attorney, substitute), Pickens (Auditor) and Messmore (Administrator)
ABSENT: Ewbank (Attorney)
No uniformed police officer was present.
Commisisoner Candidate Tom Orschel was present.
1. Level 1 Travel Advisory was ratified for Sunday Sept 14th Wind Damage. A Disaster Declaration was also signed in case Bill Black can get aid for the county if we reach a certain level of damages. Commissioners discussed the opening of a shelter- Black decided to help case-by-cases instead as neighbors and families were helping each other. A church offered showers and Heart House offered showers and freezer space. Greendale and the County both sought and found loaner chippers from other counties and towns to help clear debris. There were still about 40% without power in REMC and Duke areas as of 3 PM Tuesday.
2. Carl Fryman’s letter of information was signed and sent to cities and towns in the county regarding the Building Dept status.
3. Darryl Sears of Sears Pendleton Architects had plans and services reviewed for the Animal Shelter. Changes need to be implemented, so this was TABLED until October meeting. They hope to break ground in January 2009. [NOTE: Kramer (for Ewbank) met with Sears prior to the meeting to go over the issues and changes needed by the county.]
4. Listerman Transportation Director- gave a 15- minute report. Listerman, Pickens, Messmore, and Fox were still without power in their sections of the county. Thompson’s came on Tues afternoon. South Dearborn going on 2 –hour delay Wed. Sunman Dearborn still closed as some of their buildings are without power. Lawrenceburg never closed.
Chassis and body bids for service truck came in under estimate at $76,401 total. Woody Sander chassis at $35,778 and Kaffenberger body at $40,623. Haag and Bloomington also bid for chassis.
Salt bid is 100% increase over last year at $98-99 /ton. We have 3200 tons guaranteed and hope to be able to get more if needed, but there is a shortage. Last year we used over 4,000 tons. 3200 is a 5 year average.
Some counties can’t even get quotes this year due to shortages and will be using sand or cinders. We mix ours with sand.
Listerman was approved to go to Council for milloings from Rohe’s project on SR244 north of Greensburg. Rohe will store the millings at their Penntown site for the county.
Triple Whipple hopes to be painted and finished by October 31.
Bridge 20 and Chesterville- beams set today and completed hopefully by Thanksgiving.
SR 1 is open tomorrow (Wed Sept 17) at 8-9AM. They are still working on issues, but the road is usable.
Fox asked about all the accidents on Pribble- Listerman looking to get something to rough up the pavement on the hillside there. Road damage as alternate route for SR1 not too bad.
5. Pickens tabled minutes for Hughes’s corrections and had commissioners revote on sheriff’s fund as it didn’t come through on the tape of that meeting. It was already signed. Claims signed.
6. Messmore- Administrator- NOTHING unless you have any questions for me. He was asked about the wind disaster and said he had a debriefing session with Bill Black on what we’d do differently if this happens again. Referral programs for assistance maybe. Hughes asked for a better way to communicate with utilities locally. Messmore said the Pubic Info Officer for the utilities needs to give consistent clear messages and we need updated phone numbers for these people. There were issues with how to clear trees with wires down and no one to contact. Listerman said he goes thru Bill Black for that.
7. Thompson said the Horse abuse and Horse Rescue issue in Franklin County is being looked into by that county.
Meeting adjourned at 7:05 PM
Christine Brauer Mueller
Lawrenceburg Township
Sunday, September 14, 2008
BARB WYLY CAMPAIGN MEETING
I know the notice is short, but I am having a "Meet the candidate and organize the events" Party on September 20, 2008 from 5 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the Dearborn Adult Center on Tate St. in Lawrenceburg (next to the swimming pool and across from the fire house).
There will be food and music and the main purpose of the activity is for us to organize help for the remainder of the campaign. If you would like a yard sign you can pick one up at this event. If you would like to volunteer, this is the time and place to do it. You can pick up a T-shirt here. If you have time,materials, services or even money to donate this is the place, but this is not a fund raiser, per se, just an organization event for any one who is interested in helping in any way or who would just like to talk about the issues. Feel free to bring any friends. For purposes of having enough food, please respond to this email barbwyly@yahoo.com with a head count of how many are coming.
If you cannot come on Saturday, but would like to help, please respond to this email, or contact my husband at jameshwyly@yahoo.com . He is managing the campaign and can tell you where the services are most needed. Please let us know which precinct you live in or give us your address so we can look up your precinct. The big need currently is for help in voter registration before the deadline on October 6.
Thank you for your support.
Sincerely, Barbara Wyly, Candidate for Judge, Superior Court 1 Dearborn County
There will be food and music and the main purpose of the activity is for us to organize help for the remainder of the campaign. If you would like a yard sign you can pick one up at this event. If you would like to volunteer, this is the time and place to do it. You can pick up a T-shirt here. If you have time,materials, services or even money to donate this is the place, but this is not a fund raiser, per se, just an organization event for any one who is interested in helping in any way or who would just like to talk about the issues. Feel free to bring any friends. For purposes of having enough food, please respond to this email barbwyly@yahoo.com with a head count of how many are coming.
If you cannot come on Saturday, but would like to help, please respond to this email, or contact my husband at jameshwyly@yahoo.com . He is managing the campaign and can tell you where the services are most needed. Please let us know which precinct you live in or give us your address so we can look up your precinct. The big need currently is for help in voter registration before the deadline on October 6.
Thank you for your support.
Sincerely, Barbara Wyly, Candidate for Judge, Superior Court 1 Dearborn County
Thursday, September 11, 2008
RUSS CUNNINGHAM- FORMER DEARBORN COUNTY SHERIFF DIES
Russell Lee Cunningham of Aurora, IN, died Tuesday, September 9, 2008 at his residence.
He was born Tuesday, June 12, 1929 in Ohio County, In, Son of the late Benjamin Franklin Cunningham and the late Josa Bell Cunningham.
He was a member of the Lawrenceburg Masonic Lodge, Shriners of Southeastern IN, Lawrenceburg Eagles, Lawrenceburg American Legion Post #239, F.O.P., Aurora V.F.W., Retired after 34 yrs. from Lawrenceburg Fire Co. #2, First Church of Christ of Greendale.
He began his career in 1966 with the Lawrenceburg Police Dept., Police Chief 1971, 1976-1980, Ass't Chief 1980-1986, Dearborn County Sheriff 1987-1995.
Surviving are his wife, Bonnie Minks Cunningham, Step-son, William (wife Penny) Wagner of Moores Hill, IN; 2 Daughters, Robin Lynn (husband John) Bower of Greendale, IN, Karen (husband Richard) Dubs of West Harrison, IN; 2 Grandchildren, Ashley Lynn Cunningham Meyer, William Wagner V; 2 Great-Grandchildren, Russell Cameron Cunningham, Avery Michael Meyer.
