The Mail-Journal, Volume 14, Number 29, Milford, Kosciusko County, 10 August 1977 — Page 2

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(Continued from page 1) needs. I think the survey should be given more weight.” Smith also commented on the March 31 meeting held in Wawasee High School auditorium where interested citizens were asked to attend and hear the reasons why the facility was being considered from board members. Smith made a few remarks on the reasons given. Wrestling was the first reason talked about Smith said the board felt the facility needed to be built because the wrestlers can’t practice in the high school. "Outdoor running is good conditioning," said the North Webster man. He also said that other teams practicing in the school corridors could also practice outdoors Concerning the cheerleaders practicing in the corridors and school commons, Smith said cheerleaders don't fall under Title IX which states that physical education facilities should be equal for both boys and girls. He also remarked that better scheduling could be utilized. Smith talked-about various sports using the stage for practice, also "What are the priorities? Sports can come anytime. School is the only chance for students to learn music." He said better scheduling could be used here too. The remonstrator said if the facility was built, he wouldn’t be in favor of the existing plans. He said the plans don't provide equal treatment for the handicapped and that the cummulative building fund may be needed for the handicapped. Citizens opposed to the facility were next given an opportunity to speak. Richard Maresh, r 2 Syracuse, said when he wait to high school in Cleveland they only had one locker room and all practice was done outside. He also said his high school had a championship football and wrestling team Commenting. "I am entirely against this new facility." Maresh said his high school didn’t have one improvement the time he went there until 15 years later when a new school was built due to the increase of enrollment Gerald Herbison. Syracuse, next wanted to ask some THE MAU JOURNAL TM Mail JwrMl every WoNneMav entered at Second Ctau matter at ’>»» **•»' OttK« at tyrecvM, iMiana MMt FuMtcatwa Na nfttt Secorm ciesi aattat* !>«'«> at IM X Mam ttraat. Syracuse. Indiana **M’ and at additional entry ottxe> SvdMriotion M »er year <n KOMwUw county. »»• outwde county /r ® %

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“NOT NEEDED” — Gregory Smith, one of the remonstators against the physical education facility, said at the Tuesday hearing the facility is not needed. He feels better scheduling should be utilized. questions of the school board members. Ferrier told Herbison he could ask the questions, but the board didn’t have to answer them because the meeting is just a hearing. Ferrier told Herbison all questions should be asked at school board meetings. Herbison said. "Why are we here? We can’t place questions publicly.” Ferrier again reminded Herbison that all questions can be answered at school board meetings. The Syracuse man did say the taxpayer should have an opportunity to vote on the facility. He also said, “the number of girls interested in athletics are not as much as the numbe. of boys interested in athletics.” Paul Penn, also of Syracuse, said he didn’t come to the meeting to specifically object to the facility, but he came as a businessman. “You have to sort out the priorities.” He said the population growth in Indiana is decreasing and also the number of people moving out of Indiana is on the increase. He said, “I hope expert advice and due deliberation is given to this project before it proceeds." Wayne Bucher. Syracuse, and Max Beer, Milford, also had a few comments in opposition Bucher said, "1 don’t think we’ll ever be out of debt in this corporation in the years to come .” Beer commented. “I find very few people who are totally for this gym.” Beer helped circulate petitions m the Milford area. Kept Patrons Informed Billy G. Little, president of the school board, was the first to speak out in favor of the facility. He said, “The school board has been criticized in the fact that we have not made an honest attempt to keep patrons informed of additions ” Little said since November of 1975 when the facility was first considered, a total of 34 public meetings have been held. He said of the 34. patronsof the corporation have been present at only 13 and at only three of the 34 meetings did anyone comment on the facility, two for and one against it. He also said on 15 different occasions information on the

Have sports become king? By ARCH BAUMGARTNER (An Editorial) If we can read national trends, there appears to be a desire for more emphasis in our public schools on reading, writing and 'rithmatic, and less on sports and other extra-curricular activities. In fact, in the East one mother has sued a school board for accepting her tax dollars and failing to educate her daughter. With diploma In hand, the young graduate witnessed on national television that she could not do elemental reading. This feeling might be felt here to a degree, manifesting itself in the objections to the proposed new girls' gym and addition to the vocational wing. The remonstrance hearing In the school auditorium Tuesday was a good one, dignified, orderly, respectful of all concerned. But It did point out that we may well be at the crossroads when it comes to emphasis on sports in our public schools. It would indicate that at least a portion of our taxpaying public is saying, "Are all these sports necessary?" It was noted there are nine boys' sports — basebail, basketball, football, cross country, golf, swimming, tennis, track and field and wrestling. And there are eight girls' sports — basketball, golf, gymnastics, swimming, tennis, track and field and volleyball. The new athletic director at Wawasee High School, Carl Meditch, coming here from Juniata College, Huntingdon, Pa., admits that Indiana is more athletic conscious than most states. School officials are not completely at fault here, If indeed there Is any fault to be found. Parents with youngsters in school are pushing for more sports. Retirees In the corporation with no in school are screaming, "Enough!" resident Max Beer, who carried a remonstrance petition in Van Buren township, said the feelings are strong in the corporation against the new gym, but that many were "afraid" to sign the petition" inasmuch as they either have children in school or do business with the school. Those participating In the hearing are to be complimented for their decorum, but the point remains — are sports becoming king In Wawasee High School?

facility was given to the public and all meetings were advertised in the press The president mentioned that on June 14, when the lease for the facility and all bids were approved, not one person was present to give imput. Henry Smith, principal of Wawasee High School, talked about enrollment, and how over the nine years since the high school was constructed, it has increased He said in 1968-69, the first school year, 680-700 were enrolled. Projected enrollment for 1977-78 is 1,001, or 474 boys and 527 girls. Smith said the school was originally constructed for 900 students, and since 1968, various additions have been built. These include 10 additional classrooms, learning resource annex, cafeteria annex and the vocational, auto mechanics building. “The only area that hasn’t been

expanded in nine years is indoor physical education facilities." Don Arnold, superintendent of the corporation, said he feels the facility is necessary because of the growth in the area. He attended meetings of the Syracuse Plan Commission and Kosciusko County Area Plan Commission and found out since June of 1976. 192 building permits were issufljL 42 for Tippecanoe Township, 132 for Turkey Creek and 18 for Van Buren. Arnold also said there has been an increase in the industrial growth. “We can’t determine how many children and families this entails.” He does feel it is significant. Another area the superintendent feels is of concern is federal regulations. “As board members, we are required to sign various statements saying we are willing to comply with these regulations.”

