The Mail-Journal, Volume 18, Number 14, Milford, Kosciusko County, 22 April 1981 — Page 2

THE MAIL-JOURNAL—Wed., April 22,1981

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Warsaw Community Schools — Voting results tabulated The tabulated results of votes taken at five meetings throughout the Warsaw Community School Corporation, in an effort to “go to the people.” to reach a consensus of opinion of how to resolve the knotty school situation there, was released early this week The results were given this publication by Don Boggs. Trustee of Plain Township and chairman of an investigative committee, made up principally of township trustees, to research the school problem . . The meetings were as follows: In the Warsaw Middle School on March 26, at Claypools Elementary School on March 31. at Silver Lake s Elementary School on April 2. at Leesburg's Elementary School on April 6. and at Atwood s Elementary School on April 8. In the tabulation below, the results of the vote at the Warsaw Middle School appear on the far left column, while the next column, marked Wayne Township, is the result of a vote taken by Wayne Township residents from ballots placed in various places of business For Plan No. I The result of the vote taken appears to heavily favor plan 1 — 44 per cent, to 17.5 per cent for the compromise plan, and 2 6 per cent for Plan 3 Favoring no action at all were 18 7 per cent of the voters, while 17 3 per cent favored “other" plans Os the 804 votes turned in. 73 per cent do not favor a pool and 83 per cent do not favor a gym The tabulation follows Option Warsaw-Wavne ' Per tent Chamber Wavne Lake Clav Prairie Plata In No (omm Twp Twp Twp. Twp. Tup. Total Favor Voted Um. 24 66 31 56 49 127 353 44% 2im 65 17 32 19 17 141 17.5% 12 3 2 11 2 21 2.6% 804 Do Nothing 1 I 55 31 12 31 /20 150 18 7% Other 9 / 15 16 17 39 43 139 17 3% Pool Yes% No% Pool Yes 73 31 25 1 33 15 30 207 27% 766 Pool No 29 Jl6 81 63 103 167 559 73% (Am Gym Yes 70 15 13 19 6 8 131 17% 761 (Am No 34 133 88 77 112 186 630 83%

Sewer — ' 1 Continued from page 1) feedback It was at this time the vote was taken with the unanimous results i Sam Baumgartner asked ho* I much it would cost the residents of the area He was told each house would have to install its own line from the house to the street and there is a one-time $75 hook-on fee The total cost would be between S4OO and SSOO Mrs Baumgartner asked if there would be a charge if a house were not hooked on the sewer She was told nothing is charged for the first six months, then households pot on the sewer must pay the minimum billing each quarter Currently this is sl2 President Miller stated the next step will be receiving bids Questioned how long it would take, those present were told 3060 days Firsj.advertisements for bids must be placed, then bids must opened and a study made of the bids and the monies available Prior to closing the meeting board members noted the largest concent ration of persons present were from the area south of Forth Street and stated they eventually want to do the entire town. We don t want to drag our feet on this ", Reduce — (Continued from page 1 > can reinstate more." told Arnold According to several class sue

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examples provided, the average classroom will hold 26 to 27 students each, with some classes as large as 28 or 29 at current enrollment figures Some guests requested the to be fifth grade class at Syracuse be carefully reviewed due to unusual remedial problems “This is just a bumping process The board is considering three supervisory position to be reduced We have until May 1 to make these decisions The board will take action on these positions tonight following this public meeting in executive session." said Arnold Mrs Clodfelter asked. “Has the board considered budget cuts on athletics” I've got some children of my own in it and it’s important, but it doesn't touch as many students as some other programs " Arnold stated. “I don't wish to continue on this I feel we re involving people, not subjects ' One guest asked the board how many coaches are currently employed at Wawasee High School Arnold responded he did not know, and would have to check * He added. "We can t wait and see what happens holding out until later We had to make decisions now If enrollment goes back up in a few years we will see Or if class sire increases byfall In these times we can t afford the luxury of many of them (teachers* " Os less concern later in the meeting was a brief question from school board secretary Phil Payne to teacher Michael Neff regarding the Wawasee High School computer programming courses It was explained there are currently 35 students in the high school computer courses, with 7b students projected for next year There are two com puters available at the school

now. with two more to be purchased for next year Arnold explained about the drivers education training program "Last year for summer driver's education $5.4 million was budgeted The state has already told us that if they receive the expected $2 7 million we will get nothing this year and our reimbursement for before was $12,915 “ Hip continued. “In the past we had decisions back by this time of year on monies. The state is telling us they have to wait, so we have to wait too." Resignations were presented Joan Warner is resigning due to retirement, following 24 years of working in the Lakeland School Corporation, which she began at North Webster and then taught in the Wawasee art department The two other resignations were because of students' lack of interest Mary Roberts will discontinue her health careers course and Stan Garbowicz will not be the speech and debating coach Joan Alford was awarded temporary contract for the remainder of the school year m home economics at Wawasee Guest Charles Koser of Syracuse wished to know howmuch money was saved by cutting the summer programs previously funded and offered through the school system Arnold told him that so far. the corporation has saved $54,000 with 1980 level supply cut benefits included One woman requested the board to establish a vacation lime policy for athletes She explained all coaches do not abide by the unwritten corporation ruling that children accompanying their parents on vacations are excused Three were disciplined by one coach Arnold asked her to speak to him following the meetings adjournment. providing him with detaiteat that tune The board approved and accepted bids for classroom and office supplies to be used for the 1981-82 school year The low bids were accepted on all classroom supply items except when past experience demonstrated poor quality on supplies The tractor for North Webster Junior High Schools was pur chased from Milford's Sharp Hardware for $1,833 The 16 horsepower International 582 mower with a 38-inch blade, was badly needed according to business manager George Gilbert