Friends will be received 4:00 - 8:00 PM, Thursday, September 11, 2008 at the First Church of Christ,Greendale, Indiana.
Services will be held at First Church of Christ, Friday, September 12, 2008 at 1:00 PM with Pastor Tim Russell officiating.
Interment will follow in the Riverview Cemetery, Aurora, IN.
Contributions may be made to the Church of Christ or Relay for Life.
Fitch Denney Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. (www.fitchdenney.com)
He was born Tuesday, June 12, 1929 in Ohio County, In, Son of the late Benjamin Franklin Cunningham and the late Josa Bell Cunningham.
He was a member of the Lawrenceburg Masonic Lodge, Shriners of Southeastern IN, Lawrenceburg Eagles, Lawrenceburg American Legion Post #239, F.O.P., Aurora V.F.W., Retired after 34 yrs. from Lawrenceburg Fire Co. #2, First Church of Christ of Greendale.
He began his career in 1966 with the Lawrenceburg Police Dept., Police Chief 1971, 1976-1980, Ass't Chief 1980-1986, Dearborn County Sheriff 1987-1995.
Surviving are his wife, Bonnie Minks Cunningham, Step-son, William (wife Penny) Wagner of Moores Hill, IN; 2 Daughters, Robin Lynn (husband John) Bower of Greendale, IN, Karen (husband Richard) Dubs of West Harrison, IN; 2 Grandchildren, Ashley Lynn Cunningham Meyer, William Wagner V; 2 Great-Grandchildren, Russell Cameron Cunningham, Avery Michael Meyer.
Friends will be received 4:00 - 8:00 PM, Thursday, September 11, 2008 at the First Church of Christ,Greendale, Indiana.
Services will be held at First Church of Christ, Friday, September 12, 2008 at 1:00 PM with Pastor Tim Russell officiating.
Interment will follow in the Riverview Cemetery, Aurora, IN.
Contributions may be made to the Church of Christ or Relay for Life.
Fitch Denney Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. (www.fitchdenney.com)
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
States Forced to Delay Millions of Dollars in Highway Contracts
American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials
AASHTO
The Voice of Transportation
44 North Capitol Street NW, Suite 249
Washington, DC 200001, (202) 642-5800 www.transportation.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Tony Dorsey
September 9, 2009 202-624-3690
States Forced to Delay Millions of Dollars in Highway Contracts
States have put the brakes on millions of dollars of highway construction projects and are scrambling to substitute scarce state funds for the federal funds that have been cut off due to the crisis in the Highway Trust Fund.“States are suspending new contract awards, halting right-of-way acquisition and looking for ways to stop on-going construction while maintaining public safety,” said AASHTO Executive Director John Horsley. “It is truly a crisis that Congress must resolve immediately. Every day the federal IOUs are piling up and the states’ financial hole gets deeper.
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Mary Peters announced on Friday that the federal government would slow down reimbursements to the states, and would likely be able to make only partial payments beginning next week, due to insufficient funds in the Highway Trust Fund. She has urged Congress to enact by the end of the week an $8 billion transfer from the General Fund to preserve the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. Action is pending in the Senate.More than a dozen states have detailed the impacts of the federal default on state programs, either in news releases or via media reports.
Those impacts are available on the AASHTO website www.transportation.org.
AASHTO
The Voice of Transportation
44 North Capitol Street NW, Suite 249
Washington, DC 200001, (202) 642-5800 www.transportation.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Tony Dorsey
September 9, 2009 202-624-3690
States Forced to Delay Millions of Dollars in Highway Contracts
States have put the brakes on millions of dollars of highway construction projects and are scrambling to substitute scarce state funds for the federal funds that have been cut off due to the crisis in the Highway Trust Fund.“States are suspending new contract awards, halting right-of-way acquisition and looking for ways to stop on-going construction while maintaining public safety,” said AASHTO Executive Director John Horsley. “It is truly a crisis that Congress must resolve immediately. Every day the federal IOUs are piling up and the states’ financial hole gets deeper.
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Mary Peters announced on Friday that the federal government would slow down reimbursements to the states, and would likely be able to make only partial payments beginning next week, due to insufficient funds in the Highway Trust Fund. She has urged Congress to enact by the end of the week an $8 billion transfer from the General Fund to preserve the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. Action is pending in the Senate.More than a dozen states have detailed the impacts of the federal default on state programs, either in news releases or via media reports.
Those impacts are available on the AASHTO website www.transportation.org.
HONDA SUPPLIER GOES TO VERSAILLES- RIPLEY COUNTY WITH LAWRENCEBURG MONEY
VERSAILLES, Ind. (Sept. 9, 2008) - Governor Mitch Daniels joined
executives from international auto parts maker Belletech today to
announce the company's plans to locate a new manufacturing operation
here, creating more than 100 new jobs by 2012.
The company, a supplier of plastic parts and automotive glass to Honda
and other automobile manufacturers, will invest more than $4 million to
build and equip a 40,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in the
Versailles Industrial Park located along U.S. 421 south of the
1,700-person southeast Indiana town.
"Honda's choice to build its new North American production facility in
Greensburg is creating more new opportunities in Indiana. Honda
suppliers are already bringing hundreds of new jobs to great small towns
like Winchester and New Castle, and now Belletech is doing the same in
Versailles," said Daniels.
The company, a joint venture between AGC Flat Glass North America, Inc.,
PPG Securities Industries, Inc., and AGC-Takahashi Co. Ltd., will begin
constructing the new facility later this year and plans to begin hiring
managers, production associates and administrative specialists in 2009
ahead of the facility's completion in mid 2009. Once operational, the
company will supply automotive glass assemblies to the new Honda
production facility in nearby Greensburg.
"As a just-in-time, sequenced supplier to Honda Indiana, it was
imperative that we have a location within an hour drive of the Indiana
plant," said Mark McIntyre, vice president of Belletech. "After
consideration of several sites, both in Ohio and Indiana, Indiana became
the clear choice. The favorable business climate, support from state and
local governments and our positive interaction with the community made
Versailles, Indiana the best choice for our new manufacturing
operation."
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation offered Belletech up to
$770,000 in performance-based tax credits and up to $36,000 in training
grants based on the company's job creation plans. The state will also
provide Ripley County with a grant of up to $120,000 to offset the cost
of infrastructure improvements needed to serve the new facility. Ripley
County will provide the company with property tax abatement at the
request of the Ripley County Economic Development Corporation.
