The Mail-Journal, Volume 15, Number 40, Milford, Kosciusko County, 25 October 1978 — Page 1

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VOLUME 15

Sewer report "shabbily prepared'' says Lessig

Town Engineer Jerry Lessig spoke against the first sewer report by TenEch at Tuesday night's October meeting of the Syracuse Town Board saying it was "very shabbily prepared.” The board decided several months ago an outside opinion was needed on the operation of the town's sewage disposal plant. TenEch. an engineering firm from South Bend, was hired to work on a four-phase plan. The first phase was presented last month. In a letter Lessig submitted to the town board, the engineer stated, “I have stated, and will state now, that the Syracuse

I Meet the candidates — By LESLIE WHITMAN

Walker; lifetime interest

Stuart A. Walker of 119 W. E. Long Dr., Syracuse, is running in district two (Turkey Creek Township) for the Lakeland School Board. He said his reason for running is a lifelong interest in education. He commented, “I think I would like to see a positive attitude. More people are interested now in the board and 1 think that’s good. But, people tend to believe negative comments.” Walker added, "There’s a problem with communication. We need more involvement between the school and community, administration and community and the teachers and the community.” Appointed In August Walker was appointed to serve on the school board in August when James Fry resigned. He feels there are many issues he is more aware of now having served on the board. “I think having been in many schools around the state, I feel that our school has been in front. The corporation has been conservative in accepting curriculum changes and in dealing with discipline. It’s paid dividends.” "Other schools have just jumped into new programs, many which were untried, while we have been conservative. But, when something good comes along, like the ISS (In School Supervision), we’re one of the first.” He said the corporation should also be recognized for the physical shape of its buildings. "They are well taken care of. This is a result of good administration and planning.” Walker had a few comments concerning some future corporation issues. “I think we need to be concerned about vocational needs in the future. We are going to need to adapt our curriculum to that.” he said. The candidate added, “In picking up comments and questions, I think 1 recognize a polarization of those who don’t have children in school and those who do. Education is a community affair. Everyone in the community is involved in the education process whether they have children in school or not.” Respect For Board Walker said since serving on the board, he has gotten to know the other board members. “I have a lot of respect for administrators and other people on the board. I have been very impressed with their attitude. 1 think they’re very aware of the needs of the community.” He continued to say, “I would consider it an honor toserve.” StußonJac Builders The candidate is self-employed as president of StußonJac Quality Builders, Inc., located

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Waste Treatment Plant will successfully produce an acceptable effluent at average flows of 500,000 gallons per day... A first report by "TenEch” Environmental Consultants. Inc., was submitted in September, 1978. Because of the errors and misstatements in this report, I must insist that this letter be placed upon public record. The report should be withdrawn — or amended.” Seven Page Report With his letter, Lessig included a seven page report stating his reasons why TenEch’s report was in error. This report is on file at the town’s clerk-treasurer

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office. Also included were two letters written by the Pollution Control Board of the Indiana Board of Health in March 1976 and James Garland, professional engineer and plant operator and vice president of Stremmel and Hill Company dated May 1978. Lessig called these letters second and third opinions on the treatment plant. TenEch's report was a fourth opinion. In conclusion, Lessig stated, “I trust more care will be used in developing the Phase II and Phase 111 reports so they can be of some use to you.”

- ; / ; r - / p *1 1-/1 ♦-« -iBB ■ ■ ■■ iA t in North Webster. He purchased the firm in 1969 after moving to North Webster. He and his family moved to Syracuse in 1974. His wife, Diana, is employed with Todd Realty. The Walkers have three children: Kevin, 15, a sophomore at Wawasee High School; Bethanie, 14, a freshman at Wawasee High School; and Mark, 13, member of the seventh grade at Syracuse Junior High School. Walker has served many positions in the community. He is a member of the Lakeland Kiwanis Club and has served on the board of directors, as vice president, president-elect and president of that organization. He was chosen the outstanding president of the division and helped start the Wawasee Kiwanis Club and Syracuse Junior High School Builder’s Club. He is a past president of the North Webster Parent Teachers organization. He also served three years as a member of the Boy Scout executive council and as a Cub Scout officer. Walker currently serves on the Lakeland Youth Center board of directors, is a member of the Masonic Lodge at Syracuse and a Junior Master of American Contract Bridge League. He was a Little League coach for seven years. He is a member of the North Webster United Methodist Church and is a certified lay speaker. Both he and his wife have served as youth counselors in the church for five years. He is teaching his third year as Sunday School teacher and is in his fourth term as lay leader. He is also serving as pastor parish committee chairman

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Personalities Not Factor Town Board President John Cripe had a few comments regarding Lessig’s letter. Cripe (Continued on page 2) In Tlia Mnwfe"' 111 InV tw “WJ * ♦- * ■ 'I remember them ... Croria.. .11 Concern shown over dam at Syracuse