Arnold said the facility would improve the evening athletic program and also would encourage youth involvement Favor Facility * Several comments were next made by citizens in favor of the facility. A North Webster woman said the facility covers other areas besides sports. She also said it won’t raise taxes and re can’t see why anyone deep down in their hearts can be against this.” Bob Brown, Milford, said athletics are a part of the total learning process and Jack Francis, Syracuse, said athletics is “one of the greatest experiences of my life.” Gregory Smith next gave a rebuttal. He said, “Discrimination can still continue with the new facility.” He also said there are hundreds of retired adults living in the area on fixed incomes who would have to support other adults who would use the facility. Barbara Clouse, who didn’t want to be known as a remonstrator, said, “If you can prove to me that taxes won’t go up. I’m all for it.” Barb Brouwer, 1976 graduate of Wawasee High School, said she is in favor of the facility because “You don’t know what it’s like.” She said that athletics is just like a game of life and other things are learned other than the basics of the sport. Ralph Reiff, also a 1976 graduate, said he agreed with Brouwer about the benefits of athletics. “That gymnasium is the best classroom ever built,” he said, “I feel sorry for the girl athletes.” Appoint — (Continued from page 1) perhaps the board can make an appointment before that date, as several petitions are scheduled for that meeting. Interested individuals may contact the board members with suggestions. A communication from the Baltimore and Ohio railroad concerning upcoming rail crossing closings was discussed and accepted partially. The company requested the board

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assume liability for damages and rerouting erf traffic. “I personally don’t think we should sign this,” Tranter said. Reed advised against the board accepting such terms. So, the board agreed to the rerouting, but not to assume the liability. Medlano Resigns A letter of resignation was accepted “with regret” from Louis Mediano, police department employee. The letter said he was resigning effective August 20, to assume duties as the Milford marshal. “This will be a loss to the department,” Tranter said. Hughes wanted to know if the board could tie up employees who received education and the town has invested time in. Cripe said his company made a one-year statute where such individuals become liable for such expenses. Reed will look into such an idea. The second low bid by Deeds Equipment of $5,585 for a leaf catcher with some extras was approved by the board. The low bid by Reese Equipment of $4,800 was vetoed due to it not being the best machine for the job. as it does not pick up wet leaves and is very similar to the present machine in use. The high bid of SB,IOO by McDonald was also among the considerations Included on the purchase order will be specified the delivery of the leaf catcher must be made by September 15, as previously stated in the specifications. Gene Henning appeared before the board and brought out several points concerning the installation of the sewers in his area. He said after the company installed the manhole the burm in front of his fence was gone and cars are now brushing his fence. Another man said a building behind Weatherhead wishes to hook into the sewer, but is too low. He added that each person he talks to he gets different answers from. Town attorney Robert Reed read an ordinance for the third time on additional appropriatons to pay for a sewage line to the industrial park, for $16,000. Approved by the board was the petition for excess tax levy to the state, budgeted in 1977, to provide services to the annexed areas of the town.

Reed also read the letter drafted in response to a request by the postal department for an office in the Wawasee Village area. Clerk-treasurer Mrs. Dust said the ordinance read by Reed, was not taken into consideration in the budget. She said she had to cut revenue sharing from $35,120 to $23,170. The board authorized her to advertise the budget.

North Webster Auxiliary installs new officers

Members of the North Webster Unit 253 Ladies Auxiliary installed newly elected officers recently. New officers, which were installed by Mrs. Charles (Imajean) Menzie are: Mrs. Georgia Cormican — president Jill Reiff — first vice president Mrs Barb Pearson — second vice president Mrs. Kay Lowe — secretary Mrs. Agnes Massey — treasurer Mrs. Audeline Pearson — chaplin Mrs. Elizabeth Pearson — historian Janet Vanator — sergeant-at-arms A scholarship was also awarded to Ginger Gant, daughter of Charles Gant of North Webster, from the American Legion (Little Red Hoosier school house). Ginger attends .Ball State University majoring nursing. Mrs. Elinore Enyeart, past president, received a life membership from the auxiliary. She has been president 10 times

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Tranter asked if federal revenue sharing funds could be used for the sewers in annexed areas. Reed replied affirmatively. Tranter said he would like a couple of board members to meet with Jerry Lessig about the sewer project, "Because I think some of these things we’re going to have to discuss in depth.” j

of unit 253, 1974-75 president of the second district and is presently sergeant-at-arms for the second district. Milford EMS unit needs new members The monthly EMS business meeting and practice session were held Monday at 7 p.m. Several donations from organizations and members of the community were reported. These included donations from the Busy Homemakers Club, the Chatter Box, the American Legion and Neil Farrell. It was reported an emergency medical technican training school will begin in Warsaw sometime in September. The Milford EMS group needs several new EMTs to replace some who have quit due to moving or for personal reasons. Persons interested in becoming EMTs or drivers should contact a member of the unit or’John Perry at the drug store. .