"Belletech's investment in Ripley County brings new opportunities to our
community and further strengthens our position as a destination of
choice for business in the region," said Robert Reiners, president of
the Ripley County Commissioners. "We welcome Belletech as the anchor
tenant in our new industrial park and look forward to building upon this
success and recruiting new job-creating investment to Ripley County."
The Lawrenceburg Economic Development Fund, managed by the city of
Lawrenceburg and funded by entrance tax revenue at the Argosy Casino,
will provide Belletech with a grant of up to $630,000. Designed to
leverage gaming revenues to support economic development in southeast
Indiana, the fund has committed to issuing more than $17.6 million in
grants to economic development projects throughout the region in the
past three years.
"Building the region's economy by investing in projects that expand our
commercial and industrial environment is paramount with our Regional
Economic Development fund," said Lawrenceburg Mayor William Cunningham.
"It is our hope that with investments such as those we have made in
Honda, Cummins and others that Indiana will maintain and improve its
reputation as a Midwestern economic powerhouse."
Belletech's decision to locate its new operation in Indiana marks the
third announcement of a Honda supplier to locate in Indiana since the
company announced its plan to site a new production facility in
Greensburg. Located on a 1,700-acre site along Interstate 74 in
southeast Indiana, Honda's new Civic automobile production center is
expected to employ 2,000 associates. In 2007 interior parts provider TS
Tech announced plans to site a manufacturing operation in New Castle,
creating 300 new jobs, and metal parts maker Tomasco announced plans to
expand its operations by more than 140 employees in Winchester.
About Belletech
Belletech Corporation is an automotive supplier with international
affiliations dedicated to supplying the highest quality parts in the
industry. Sophisticated robotics and integrated systems are used in the
production of automotive glass assemblies, component subassemblies and
plastic injection molded parts. These processes combined with design
capabilities and complete logistics programs helped make Belletech a
leading supplier committed to exceeding our customers' expectations. For
more information about Belletech, visit www.belletechcorp.com.
About IEDC
Created by Governor Mitch Daniels in 2005 to replace the former
Department of Commerce, the Indiana Economic Development Corporation is
governed by a 12-member board chaired by Governor Daniels. Indiana
Secretary of Commerce Nathan Feltman serves as the chief executive
officer of the IEDC. Since Daniels created the IEDC, the state has
posted three consecutive years of record-breaking commitments for new
jobs. For more information about IEDC, visit www.iedc.in.gov.
Source: Indiana Economic Development Corp.
executives from international auto parts maker Belletech today to
announce the company's plans to locate a new manufacturing operation
here, creating more than 100 new jobs by 2012.
The company, a supplier of plastic parts and automotive glass to Honda
and other automobile manufacturers, will invest more than $4 million to
build and equip a 40,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in the
Versailles Industrial Park located along U.S. 421 south of the
1,700-person southeast Indiana town.
"Honda's choice to build its new North American production facility in
Greensburg is creating more new opportunities in Indiana. Honda
suppliers are already bringing hundreds of new jobs to great small towns
like Winchester and New Castle, and now Belletech is doing the same in
Versailles," said Daniels.
The company, a joint venture between AGC Flat Glass North America, Inc.,
PPG Securities Industries, Inc., and AGC-Takahashi Co. Ltd., will begin
constructing the new facility later this year and plans to begin hiring
managers, production associates and administrative specialists in 2009
ahead of the facility's completion in mid 2009. Once operational, the
company will supply automotive glass assemblies to the new Honda
production facility in nearby Greensburg.
"As a just-in-time, sequenced supplier to Honda Indiana, it was
imperative that we have a location within an hour drive of the Indiana
plant," said Mark McIntyre, vice president of Belletech. "After
consideration of several sites, both in Ohio and Indiana, Indiana became
the clear choice. The favorable business climate, support from state and
local governments and our positive interaction with the community made
Versailles, Indiana the best choice for our new manufacturing
operation."
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation offered Belletech up to
$770,000 in performance-based tax credits and up to $36,000 in training
grants based on the company's job creation plans. The state will also
provide Ripley County with a grant of up to $120,000 to offset the cost
of infrastructure improvements needed to serve the new facility. Ripley
County will provide the company with property tax abatement at the
request of the Ripley County Economic Development Corporation.
"Belletech's investment in Ripley County brings new opportunities to our
community and further strengthens our position as a destination of
choice for business in the region," said Robert Reiners, president of
the Ripley County Commissioners. "We welcome Belletech as the anchor
tenant in our new industrial park and look forward to building upon this
success and recruiting new job-creating investment to Ripley County."
The Lawrenceburg Economic Development Fund, managed by the city of
Lawrenceburg and funded by entrance tax revenue at the Argosy Casino,
will provide Belletech with a grant of up to $630,000. Designed to
leverage gaming revenues to support economic development in southeast
Indiana, the fund has committed to issuing more than $17.6 million in
grants to economic development projects throughout the region in the
past three years.
"Building the region's economy by investing in projects that expand our
commercial and industrial environment is paramount with our Regional
Economic Development fund," said Lawrenceburg Mayor William Cunningham.
"It is our hope that with investments such as those we have made in
Honda, Cummins and others that Indiana will maintain and improve its
reputation as a Midwestern economic powerhouse."
Belletech's decision to locate its new operation in Indiana marks the
third announcement of a Honda supplier to locate in Indiana since the
company announced its plan to site a new production facility in
Greensburg. Located on a 1,700-acre site along Interstate 74 in
southeast Indiana, Honda's new Civic automobile production center is
expected to employ 2,000 associates. In 2007 interior parts provider TS
Tech announced plans to site a manufacturing operation in New Castle,
creating 300 new jobs, and metal parts maker Tomasco announced plans to
expand its operations by more than 140 employees in Winchester.
About Belletech
Belletech Corporation is an automotive supplier with international
affiliations dedicated to supplying the highest quality parts in the
industry. Sophisticated robotics and integrated systems are used in the
production of automotive glass assemblies, component subassemblies and
plastic injection molded parts. These processes combined with design
capabilities and complete logistics programs helped make Belletech a
leading supplier committed to exceeding our customers' expectations. For
more information about Belletech, visit www.belletechcorp.com.
About IEDC
Created by Governor Mitch Daniels in 2005 to replace the former
Department of Commerce, the Indiana Economic Development Corporation is
governed by a 12-member board chaired by Governor Daniels. Indiana
Secretary of Commerce Nathan Feltman serves as the chief executive
officer of the IEDC. Since Daniels created the IEDC, the state has
posted three consecutive years of record-breaking commitments for new
jobs. For more information about IEDC, visit www.iedc.in.gov.
Source: Indiana Economic Development Corp.
