The Independent-News, Volume 117, Number 50, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 7 May 1992 — Page 4

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- THE INDEPENDENT-NEWS - MAY 7. 1992

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THE PUBLIC HAS SPOKEN With only unofficial results to go by, but apparently the outcome is definitely decided, the results of the John Glenn School Corporation Board of Trustees election shows that once again the public has spoken. For the second time in two years the election results for this board has backed up the feelings of much of the general public. Maybe by now the various groups that run our elected offices as trustees of schools, towns, etc., will realize they must listen to the wishes of the people. The 1992 School Board election had a protest by those who were against a huge outlay of money for a new middle school. It is not a protest against education, but a protest against the way money was to be spent and in turn a demand for other options to be considered. Regardless of whether one thinks the outcome is right or wrong, regardless of how one feels about a new middle school opposed to other plans to meet the needs, the public is still the one paying the bill. And that was a key matter in this election. The School Board is elected by the public to represent them in the running of the schools. However, too often after the position is secure, those entrusted with the responsibility of running a school corporation, which is big business, forget how they got there in the first place and who they represent. It is true they acquire much more insight about the problems as well as the everyday routine of operating such a big business, but perhaps it is lack of communication or simply an indifferent attitude that sometimes finds the board members going their own way, paying little attention to those they represent. It appears this approach is not going to be accepted by everyone. If you represent us, you listen to us. This message has been issued loud and clear. Perhaps the bulk of the problem in this current situation was the timing. Coming at a time of recession, a time when money and jobs are much harder to come by, it just wasn’t a good time to make a move of this magnitude. This was also the case on the recent attempt to put in county option taxes, it was proven by the public they did not favor it and in this case as well, the matter was defeated due to the feelings of the public. The only difference here is that in Mishawaka, the focal point after South Bend had approved the new taxes, enough members of their council did listen to and support the feelings of the people. Just what effect the 1992 election and new board structure that takes over as of July 1 will have, we don’t know. We do know that the four new members, Shirley Anderson, Tom Bradford, Robbie Keck and John McGee will have a big job ahead of them as they join the three remaining board members and current administration and continue to opearte the school system to the best of their ability. Official results of the school board election will not be available until late this week, but we will try and pass the official results on to you in next week’s “Independent-News”.

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“In Favor Os Stericyde” As a business owner and property owner in North Liberty, I would like to voice my opinion on the “Stericyde” issue. I admit when I first learned of Stericyde and their intentions I initially had mixed emotions about it but decided to stay “open minded” until I had heard all the facts. With an office building bordering the Industrial Park and as a property owner with a storage building inside the Industrial Park I feel I have a very strong interest regarding my investment in this matter. After attending the meeting in the Community Building and listening to the debates of all the pros and cons concerning this issue and talking to the representatives from Stericyde I came away 100% in favor of Stericyde and them building their fadlity next to my investment in the North Liberty Industrial Park. lam also convinced that their operation poses no threat or danger to the welfare and health of the community, as it offers a very attractive alternative to the way hospitals dispose of their infectious waste now either by incineration or land fill disposal. I feel more threatened by area gas stations, the transportation of radioactive materials and military hardware by trucks or railroad. I would feel a lot safer knowing that

infecious waste was being broken down into granules and coming out into the atmosphere or landfilling it full of infectious bacteria the way it full of infectious bacteria the way is currently is. If Stericyde chooses North Liberty for their next site, I personally welcome them to our great town and wish them success for years to come. Andy Becker “Do We Want Stericyde In Oar Community?” At the March 17, 1992 general membership meeting of the LaPorte Medical Society, the Society passed a resolution regarding the request of Stericyde for a permit to locate in LaPorte County. The resolution, which passed unanimously, read as follows: “Based on current information, the LaPorte County Medical Society feels that the proposed mechanism to treat medical waste by Stericyde is not fool proof and consequently, the Society appeals to I.D.E.M. to reject the application for a permit from Stericyde.” Marica Hauser, Executive Secretary, LaPorte County Medical Society 362-1003 “It’s Over” By the time you are reading this letter, the voting and counting will all be over. Hooray! We have made our selections for many major candidates and our local school board. Now, let us work together to make our school system the best.

