The Independent-News, Volume 114, Number 32, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 5 January 1989 — Page 2

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Mr and Mrs. Dan Patrick and family were Christmas holidav guests of Betty McCormick. Friday dinner guests of Gladys Sheneman were Dwight and De lons Pippenger and Susie and Kenneth Teter, of Mishawaka Many fnends of the residents in the Miller’s Merry Manor nursing home, attended the New Year s party Thursday evening with Roger Kronk's band entertaining which was greatly enjoyed by all present. Delicious refreshments were served by the activity department The North Liberty United Methodist Church choir and spouses enjoyed Christmas cookies, punch and fellowship at the home of Betty McCormick follow ing choir practice the Thursday before Christmas Chnstmas Day guests of Bob and Dorothy Knecht were Jim and Rosalee Knecht and daughter Tammy Emanuelson and Nikki, of Apple Valley, Minnesota; Roger and Debbie Simmons and son Chns. of Warsaw; Jim and Beth Norns and daughters Jennifer and Alex, and Bob and Jan Knecht, Danny and Mellisa. all of South Bend. They all enjoyed dinner together in the evening after which they had a gift exchange. Jim and Rosalee spend Monday with her parents, Orville and Miriam Buss, in LaPaz. and enjoyed their family Chnstmas together and then they returned to Minnesota on Wednesday. Mrs. Francis McDaniel is now a resident of Miller’s Merry Manor in Walkerton. Joe and Peggy Charles and Lynn Gardner, of South Bend, went to Naperville, Illinois to spend Chnst-

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mas with their daughter and son Richard and Ann Gardner and family Also present were Jennifer Charles and daughter Velda. Karyn Gardner, of Naperville, returned home with her grandparents to spend the week with them. Did you know that the first wooden badge built across Potato Creek was built at North Liberty in IBM? Mr. and Mrs. Tom McCormick and Betty McCormick were New Year’s Eve supper guests of Joyce Knepp, in South Bend. Travis ande Joan Holmes entertained New Year's Eve with a birthday dinner in honor of Ethel Holmes, who was celebrating her birthday. Ethel Rauen and their son Michael and fnend Chns were also present. Keith and Laura Bope. of the Savoie Apartments, moved into their new home which they built this summer. Saturday, on Sylvia Dave. Pauline Howell spent the holidays with her daughter Sharon and husband Ron Vernon, in Columbus. Ohio. Christmas Day dinner guests of Betty McCormick were Joyce Knepp, of South Bend; Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Dregits and sons Chns. Steve and Brian, of Mishawaka; Mr. and Mrs. Dave Garber, of Normal, Illinois; Mr. and Mrs. Tom McCormick. Tom. E. Tim and Jennifer. Aaron and Jeff West and Mr and Mrs. Bill West, of Mount Pleasant Illinois. Kate Hevel spent the holidays with her son Don and his wife Betty Ann. Her mother. Betty Gudates. of Mishawaka, was also a guest in Grand Rapids. Michigan. Rev. Bob Knowlton, his wife Rose and family, of Wilmington. Illinois; Mr. and Mrs. Terry Knowlton and family enjoyed their Chnstmas together on New Year’s Day at the home of Don Knowlton and family, on Road 23 North. Potato Creek State Park was a busy place this weekend with the cabins all reserved, the skiers on the trails, many ice fishing on Worst er Lake, and lots of cars driving through the Park Sunday evening before dark to watch the deer and there were sure lots of them Roseland Amm and son Dan. of Delphi. Indiana, and Francis Slattery were Thursday dinner guests of Martha McCrosky. George and WiJda Henry, of New Road, who were celebrating their 39th wedding anniversary Sunday, New Year's Day, were honored by their family, who enjoyed dinner with them at Miller's Restaurant, in New Carlisle. Those present besides the honored guests were Alan and Paula Umenck. Joel and Tracy; Tom and Daria Fair, Lisa and Ryan; and Evan and Patty Henry. John and Cindy. Res. Charles Richmond and Joyce returned home Friday after spending Chnstmas and the week with Joyce’s parents. Mr and Mrs Delmar Pnckett. tn Wilming ton. Ohio. DAVIS HONORED The Board of Advisors for the Outstanding Young Men of Amen ca awards program announced re centiy that Timothy L Davis. 211 N Main St., North Liberty, has been selected for inclusion in the 1988 edition of Outstanding Young Men Os Amenta, Now in its 2bth year, the OYMA program is designed to honor and encourage exceptional voung men between the ages of 21 and 36 who have distinguished themselves tn many fields of endeavor, such as service to community, progression al leadership academic achieve ment business advancement cui