Monday, September 08, 2008
4 September 2008 DCRSD Meeting Notes
The following notes are provided in an effort to provide a summary record the transactions of the meeting without editorial comment, except clarification of events or issues.
4 September 2008 DCRSD Meeting Notes
Present: Chairman, Dave Enzweiler, Barry Pruss, Rodney Dennerline, Brett Fehrman and Steve Renihan. John Maxwell was absent, the seventh board position has not been filled.Also Present: Benning, Executive Secretary; Tom Quinn, Quinn Engineering; Frank Kramer, Board Attorney; Terry Klenest(sp?), Lischge, John Ziedan, Jerry Jacobsen; and Ralph Thompson.
Bryan Messmore arrived later, left shortly after arriving.
Meeting started at approximately 7:00 PM in the Commissioner's Meeting Room. The meeting was NOT recorded.
Meeting Notes
Meeting Notes for August 21, 2008 approved.
Treasurer's Report
County Study Account $ 49,914.42
High Ridge Account $106,236.58
Aurora Debt Service Account $ 4,490.00
Sewer District Savings Account $ 2,423.02
Serenity Ridge Account $ 20,455.79
Special Requests
Terry Klenest(sp?)
Mr. Klenest(sp?) wanted to talk about sewers in Hardintown. Greendale told him they need a letter from DCRSD for him to get sewer. Greendale already has a sewer line in the area. The Board approved giving him a letter. Kramer will check with Richard Butler for format and protocol.
Serenity Ridge
Nothing to report
West Aurora Project
Quinn indicated he had done nothing as yet and presented a contract for design services (only) to the Board. There were questions about the scope of work and a missing Notice to Proceed form. Quinn indicated the contract was only for work to provide a submission of plans to IDEM. Bid and construction services were not included.
Enzweiler indicated they needed a total cost from beginning to end. Quinn indicated he needed price from Hrezo for his services.
When he heard that, Dennerline said that the Health Department was 'between a rock and a hard place' and may have to start proceedings soon. Some member of the sewer board (DCRSD) called IDEM. The Health Department will have to act. Enzweiler still wanted all the costs. Dennerline ask if the lagoon cleanup would be part of all the costs. He said they are in bankruptcy, don't buy it and it will go back to state.
Renihan asked who called IDEM. Dennerline said that when you call IDEM in an election year, it forces the Health Board to act. DCRSD has to act. Fehrman indicated that as long a s DCRSD doesn't take a position.....
Kramer stated that Draper won't deed any land till DCRSD cleans the lagoon. Enzweiler said he (Draper?) came to him after the meeting.
Renihan asked if they are in bankruptcy is there a place for the plant?
Kramer said the deal for the land depended on the lagoon.
Renihan indicated not to do anything until IDEM told them (DCRSD) what to do.
Dennerline stated they promised (Lynn) Newlon (IDEM), they would fix the problem. Have to stop the effluent.
Kramer said we need to know what's going to happen. Quinn asked if cleaning the lagoon is part of the solution?
There was a discussion of what that might cost and whether Council would OK money for cleanup.
Kramer said they needed a letter from IDEM. Dennerline asked if they were in bankruptcy, how could they give the land? There was a discussion about how to find out if they were in bankruptcy and Kramer wasn't sure they were in bankruptcy. Enzweiler directed Kramer to find out.
Enzweiler asked how to clean it (the lagoon), drain it, fill it, pump it? Someone suggested pumping the lagoon through the new plant (this is not a good idea! Even SDRSD did not want to accept the sludge from the lagoon in the previous meeting notes.)
Dennerline want to stick with the package plant and didn't think the lagoon should be their problem. Kramer stated he (Draper) was not willing to deed land till they solved the lagoon. He also suggested talking to Lischge in the audience.
Renihan restated proceed to submit plans and let IDEM tell DCRSD what to do. Kramer stated they were opening a can of worms. Renihan wanted to proceed to submit plans and install the plant and worry about the lagoon later. Quinn said IDEM could make it a condition of the permit approval.
Fehrman said DCRSD cannot take on responsibility for the cleanup. There ensued a discussion with several people talking about the lagoon and whose responsibility it was, whether DCRSD should stay away from the whole problem and how the cleanup costs would be very high. Dennerline indicated they can't go to Council till they have plans. Kramer said there are 2 problems - land acquisition and IDEM permits.
Renihan moved to move forward with the plans and go for permit. Kramer said they don't have the land!
Dennerline seconded the motion. The Health Department will send the letters to everyone on the road, that they are contributing to the pollution. Then they will be brought before Judge Humphrey, who will tell them to abate the problem. After 60 days he will access a $25 a day fine. When asked what then, Dennerline wouldn't say in the meeting. "Hard ball."
Enzweiler suggested listening to Kramer and get the answers. Pruss asked if IDEM would stop them from solving the problem (effluent continuing to flow).
Kramer stated they needed to find the total cost of the project. It could be not economically feasible to fix. And we cannot tell the owners their cost till we know our own. Need to find out the cost and determine the rates and where the money is coming from
.
Pruss said the other choice is to condemn the houses. If IDEM won't let the plant proceed, what choice is there, raw sewage? Renihan reiterated go fix the plant and deal with the lagoon later.
Fehrman asked if they can continue with the land acquisition. He wanted IDEM to tell them what to do.
Kramer said they need to know the costs before hand to place the plant and pump the lagoon and cosmetically fix the lagoon. (Note: If the plans are developed and IDEM requires the lagoon to be cleaned and the cost is too high, the $22,000 design fee will have been wasted.)
Quinn said IDEM won't let it go through. Dennerline - won't pay Quinn if the project doesn't go ahead.
Enzweiler said we need numbers and asked Thompson for an opinion. Thompson said listen to your legal adviser. The next Council meeting is in November, you have time.
Fehrman asked about contingencies. Dennerline: "Contingent on the land."
Enzweiler indicated "We don't know the costs, we're wheelin' and dealin' and we don't know the costs. Had 54 homes (for the previous cost) then, not current now. Too many issues to design the plant and not have plans to do it." " We jump into it and hit the wall. If it can't wait one one year, it won't get done."
Enzweiler took the vote: Renihan and Dennerline voted aye and Fehrman and Enzweiler voted no. Pruss indicated in a year they (the houses) may be gone. He voted Aye with contingencies. There were several overlapping comments about the vote.
Enzweiler indicated to proceed. (Note: There were only two Ayes, Pruss voted Aye with contingencies, which is different than the motion and the Quorum for the Board is four!).
John Ziedan was asked to speak. He said looking from the outside in one could see the picture better.
There followed a discussion with Ziedan and the board members on the costs, hidden costs and how the costs were to high for Ziedan to tie in unless DCRSD brought sewer lines over to his side of the highway. Ziedan suggested having the Advisory Committee again.