It has been brought to my attention. that some of our out of town landlords haven’t been keeping up their rental buildings. The one building that seems to be in need of some major repair is the building that houses the Thrift Shop. This shop plays an important roll in the area. It would be a shame if someone got hurt while shopping there. So, owner, please at least take a look see. This is the week that the St. Joseph County Chamber of Commerce, through its Tourism Division, is having its tour buses drive through the county. Walkerton will be one stop along the way on Thursday. John Evans, from North Liberty, and I have been asked to serve as guides on these trips. I will be on the morning bus and John will be here in the afternoon. Give us a wave. I’ll tell you more next week. The Friends of the Fourth is still planning its auction sale on the 16th of May. We’ve been hauling in a large amount of great stuff. We have several nice chairs and couches, TV sets that work and many other things. Remember the 16th at the Youth Building on Washington Street. Maybe I will even go. I love auction sales! It is bicycle time. Since the riders seem to have no sense of how to obey traffic laws and the use of common sense, it is up to the rest of us to be wary and expect the worst. Maybe a bityde safety course given by the local police would be a good public service project. I went up and had a hot dog and drink at Larry’s Quick Mart last week. It seems that he was celebrating that he was still in business. I tried to get mine for free, but I couldn’t get it done. Many more prosperous years Larry and Debbie! The Friends of the Fourth members are still selling candy bars. Just ask. If any of you have any suggestions for entertainment, please give Mary Ann Frame a call. Morris Searfoss and I will be making our final placemat call next Wednesday. Brydie and Morris hopefully will still be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on the 17th of May. Time to go and rescue my garden from the weather and the menagerie. Sincerely, Nedra Williams SCHOOL MENUES Oregon-Davis Schools MAY 11-15 MONDAY Ravioli Peanut butter sandwich Tossed salad Applesauce Bread and butter Milk TUESDAY Sloppy joe on bun Curly fries Carrots Pickle spear Jello with fruit Milk WEDNESDAY Nachos with meat and cheese Lettuce with tomatoes Com on the cob Oatmeal raisin cookie Milk THURSDAY French toast with syrup Sausage patty Pinapple tidbits Fruit juice Milk FRIDAY Macaroni and cheese Green beans Fruit cocktail Mountain bar cookie Milk St. Patrick School MAY 11- 15 MONDAY Chicken fried beef patty Mashed potatoes Carrots Hot roll Milk

TUESDAY Beanie wienies Com bread Tossed salad Fruit Milk WEDNESDAY Spaghetti Garlic toast Green beans Fruit Milk THURSDAY Sloppy joes Mixed vegetables Fruit Brownie Milk FRIDAY Fish fillet Potato triangles Cole slaw Fruit Bread and butter Milk North Liberty Elementary School MAY 11 - 15 MONDAY Country fried chicken on bun Baked beans Cole slaw Apple crisp Milk TUESDAY Fried chicken Mashed potatoes Glazed carrots Fruit jello Roll and butter Milk WEDNESDAY Hamburgers French fries Fruit Chocolate cake Milk THURSDAY Turkey on bun Tater tots Fruit Cookie Milk FRIDAY Tacos Mashed potatoes Fruit Cinnamon coffee cake Chocolate milk Walkerton Elementary School MAY 11 - 15 MONDAY Baked chili Bread and butter Tri taters Applesauce nut dessert Milk TUESDAY Hamburger on bun Baked beans Relishes Fruit Milk WEDNESDAY Sea wonders fish Cornbread Tater tots Fresh fruit Milk THURSDAY Chef salad with chicken, cheese and egg Bread and butter Com Jello Milk FRIDAY Pizzaburger Macaroni salad Green beans Fruit Milk Urey Middle School MAY 11 - 15 MONDAY Hamburger on bun French fries Mixed vegetables Cake Milk TUESDAY Chicken noodles Mashed potatoes Biscuits Green beans Fruit Milk WEDNESDAY Redi ribs on bun Hash browns Com Peach cobbler Milk

THURSDAY Enchilada Nacho chips California blend Fruit Milk FRIDAY Submarine sandwich Tater tots Broccoli with cheese Fruit Milk John Glenn High School MAYU - 15 MONDAY Hamburger or cheeseburger Spud bites Green beans Fruit cup Milk or Salad bar and milk TUESDAY Polish sausage with sauerkraut Baked beans Cinnamon apples Chocolate chip cookie Milk or Salad bar and milk WEDNESDAY Chicken fried steak Mashed potatoes and gravy Peas and carrots Bread and butter Rainbow jello Milk or Salad bar and milk THURSDAY Pizza burgers Broccoli with cheese Raw veggies with dip Reese dessert Milk or Salad bar and milk FRIDAY Texas straw hat Lettuce salad Mixed vegetables Applesauce Milk or Salad bar and milk UREY BOYS DEFEAT OREGON-DAVIS IN TRACK The 7th and Bth grade boys track team at Urey defeated OregonDavis 90-9 in a dual meet last thursday. The team swept six events. Finishing first for Urey was: Bonnell, hurdles; Bowen, 1600; Bonnell, 50; Dickson, 400; Bonnell, 100; Day, 800; Groves, 200; Savoie, shot put;, Guisella, discus; Pontius, high jump; Groves, long jump and the 400 relay team of Pippenger, Pontius, Dickson and Medich; along with the 1600 relay team of Hall, Day, Bowen and Bonnell. Second place finishers were: Pippinger, hurdles; Medich, 50; Hall, 400; Medich, 100; Bowen, 800; Knepp, shot put; Savoie, discus; and Young, long jump. Gaining third place honors for Urey were: Clark, hurdles; Pontius, 1600, Groves, 50; Hall, 100; Slater, 200, Walter, shot put; Walter, discus; and Bonnell, high jump. An elephant's trunk has about 40,000 muscles. BUSINESS CARDS Large Variety Os Samples And Colors To Choose From Independent-News 601 Roosevelt Rd., Walkerton WEDDING STATIONERY Traditional & Contemporary Invitations COMPLETE SELECTION OF ACCESSORIES FOR WEDDING ANO RECEPTION Independent-News 601 Roosevelt Rd., Walkerton