tural accomplishments and civic and political participation. Achievements in these areas are the result of dedication, responsibility and a drive for excellencequalities which deserve to be recognized and remembered. Each young man will be represented by his biographical entry in this prestigious annual awards publication. NORTH LIBERTY TOWN BOARD NEWS Board Meeting December 21 Town Board meeting was held at the Town Hall on December 21. 1988 and called to order at 7:15 pm by George Jackson. V.P. Other Board members present were Ronald Kinas and Thomas Daugherty. Scott King and Josephine Jaworski absent. The press was represented by Pauline Laskowski and Wayne Falda. Five others present per list. Previous minutes corrected to show Ronald Kinas and Josephine Jaworski present and Thomas Daugherty and George Jackson absent. Motion then made by Ronald Kinas. seconded by Thomas Daugherty to approve as amended. Approval vote unanimous. Garry Mcßnde, of Bumham A Flower. Inc., Indianapolis, presented a municipal coverage proposal on behalf of Indiand Intergrovernmental Risk Management Authority. He stated that it was not an insurance company but a local government shared nsk Management Authority. Stated that this plan did not include workman's compensation but he could wate a seperate policy. Stated that the Town's 2 fire trucks could be included, but were not figured in the current quote of IIRMA contribution of 58.008.00 plus insurance premium of 51.419.00 based on current values. If plan chosen property would be appraised for current values. Mr. Mcßnde to send list of current municipalities using plan. Quote filed in insurance file. Dan Hamilton. Real Estate Broker with DHI Realtors. 728 E. LaSalle St., South Bend, representing Terry Hams. President of Indiana Underwaters Insurance Co. who is interested in the property at 400 N. Main St. for an insurance office for five employees with no walk-in business. Would have sales meetings once a month with 15 to 20 people. Would like to have 4* sign. Had talked to Area Plan Commission and was advised that rezoning process would take at least 90 days if favorable. George Jackson advised Mr. Hamilton that this would be a spot zoning which is not allowed under the zoning ordinance. Mr. Hamilton stated his client would like to use the house as an office and would not be living there Two residents of the area spoke against any rezoning of the area and stated they wished for it to remain a residential area. Board to research and have attorney Peddycord send a response. Clerk advised that from talking with seven other towns, two issued checks to the officers for equipment. the other five issue purchase orders and retain ownership of property Under Home Rule ordinance could be passed to establish payment to officers if town attorney determined that statutes apply Request was made to purchase a garage door opener fix the police garage door After discussion Ronald Kinass made a motion to purchase garage door opener with a not to exceed price of SI 7$ 00. Thomas Daugherty seconded with a unanimous aye. Chnstopher Jaworski to install I George Jackson announced that executive sessions in regards to personnel were held December 7, IMBB and December 13, 1988 and it । was decided to restructure the 1