After the discussion Enzweiler directed Kramer to proceed with land acquisition with Draper.
Lischge suggested checking the record on the bankruptcy or will they file bankruptcy if the costs are too high. He wanted it cleaned up.
Kramer said we're not going to get agreement without the lagoon.
Dennerline wanted to correct the last meeting minutes that Draper owned the property not DeVille, in case there was any correspondence. There ensued a discussion as to how to change the minutes and exactly what should be in the minutes or if they should be changed.
Dennerline said they needed a title search to find if Draper can give them title to the land. A discussion followed about how to find out the land status and how to conduct a title search and where to look. And the status of the easements.
Kramer stated that Lischge was invited and suggested he be allowed to address the board.
Lischge was interested in hooking up; but, said it depended upon how much it would cost, actual monthly fees. He wouldn't want to pay thousands. He understood he would have to cover the hook up; but, wouldn't want a huge cost. He would have to see.
Pruss asked if he wanted the plant on his property.
Dennerline said they needed to get the costs to $100 to $110, otherwise we couldn't afford to proceed. Ziedan said if it were on his side he would hook up, there is no way for him to cross.
Fehrman suggested looking at alternate sites. Put it elsewhere and let IDEM force Draper.
Someone asked Lischge if he wanted to donate some land for the plant? (no response.)
New Business
None
Claims
None
Benning included a copy of the Newsletter from the Indiana Association for Regional Sewer Districts for information of the board members, especially for the list of potential legislation.
Enzweiler directed Kramer to proceed and said he had nothing else.
Kramer
Kramer contacted the association regarding the procedure to shut off users, who don't pay. IDEM does not control shut offs. Most of the Association members don't have a policy. Three do. He will contact them for a copy of their ordinances and procedures.
Dillsboro won't shut them off. There is a device - a bubble valve - to shut off the sewers. With the cooperation of the Health Department they can shut them off. There should be penalties and costs to reconnect.
Enzweiler said where he works when they won't pay, they cut off the water.
Dennerline said that's what Lawrenceburg, Greendale and Aurora do. If they won't allow us to do that, do the "ballooning". "About two days off, they'll have sewage in their basement."
Enzweiler thought the Health Department would stop them. Dennerline said they gotta pay their bills.
Next Meeting
Benning asked if there would be another meeting this month.
There was a discussion as to how long a title search and other activities would take and it was decided the next meeting would be October.
Fehrman asked about the problem at Highridge (the sewage not reaching the lagoon and leaking on the ground at the pipe break on a home owner's property). Dennerline said they 'gotta' get permission and the Health Department could not condone it. He asked about the video (video camera in the sewer lines).
Quinn said if they wanted to video the line they would have to clean it first. Enzweiler said it was a waste of money and not to do it.
Dennerline can't condone fixing the pipe because it's Draper's and it's his to fix.
Enzweiler wanted to send or have the Health Department send a letter directing them to fix it.
Dennerline stated the HD can't. It is illegal to do, because they would be restoring an illegal discharge. They can send Doug out to say it would be nice to fix. IDEM revoked their discharge permit. And to order restoration of an illegal discharge would be an illegal act.
There was discussion as to where the break was and on whose property and if anything could be done. No result came out of the discussion.
Adjourned at approximately 8:20 PM.
Ralph Thompson
Washington Township
4 September 2008 DCRSD Meeting Notes
Present: Chairman, Dave Enzweiler, Barry Pruss, Rodney Dennerline, Brett Fehrman and Steve Renihan. John Maxwell was absent, the seventh board position has not been filled.Also Present: Benning, Executive Secretary; Tom Quinn, Quinn Engineering; Frank Kramer, Board Attorney; Terry Klenest(sp?), Lischge, John Ziedan, Jerry Jacobsen; and Ralph Thompson.
Bryan Messmore arrived later, left shortly after arriving.
Meeting started at approximately 7:00 PM in the Commissioner's Meeting Room. The meeting was NOT recorded.
Meeting Notes
Meeting Notes for August 21, 2008 approved.
Treasurer's Report
County Study Account $ 49,914.42
High Ridge Account $106,236.58
Aurora Debt Service Account $ 4,490.00
Sewer District Savings Account $ 2,423.02
Serenity Ridge Account $ 20,455.79
Special Requests
Terry Klenest(sp?)
Mr. Klenest(sp?) wanted to talk about sewers in Hardintown. Greendale told him they need a letter from DCRSD for him to get sewer. Greendale already has a sewer line in the area. The Board approved giving him a letter. Kramer will check with Richard Butler for format and protocol.
Serenity Ridge
Nothing to report
West Aurora Project
Quinn indicated he had done nothing as yet and presented a contract for design services (only) to the Board. There were questions about the scope of work and a missing Notice to Proceed form. Quinn indicated the contract was only for work to provide a submission of plans to IDEM. Bid and construction services were not included.
Enzweiler indicated they needed a total cost from beginning to end. Quinn indicated he needed price from Hrezo for his services.
When he heard that, Dennerline said that the Health Department was 'between a rock and a hard place' and may have to start proceedings soon. Some member of the sewer board (DCRSD) called IDEM. The Health Department will have to act. Enzweiler still wanted all the costs. Dennerline ask if the lagoon cleanup would be part of all the costs. He said they are in bankruptcy, don't buy it and it will go back to state.
Renihan asked who called IDEM. Dennerline said that when you call IDEM in an election year, it forces the Health Board to act. DCRSD has to act. Fehrman indicated that as long a s DCRSD doesn't take a position.....
Kramer stated that Draper won't deed any land till DCRSD cleans the lagoon. Enzweiler said he (Draper?) came to him after the meeting.
Renihan asked if they are in bankruptcy is there a place for the plant?
Kramer said the deal for the land depended on the lagoon.
Renihan indicated not to do anything until IDEM told them (DCRSD) what to do.
Dennerline stated they promised (Lynn) Newlon (IDEM), they would fix the problem. Have to stop the effluent.
Kramer said we need to know what's going to happen. Quinn asked if cleaning the lagoon is part of the solution?
There was a discussion of what that might cost and whether Council would OK money for cleanup.
Kramer said they needed a letter from IDEM. Dennerline asked if they were in bankruptcy, how could they give the land? There was a discussion about how to find out if they were in bankruptcy and Kramer wasn't sure they were in bankruptcy. Enzweiler directed Kramer to find out.
Enzweiler asked how to clean it (the lagoon), drain it, fill it, pump it? Someone suggested pumping the lagoon through the new plant (this is not a good idea! Even SDRSD did not want to accept the sludge from the lagoon in the previous meeting notes.)
