Muncie Times, Muncie, Delaware County, 20 August 1998 — Page 5
The Muncie Times, August 20,1998, Page 5
Adams: Guide to State Agencies new Leap into fall with available INDIANAPOLIS—Who do Landmark Tours « i wondering about compensa- ! non?
Join Landmark Tours—the educational sightseeing service of Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indania—for autum excursions designed for people interested in historic places. Call 317-639-4646 for details itineraries, cost information and reservations. September 11 & 12, travel to Marshall, Michigan. A buildingwatcher’s dream, Marshall is home of the largest National Historic Landmark district in a small city. Your visit is timed to coincide with the city’s 1998 Home Tour, featuring more htan a dozen breath-taking examples of Marshall’s historic architecture. You’ll also take a bonus trip to Battle Creek and the new Kellogg’s CeralCityU.S. A. Make your reservations by
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in medicaid reserve supplemented by 70 million in Congressional funds, which will allow an extra 57,000 eligible children to now have health insurance. Another important program is the Indiana CLEO program. CLEO targets students applying to law school who have some obstacles. Participants of CLEO attend a 6 week summer component of simulated law classes. Upon successful completion, students may be admitted in the second year to law school. “Because of this program 28 students attended classes last year at Valporaiso University,” said Washington. “The majority of the students
August 28. On September 19, join Landmark Tours for a daytrip to Attica, Indiana—hometown of famous intenor designer John Cottrell. Visit Cottrell's private residence, a restored 1842 beauty featured in Architectual Digest. Make your reservations by September 4. On September 24, discover southern Indiana’s rich art heritage on a day-trip to Brown County. Visit the summer home of famed impressionist artist T. C. Steele, enjoy lunch at the Artists Colony Inn and Gallery, and stop at the Brown County Art Guild for a view of many fascinating displays. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore Nashville’s unique specialty shops during free time. Make your reservations by September 10.
were minorities, however, the program is not designed for a race issue but an economic one,” added Washington. Now, as a candidate for state treasurer, Washington wants to administrate a strong and viable partnership with the Treasurer’s office as a chief investment authority. “Among the responsibilites of this office, I would serve as Chairperson of the Education and and Savings Authority,” said Washington. I would then be able to pursue a strong educational agenda and influence early saving and tax deferred earnings for fami-
lies.”
“There is a need for high education and training. Through the Indiana College Saving Plan and training (vocational, technical) people will be helped to prepare for
How about if you’re iooki ing for financial aid to help | your child go to college? Or if you're looking for I information tha can help you start a new business? A new publication offered by State Rep. Tiny Adams (D-Muncie) can help answer these questions, and many others from people wondering where they can turn to for help in state government. “Through ‘The Indiana Guide to State Agencies,’ a person can find out basic information about more than 30 offices and departments in state government,” Adams said. “These are the people who can help you untangle yourself from the red tape that so often seems ensarl one’s workings with government.” In addition, Adams said the guide contains a list of people or agencies to contact in the event you have a problem that the next century.” “Especially those who aren’t thinking 15 to 20 years down the road,” added Washington. “We need to make the education of youth an important issue,” he said. The State Treasurer also serves as chair of the Indiana Housing-Financing Author-
ity.
“Affordable housing, housing that is safe and sanitary is disproportionate. I want to help alleviate that condition by providing resources to first time home owners and again developing a partnership with the Lt. Governor’s office. That partnership does not currently exist,” said Washington. “It’s a tremendous responsibility. As chair also of the Indiana Bond Bank, the state
needs to be fixed. “These are the types of questions that I am asked frequently, ranging from those which fall into the scopr of my postilion as a state legislator—where to register to vote (county clerk’s office or the local license branch) or where to report a case of suspected child abuse (Family and Social Services)—all the way to those that don’t have much to do with state government, such as who to call if a tax refund is late (the Internal Revenue Service) or where to get a permit to build on your land (your city or town hall),” Adams noted. “By giving people a general idea where they can contact the officials who can answer their questions as quickly as possible, we can a go a long way toward building trust between government and the people,” he concluded. To get a copy of “The Indiana Guide to State Agencies,” people can contact Adams by calling him tollfree at 1-800-382-9842 or write to: State Rep. Tiny Adams, Statehouse, 200 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. treasurer’s office must reach out to those with need of technical assistance.” “Smaller communities can pool applications together and use funds for infrastructure, sewer projects, water districts and such.” This will provide a tremendous benefit for communities that don’t have the wealth of bigger cities,” concluded Washington. According to Washington the Bond Bank has been in existence for approximatley 10 years and is underutilized. Washington was accompanined by his finance director, Brian D. Madison and retired state legislator Hurley Goodall during his Muncie visit. He has traveled to 25 of Indiana’s 92 counties so far.
19th Annual Muncie Endurathon to be held on August 22nd The 19th Annual Muncie Endurathon will take place on Saturday, August 22, 1998 at 8:00 a. m. The race begins with a 1.2 mile swim at Prairie Creek Reservoir. The first swimmer will exit the water at approximately 8:25 a. m. and will proceed to a 56 mile bike course as follows: Exit south end of Transition Areas at Prairie Creek Beach; south on County Road 560 East from Transition Area; left on Highway 35; left on Highway 1; right on 700 South; left on Highway 1; to TurnAround; right on County Road 600 South; left on 900 West; right on Highway 35; right on County Road 532 East; enter north end of Transition area. Approximately 10:30 a.m. the first runner will begin the following run course: Exit Transition Area south on County Road 560 East; right on 650 South; right on 450 East; left on 517 South; bear right out of New Burlington on Burlington Pike; continue north on Burlington Pike to Turn-Around; return on same course to Finish. The Muncie Endurathon Race Committee and athlete appreciated the hospitality of all the people who live on the course. We ask that, whenever possible, you limit activity on that day and keep automobiles off the course. The course will be closed to all other traffic! Thank you, in advance, for the part you play in making this event successful for this community. Should you have any questions or concerns, please call the Muncie Endurathon office at (765) 287-1799.