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utilities operating personnel, as follows: John W. Gouker, Sr., Supenntendent of Utilities A Streets, and Certified Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. Jerry L. Gouker, Certified Water Plant Operator; and Jerry L Gorby and Robert Platz as Utility 4 Street employees. This to be put into resolution *I9BB-06 to establish effective December 21. 1988. Motion by Thomas Daugherty, seconded by Ronald Kinas to adopt Resolution 1988-06 establish personnel positions. Unanimous vote to adopt. Utility personnel policy read by George Jackson. After discussion minor corrections to be made and be presented for adoption December 28. 1988 Cairns presented for approval. Town, 14.583 to 14,605; North Lib erty Public Housing 88-12 1 A 2; Sewer. 3,986 to 3,998; Water, 8.374 to 8.385. Motion for approval by Thomas Daugherty, second Ronald Kinas with a unanimous aye. Debbie Brown requested that attorney Peddycord re-write the Park Board Ordinance so that they (Park Board) could apply for State Grants. Meeting adjourned 8:58 p.m TRI KAPPA NEWS Zeta Pi Tn Kappa members met at the home of Connie Engel for their Christmas meeting and party. Donna Popovic, president, was in charge. All officers gave their reports as well as various committee heads. Dorothy Overmyer gave a bnef explanation of the Salvation Army "Tree Os Lights". She also thanked the members for their help in nnging bells this year. She collected new mittens to be given to the needy children. Pecan sales were again a big success. Many thanks to all who purchased them. Your annual purchase is greatly appreciated. All proceeds go back into the community. A CPR class is being formed and will meet on January 11. the place to be announced later. An election of a delegate and alternate to attend the state convention, in Apnl. at Indianapolis, was held with Donna Popovic and Joyce Liggett being chosen. Following the close of the meeting. Mrs. Claus, also known as Gladys Sheneman. appeared and read a small verse about each member which was quite humorous. She stayed and enjoyed love ly holiday refreshments with us. Secret sister Chnstmas gifts were then exchanged Irinda Slater and Susan Groves were the co hostesses There will be no meeting in January. The February meeting will be held at the home of Jada Conner. Members are to bring a 15 00 Valentine exchange, secret sister gifts and winter issue of Cross Keys. Also another sunshine shower is to be held and stamps and cards arc to be donated. DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS LET BIDS The Indiana Department of Highways let bids for vanous con tracts. In St. Joseph County bituminous resurface and surface

removal on U. S. 33. from 1.5* miles north of State Road 23. North Shore Boulevard to the Indiana Michigan State Line. Work is due to be completed with 45 working days and traffic will be maintained. Rieth-Riley Construction Co., of Goshen, was the successful bidder at $368,419.39. Also in St. Joseph County bituminous resurface on U. S. 33 from 2.4 miles west of the junction of State Road 219 to the Junction of State Road 219. Work is due to be completed within 45 working days and traffic will be maintained. Walsh A Kelly, Inc., Gnffith, received the bid at $649,941.01. Bituminous resurface on U. S. 31 from the north city limits of Lakeville to the South Bend U. S. 31 Bypass by Walsh A Kelly, Inc.. Griffith. Work is due to be completed within 85 working days and traffic will be maintained. Cost of the work is $ 1.480,702 30. Signal modernization on U. S 20. McKinley Ave., from Logan Street to Division Street, in Mishawaka Work to be completed by July 1, 1989 and traffic will be maintained. Michiana Electrical Contractors, Inc., of Plymouth, were the successful bidders at $164,071.75. Signal installation on State Road 23. Edwardsburg Highway and Gumwood Road, in South Bend Work to be completed by May 31. 1989 and traffic will be maintained Michiana Electrical Contractors, of Plymouth, received the bid at $50,064 00. In LaPorte County, intersection improvement at Lincolnway. St. Rd. 2 and St. Rd. 39 and Indiana Ave., U. S. 35. in the city of LaPorte. Successful! bidder is Northern Indiana Construction Co.. Mishawaka, at $94,062.95 TUBING FUN OFFERED AT COUNTY PARKS Over the next several months the St. Joseph County Parks and Rec reation Department will offer the perfect way to enjoy the sights and feelings of the winter season. At Ferrettie/Baugo Creek County Par in Osceola, Bendix Woods County Park in New Carlisle, and St. Patrick's County Park in South Bend tnnertubing will be offered on groomed, supervised hills. All parks offer the finest in facilities that include lighted runs, warming rooms with concessions, and in nertubes on a first-come, first serve basis. The cost is an in expensive $2.00 per person and the fee is good for the entire day Group rates and special group packages are available by calling ahead. All tube hills will be open to the public from II 00 a m. until 7 00 p.m. on Saturdays and 12:00 noon until 6:00 p.m on Sundays. (All dosing times one hour later at Bendix Woods.) For more infix mation call 277-4828 between 9 00 a m and 5:00 p.m weekdays. Support the March of Dimes MRK3& RMMMSONOBHMi