Dennerline want to stick with the package plant and didn't think the lagoon should be their problem. Kramer stated he (Draper) was not willing to deed land till they solved the lagoon. He also suggested talking to Lischge in the audience.
Renihan restated proceed to submit plans and let IDEM tell DCRSD what to do. Kramer stated they were opening a can of worms. Renihan wanted to proceed to submit plans and install the plant and worry about the lagoon later. Quinn said IDEM could make it a condition of the permit approval.
Fehrman said DCRSD cannot take on responsibility for the cleanup. There ensued a discussion with several people talking about the lagoon and whose responsibility it was, whether DCRSD should stay away from the whole problem and how the cleanup costs would be very high. Dennerline indicated they can't go to Council till they have plans. Kramer said there are 2 problems - land acquisition and IDEM permits.
Renihan moved to move forward with the plans and go for permit. Kramer said they don't have the land!
Dennerline seconded the motion. The Health Department will send the letters to everyone on the road, that they are contributing to the pollution. Then they will be brought before Judge Humphrey, who will tell them to abate the problem. After 60 days he will access a $25 a day fine. When asked what then, Dennerline wouldn't say in the meeting. "Hard ball."
Enzweiler suggested listening to Kramer and get the answers. Pruss asked if IDEM would stop them from solving the problem (effluent continuing to flow).
Kramer stated they needed to find the total cost of the project. It could be not economically feasible to fix. And we cannot tell the owners their cost till we know our own. Need to find out the cost and determine the rates and where the money is coming from
.
Pruss said the other choice is to condemn the houses. If IDEM won't let the plant proceed, what choice is there, raw sewage? Renihan reiterated go fix the plant and deal with the lagoon later.
Fehrman asked if they can continue with the land acquisition. He wanted IDEM to tell them what to do.
Kramer said they need to know the costs before hand to place the plant and pump the lagoon and cosmetically fix the lagoon. (Note: If the plans are developed and IDEM requires the lagoon to be cleaned and the cost is too high, the $22,000 design fee will have been wasted.)
Quinn said IDEM won't let it go through. Dennerline - won't pay Quinn if the project doesn't go ahead.
Enzweiler said we need numbers and asked Thompson for an opinion. Thompson said listen to your legal adviser. The next Council meeting is in November, you have time.
Fehrman asked about contingencies. Dennerline: "Contingent on the land."
Enzweiler indicated "We don't know the costs, we're wheelin' and dealin' and we don't know the costs. Had 54 homes (for the previous cost) then, not current now. Too many issues to design the plant and not have plans to do it." " We jump into it and hit the wall. If it can't wait one one year, it won't get done."
Enzweiler took the vote: Renihan and Dennerline voted aye and Fehrman and Enzweiler voted no. Pruss indicated in a year they (the houses) may be gone. He voted Aye with contingencies. There were several overlapping comments about the vote.
Enzweiler indicated to proceed. (Note: There were only two Ayes, Pruss voted Aye with contingencies, which is different than the motion and the Quorum for the Board is four!).
John Ziedan was asked to speak. He said looking from the outside in one could see the picture better.
There followed a discussion with Ziedan and the board members on the costs, hidden costs and how the costs were to high for Ziedan to tie in unless DCRSD brought sewer lines over to his side of the highway. Ziedan suggested having the Advisory Committee again.
After the discussion Enzweiler directed Kramer to proceed with land acquisition with Draper.
Lischge suggested checking the record on the bankruptcy or will they file bankruptcy if the costs are too high. He wanted it cleaned up.
Kramer said we're not going to get agreement without the lagoon.
Dennerline wanted to correct the last meeting minutes that Draper owned the property not DeVille, in case there was any correspondence. There ensued a discussion as to how to change the minutes and exactly what should be in the minutes or if they should be changed.
Dennerline said they needed a title search to find if Draper can give them title to the land. A discussion followed about how to find out the land status and how to conduct a title search and where to look. And the status of the easements.
Kramer stated that Lischge was invited and suggested he be allowed to address the board.
Lischge was interested in hooking up; but, said it depended upon how much it would cost, actual monthly fees. He wouldn't want to pay thousands. He understood he would have to cover the hook up; but, wouldn't want a huge cost. He would have to see.
Pruss asked if he wanted the plant on his property.
Dennerline said they needed to get the costs to $100 to $110, otherwise we couldn't afford to proceed. Ziedan said if it were on his side he would hook up, there is no way for him to cross.
Fehrman suggested looking at alternate sites. Put it elsewhere and let IDEM force Draper.
Someone asked Lischge if he wanted to donate some land for the plant? (no response.)
New Business
None
Claims
None
Benning included a copy of the Newsletter from the Indiana Association for Regional Sewer Districts for information of the board members, especially for the list of potential legislation.
Enzweiler directed Kramer to proceed and said he had nothing else.
Kramer
Kramer contacted the association regarding the procedure to shut off users, who don't pay. IDEM does not control shut offs. Most of the Association members don't have a policy. Three do. He will contact them for a copy of their ordinances and procedures.
Dillsboro won't shut them off. There is a device - a bubble valve - to shut off the sewers. With the cooperation of the Health Department they can shut them off. There should be penalties and costs to reconnect.
Enzweiler said where he works when they won't pay, they cut off the water.
Dennerline said that's what Lawrenceburg, Greendale and Aurora do. If they won't allow us to do that, do the "ballooning". "About two days off, they'll have sewage in their basement."
Enzweiler thought the Health Department would stop them. Dennerline said they gotta pay their bills.
Next Meeting
Benning asked if there would be another meeting this month.
There was a discussion as to how long a title search and other activities would take and it was decided the next meeting would be October.
Fehrman asked about the problem at Highridge (the sewage not reaching the lagoon and leaking on the ground at the pipe break on a home owner's property). Dennerline said they 'gotta' get permission and the Health Department could not condone it. He asked about the video (video camera in the sewer lines).
Quinn said if they wanted to video the line they would have to clean it first. Enzweiler said it was a waste of money and not to do it.
Dennerline can't condone fixing the pipe because it's Draper's and it's his to fix.
Enzweiler wanted to send or have the Health Department send a letter directing them to fix it.
Dennerline stated the HD can't. It is illegal to do, because they would be restoring an illegal discharge. They can send Doug out to say it would be nice to fix. IDEM revoked their discharge permit. And to order restoration of an illegal discharge would be an illegal act.
There was discussion as to where the break was and on whose property and if anything could be done. No result came out of the discussion.
Adjourned at approximately 8:20 PM.
Ralph Thompson
Washington Township
How Will My Taxes Be Affected By This Election?