Leeland Shores to be sold An agreement has been reached in principal this week for the sale of 70 per cent of Leeland Shores for a reported $170,000. According to developer Jerry Hickman, new ownership will be as follows: Hickman to hold 30 per cent of the stock; J. Homer Shoop, well known North Webster banker, to hold 30 per cent; and Chris Schenkel, ABC sportcaster and popular local figure, to hold 10 per cent. The actual consumation of the purchase from Don Runge is to take place next week, with Runge holding 30 per cent interest. The parcel includes approximately 110 acres of land, a four-unit condominium, a sixroom house on the MilfordSyracuse Road, Lake Rachael and a smaller adjoining lake, together about nine acres. The tract is located between Milford and Syracuse and is bounded by the Milford and Syracuse road on County Road 250 East. Own Camelot Lake At the present time Hickman, Shoop and Schenkel, along with Milford developer and golf course owner Stanley Custer, own Camelot Lake of the Valley, a tract including Camelot Lake, a 40-acre body of water and 114 acngs of land. Six private homes, plus one under construction, are on the south side of the lake. Hickman, Shoop and Schenkel are in the process of buying Custer out, Hickman said. The new group will be made up as follows: Jerry Hickman, president; with directors being J. Homer Shoop, Don Runge and Chris Schenkel, and the corporate name will be Camelot Lake of the Valley, Inc. Hickman said the group plans to develop the tract which will now include both parcels of land and lakes, constructing homes valued at $60,000 and over, around a recreational theme. The newly purchased tract has two tennis courts, built a year ago.

October 25,1978

ML _w i JBOEw ifti mb I BUBjm CANDIDATES ANSWER QUESTIONS — The five candidates for the Lakeland School Board of Trustees answered questions Monday night in a meeting sponsored by the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce. Above, from left to right, are: Thomas J. Pinson, moderator; David L. Carey, running in District One (Tippecanoe Township); Stuart A. Walker, running in District Two (Turkey Creek Township); John Frederick Kroh, running in District Two (Turkey Creek Township) ; Robert L. Morgan, running in District One (Tippecanoe Township); Mrs. Marguerite B. Hoerr, running in District Three (Van Buren and east half of Jefferson Townships); and Robert McNary. Chamber president.

Questions put to candidates

Approximately 100 citizens of the Lakeland School Corporation gathered in the Wawasee High School auditorium Monday night to ask the five candidates for the school board their opinions on certain issues. This meeting was sponsored by the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce. Moderator was Thomas Pinson from North Manchester. Each candidate was first given five minutes to state why he or she was running for the board. The candidates include: David L. Carey, r 2 box 131 North Webster — District One (Tippecanoe Township); John Frederick Kroh, 424 Front St., Syracuse — District Two (Turkey Creek Township); Marguerite B. Hoerr, r 1 box 169 Milford — District Three (Van Buren and east half of Jefferson Townships); Stuart A. Walker. 119 W. E. Long Dr., Syracuse — District Two 'Turkey Creek Township); and Robert L. Morgan, box 71 North Webster — District One (Tippecanoe Township). The following were the questions asked and the responses given. Each question was submitted anonymously in written form. What are your views on capital expenditures? Morgan said, “I think any capital expenditure has to be justified about what the results would be. I don’t think we need to put a lid on

Halloween activities are given Spooks, in the form of youngsters dressed in various costumes, will be invading the greater Lakeland towns next Monday and Tuesday as they participate in supervised activities and in trick or treating. Following is the schedule of events planned by the several communities: Milford The Lions Club, American Legion and Legion Auxiliary are sponsoring a Halloween party in the Milford Junior High School gym starting at 6 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 30. There will be costume judging with prizes. Trick or treating has been set for October 31 fromsto9p.m. North Webster A masquerade parade, spon(Continued on page 2)

W *< o JAMES H. LOGAN American Party

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Political pot boiling — 4-way congressional race sparks interest Leading the Congressional race in the 17th district this election year are incumbent Floyd J. Fithian, Democrat and J. Phillip (Phil)* Oppenheim, Republican. Two other candidates not to be forgotten are William (Bill) Costas, Independent and James H. Logan, American Party. Fithian, who is seeking his third term in Congress, is running on a position of good representation. He said, “Our pattern of service is characterized by a very hard effort to be accessible to4he people when Congress is not in session.” Some of the major issues the Congressman is concerned about in this election are inflation, agriculture and farming, taxes and tax matters and energy. His position on these issues is as follows: (Continued on page 2)

expenditures, but we don’t need to give an open checkbook. ” Kroh commented, "Presently, we can see none.” If a parent approaches you as a school board member with a problem with his child and the school, what steps would you follow ? Carey answered by saying, “I don’t feel that is up to a school board member. Up to the principal and teacher. ” Kroh responded with this statement, “A school board member’s job is to set policy, fiscal responsibility and hire a superintendent. He’s not to run down to a first grade teacher, for an example. It’s not his job.” The other candidates had these comments. Walker said. “I would try to ascertain what steps had already been taken. I would first want to know if they’ve gone to the source of the problem.” Mrs. Hoerr stated, "I would listen and I would suggest they talk to and on up,” while Morgan said, "I would suggest they go to teacher, principal and superintendent first. If they can’t listen to the superintendent, then I feel they have a right to come to the board.” Eighty per cent of the tax dollar is spent for the school. Do you agree with this? What steps would you take to reduce this? "I feel if we are spending that kind of money for education, it would be a good investment,” said Mrs. Hoerr. Walker answered, “It (Continued on page 2)

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