I'm not a Republican or a Democrat. But I don't like being lied to, and I assume you don't either. So when you're watching the next Presidential campaign ad about taxes, you may want to consider the following facts:
If you earn between $66K-$112K a year, you will save, on average, $1,009 with John McCain, and $1,290 with Barack Obama. If you earn between $38K-$66K, you will save, on average, $319 with McCain, and $1,042 with Obama.
These are the facts as presented by each campaign's policy team. You can read them here:
http://money.cnn.com/2008/06/11/news/economy/candidates_taxproposals_tpc/?postversion=2008061113
If you prefer, you can watch CNN discuss the tax policy breakdown here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FWXqpHEsrxc
Lastly, some people still believe the economy grows faster with a Republican President in office.
Historically speaking, this is also untrue.
Data for the whole period from 1948 to 2007, during which Republicans occupied the White House for 34 years and Democrats for 26, show average annual growth of real gross national product of 1.64 percent per capita under Republican presidents versus 2.78 percent under Democrats. That 1.14-point difference, if maintained for eight years, would yield 9.33 percent more income per person.
You can find this fact here:
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/08/31/business/31view.html?em
I hope you'll share this information with others you think are uncertain about how each candidate will affect their taxes.
A more detailed breakdown can be found at the website of the Tax Policy Center, a non-partisan policy group.
Brian Groh
Lawrenceburg Township
If you earn between $66K-$112K a year, you will save, on average, $1,009 with John McCain, and $1,290 with Barack Obama. If you earn between $38K-$66K, you will save, on average, $319 with McCain, and $1,042 with Obama.
These are the facts as presented by each campaign's policy team. You can read them here:
http://money.cnn.com/2008/06/11/news/economy/candidates_taxproposals_tpc/?postversion=2008061113
If you prefer, you can watch CNN discuss the tax policy breakdown here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FWXqpHEsrxc
Lastly, some people still believe the economy grows faster with a Republican President in office.
Historically speaking, this is also untrue.
Data for the whole period from 1948 to 2007, during which Republicans occupied the White House for 34 years and Democrats for 26, show average annual growth of real gross national product of 1.64 percent per capita under Republican presidents versus 2.78 percent under Democrats. That 1.14-point difference, if maintained for eight years, would yield 9.33 percent more income per person.
You can find this fact here:
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/08/31/business/31view.html?em
I hope you'll share this information with others you think are uncertain about how each candidate will affect their taxes.
A more detailed breakdown can be found at the website of the Tax Policy Center, a non-partisan policy group.
Brian Groh
Lawrenceburg Township
Sunday, September 07, 2008
ST. LEON POLE RAISING- Democrat tradition- on the flypod.com
ST. LEON POLE RAISING: INTERVIEW WITH RUTHANN BATTA about the upcoming October "pole raising". This St. Leon tradition has been going on for 164 years. Every four years, it's "party time" for the Democrats. You'll find this show to be informative and fun. To listen to this show, click on the following direct show-link:
http://www.theflypod.com/asp/newpage.asp?RN=12301
http://www.theflypod.com/asp/newpage.asp?RN=12301
Thursday, September 04, 2008
Sarah Palin's Speech Online
If you missed Sarah Palin's speech it's available online at
http://tohuvavohu.blogtownhall.com/2008/09/04/sarah_palins_speech_-_video.thtml
http://tohuvavohu.blogtownhall.com/2008/09/04/sarah_palins_speech_-_video.thtml
Wednesday, September 03, 2008
2 September 2008 Dearborn County Commissioners Meeting Notes
Present: Hughes, Thompson, and Fox
Also Present: Ewbank, Attoprney, and Messmore, Administrator.
Absent: Pickens (Cathy from PZ subbed)
No uniformed police officer was present
Democrat candidates present: Doug Taylor (D-1 Commissioner), Tom Orschel (D-2 Commissioner), and Phil Darling (Council at-large)
OLD BUSINESS:
1. Greg Trabel was granted his request to vacate the roads and alleys on his properties in the town of Lawrenceville. Discussion includedTrabel’s $400 permit fees, his $1800 survey fees, and that records prior to 1981 were destroyed. The commissioners also voted to have McCormack refund his county fees for this as they intend to work on the town plat (from 1836) and fix the entire set of old ROWs there.
2. Article 2 Section 220 on phasing of subdivision developments and consolidating bonds was approved. This eliminates hard minimums on phases and lets the PC decide.
3. Article 3 Section 305N of the Subdivision Ordinance was DENIED by Fox and Hughes, (Thompson voted Nay as he wanted to approve it.) This item was given a FAVORABLE from the PC with one NAY that night from Robert Laws who wanted cul-de-sacs to be longer. That however was not in the changes. Unfortunately- because of the cul-de-sac issues the rest of these changes on turnarounds and stub streets also went down. The law as it stands is based on materials and standards approved by the Home Builders Association, Highway regs etc.
One person spoke against the changes- John Maxwell. Maxwell said that he doesn’t usually speak out against things- he’s usually trying to get things done. In the old days plans were drawn in pencil sketches on eth back of the applications. The 30-lot rule hasn’t hurt anything to date. He went on to give examples of the spirit of the law being violated with “fake” connections on areas of land that were steep or were not likely to be opened up any time in the future. He used Harley Springs, and the Render (sp?) property as examples. Maxwell cited the long ridges in this county as reasons for allowing longer cul de sacs.
Fox said- people don’t like connectivity later- after they have lived on the dead end. Hughes said he grew up on a mile long gravel road (dead end). Fox motioned and Hughes 2nd to Deny. Thompson Nay. [NOTE: Normally Commissioners do not disregard the PC recommendation.]
4. Article 24 Section 2428 on Construction access points was approved. Mud issues like those on SR 48 across from DCH were cited as reasons for having this per Listerman. It gives the county a way of getting damages from trucks taking off the edges of county roads also.
5. Bill Black Jr- EMA- received signatures on his grant for $43,691.63 for reimbursement of salaries from Oct 06- Sept 07. He mentioned that the Red Cross was handling 8 families evacuated due to Gustav in Hamilton County.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. CAC (Children’s Advocacy Center) in Dillsboro- Sarah Bricknow (sp?)- Project Director- turned it over to Messmore to present the Grant Adm Proposals for signatures. SEIPC was selected as they were the only application. Messmore took each section of the interlocal agreements and had them signed separately (CABG, civil rights, etc.) [NOTE: Normally these are all done in the one agreement. Not sure why the big to-do over signing each separately. The state requires all of these sections to be approved- so there is NO OPTION to separate them really. I just makes it look more complicated that it really is.] Sarah said that these other 5 counties didn’t have to do anything except say they support Dearborn- the lead agency. [NOTE: What happened to everyone contributing a share to this- Council appropriated funds for this.]
2. Todd Listerman- Transportation- gave a 10 minute report on railway crossings and that he’d informed Ms. Emzweiler of his actions and requests on signage, pavement markers etc. They can’t mark pavement on Happy Hollow as it is gravel. Trains blow the whistle at all intersections. There will be two a day rather than 1 a week soon on the Central IN Railway between Cincinnati and Greensburg. Most cars slow down near tracks or stop- so as not to damage vehicle on rough tracks.
Deck on Triple Whipple poured last week.
Chesterville and Stitts Hill will be done early next week.
SR1 will open but NOT be finished in mid Oct. They relocated a gas line where guard rail goes- so have to fix that.
Fox asked about guard rail by Covered Bridge and SR46 – Listerman has called 3 times- state still not got it done.
INDOT required to see if local gov’t wants the riveted steel truss bridge at Salt Fork for use elsewhere. Listerman will deny that- can’t see any use and would take too long to rehab it. Has to be maintained 25 years if we take it. The bridge is only 26 ft wide. Work on that starts next year.
3. Claims and minutes amended and signed.
4. Messmore: NOTHING unless they have any questions. [NOTE: Commissioners had no questions- however Messmore is to be working on a 90 day project about jail/courthouse expansion etc. and also doing some work for Council on the salary scales for all employees to try to stop the courthouse from stealing staff by offering higher wages for what is seen as the same levels of jobs. No updates? ]
5. Ewbank- Attorney- Commissioners approved a request for wheelchair replacement for an employee’s child- on appeal from Med Ben.
There were 4 reviews of vicious dogs- Animal Control is handling it.
Meeting adjourned at 7:55 PM
Christine Brauer Mueller
Lawrenceburg Township
Present: Hughes, Thompson, and Fox
Also Present: Ewbank, Attoprney, and Messmore, Administrator.
Absent: Pickens (Cathy from PZ subbed)
No uniformed police officer was present
Democrat candidates present: Doug Taylor (D-1 Commissioner), Tom Orschel (D-2 Commissioner), and Phil Darling (Council at-large)
OLD BUSINESS:
1. Greg Trabel was granted his request to vacate the roads and alleys on his properties in the town of Lawrenceville. Discussion includedTrabel’s $400 permit fees, his $1800 survey fees, and that records prior to 1981 were destroyed. The commissioners also voted to have McCormack refund his county fees for this as they intend to work on the town plat (from 1836) and fix the entire set of old ROWs there.
2. Article 2 Section 220 on phasing of subdivision developments and consolidating bonds was approved. This eliminates hard minimums on phases and lets the PC decide.
3. Article 3 Section 305N of the Subdivision Ordinance was DENIED by Fox and Hughes, (Thompson voted Nay as he wanted to approve it.) This item was given a FAVORABLE from the PC with one NAY that night from Robert Laws who wanted cul-de-sacs to be longer. That however was not in the changes. Unfortunately- because of the cul-de-sac issues the rest of these changes on turnarounds and stub streets also went down. The law as it stands is based on materials and standards approved by the Home Builders Association, Highway regs etc.
One person spoke against the changes- John Maxwell. Maxwell said that he doesn’t usually speak out against things- he’s usually trying to get things done. In the old days plans were drawn in pencil sketches on eth back of the applications. The 30-lot rule hasn’t hurt anything to date. He went on to give examples of the spirit of the law being violated with “fake” connections on areas of land that were steep or were not likely to be opened up any time in the future. He used Harley Springs, and the Render (sp?) property as examples. Maxwell cited the long ridges in this county as reasons for allowing longer cul de sacs.
Fox said- people don’t like connectivity later- after they have lived on the dead end. Hughes said he grew up on a mile long gravel road (dead end). Fox motioned and Hughes 2nd to Deny. Thompson Nay. [NOTE: Normally Commissioners do not disregard the PC recommendation.]
4. Article 24 Section 2428 on Construction access points was approved. Mud issues like those on SR 48 across from DCH were cited as reasons for having this per Listerman. It gives the county a way of getting damages from trucks taking off the edges of county roads also.
5. Bill Black Jr- EMA- received signatures on his grant for $43,691.63 for reimbursement of salaries from Oct 06- Sept 07. He mentioned that the Red Cross was handling 8 families evacuated due to Gustav in Hamilton County.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. CAC (Children’s Advocacy Center) in Dillsboro- Sarah Bricknow (sp?)- Project Director- turned it over to Messmore to present the Grant Adm Proposals for signatures. SEIPC was selected as they were the only application. Messmore took each section of the interlocal agreements and had them signed separately (CABG, civil rights, etc.) [NOTE: Normally these are all done in the one agreement. Not sure why the big to-do over signing each separately. The state requires all of these sections to be approved- so there is NO OPTION to separate them really. I just makes it look more complicated that it really is.] Sarah said that these other 5 counties didn’t have to do anything except say they support Dearborn- the lead agency. [NOTE: What happened to everyone contributing a share to this- Council appropriated funds for this.]
2. Todd Listerman- Transportation- gave a 10 minute report on railway crossings and that he’d informed Ms. Emzweiler of his actions and requests on signage, pavement markers etc. They can’t mark pavement on Happy Hollow as it is gravel. Trains blow the whistle at all intersections. There will be two a day rather than 1 a week soon on the Central IN Railway between Cincinnati and Greensburg. Most cars slow down near tracks or stop- so as not to damage vehicle on rough tracks.
Deck on Triple Whipple poured last week.
Chesterville and Stitts Hill will be done early next week.
SR1 will open but NOT be finished in mid Oct. They relocated a gas line where guard rail goes- so have to fix that.
Fox asked about guard rail by Covered Bridge and SR46 – Listerman has called 3 times- state still not got it done.
INDOT required to see if local gov’t wants the riveted steel truss bridge at Salt Fork for use elsewhere. Listerman will deny that- can’t see any use and would take too long to rehab it. Has to be maintained 25 years if we take it. The bridge is only 26 ft wide. Work on that starts next year.
3. Claims and minutes amended and signed.
4. Messmore: NOTHING unless they have any questions. [NOTE: Commissioners had no questions- however Messmore is to be working on a 90 day project about jail/courthouse expansion etc. and also doing some work for Council on the salary scales for all employees to try to stop the courthouse from stealing staff by offering higher wages for what is seen as the same levels of jobs. No updates? ]
5. Ewbank- Attorney- Commissioners approved a request for wheelchair replacement for an employee’s child- on appeal from Med Ben.
There were 4 reviews of vicious dogs- Animal Control is handling it.
Meeting adjourned at 7:55 PM
Christine Brauer Mueller
Lawrenceburg Township
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