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Approve storm sewer study at Syracuse

By DEB FOX 3 A storm sewer study was approved by the Syracuse Town Board members Tuesday evening during their regular meeting. The storm sewer studywill be made by M. D Wessler and Associates of Indianapolis while the company is working on the infiltration-inflow analysis project The study will cost the town $5,000. William Hess remarked the town is in need of sewer repairs all over and on the south side of the tracks storm sewers are needed. Carl Myrick. board president, was also in favor to go ahead with the study and set up a cumulative sewer fund. Robert Reed, town attorney, will be preparing the necessary papers for establishing such a fund and will leave the amount to be collected blank until the next meeting In figures supplied by the clerk-treasurer's office which stated the town's assessed valuation is $15,020.000 01 the town could raise $1,502 on a one cent levy. $15,020 on a 10 cent levy or $22,530 on a 15 cent levy The board will announce the levy at the next meeting An ordinance will be read at the next meeting establishing a 20mile per hour speed limit through Lmgofelter Park and approval was given for four street lights m Lmgofelter Park Myrick stated the four lights would cost $344 60 per year and the town has already spent $7,981.94 out of the $25,500 electric budget He added he can foresee a 12 per cent increase but feete the town will come out with enough money. The board agreed to extend the contract with Darrell's PDQ sanitation service on the garbage pick up unbl December 31. The original contract would have expired May 1. Reed read a memorandum stating the service would be paid on a month to month basis until the end of the year and $2,396 25 per month will be paid to Darrell s PDQ. which is the current amount Bids will be advertised for during the October or November meeting on next year's contract. Floor Discussion Stan Knisley asked the board if anything can be done about the puddles and road condition of Carroll Street near Dolan Drive He stated after each rain there are large puddles of water and the road has been patched frequently but not resurfaced for about 20 years. The street department was informed to look at the street and bring the recommendation to the board Knisley also asked about the trees behind the old post office which have died or have dead branches which could be a hazard and asked if notificabons could be given concerning BB guns and loose dogs Robert Houser, chief of police, stated in the last two weeks 10 dogs have been picked up and the police are doing what they can Concerning the BB guns there is an ordinance prohibiting the firing of BB guns in the town limits Pat Flanmgan. who is planning to develop a mobile home subdivision at Harrison and Branch Street, asked about the sewer and water lines and what he would

Committees appointed for 1981 Mermaid Festival

The planning committee for this year’s Mermaid Festival met Thursday. April 16, at the Camdot Hall in North Webster General Chairman, Gary Eastlund called the second organizational meeting to order at which 20 people were present The following committees were appointed Queen s committee — Roy Russell, chairman. Sue Mitchell, Lynn Blue. Jeannette Keim Kathy White; Alesia Kiser; Mr

have to do. He also raised the question concerning Branch Street which is only 40-feet wide and if the town would bring the street up to where he will be. The board advised Flannigan a set of plans would need to be given to Pat Ragan, sewer department superintendent, and it will be taken from there He was also told the town is responsible to take care of the street to his property and to see Howard Kyle, street department superintendent. Flannigan is planning to develop 28-33 lots. Joe Gray read a letter from the state Chamber of Commerce concerning bills which are before the state legislature. Included in the bills is one which would set aside $1 million dollars in a rural development fund to open areas for industrial, use He added this is a 50 per cent grant and if the town was interested he has people in the private sector who would put up the difference Gray stated there are 24-acres in the city limits on the north side of Turkey Creek, near the sewer plant, which are zoned industrial but are not accessible and he would like the town to consider applying for the grant and offered the help of the local development company He added all eligible towns will be notified when the money is available. Reed Explains Freeze Reed explained the freeze on the town's money to board members. The freeze was extended following the ruling between Syracuse Rubber Company and the Town of Syracuse. Reed explained the rubber company filed a claim against the town's bank account in the total amoimt of $104,954 for payment of the town hall and that amount has been frozen He stated this did not mean the rubber company could walk in and take it and added the proceedings supplemental has been set and the bank is obligated to hold the funds "Initially the freeze was imposed on the town's checking account and after talking with their attorney, he indicated they didn't want to restrict the checking account to obstruct obligations " After checking with the clerktreasurer's office Reed found the town had approximately $272,000 in certificates of deposit and Reed was able to transfer the restrictions on the CDs allowing the town to have unrestricted use on the checking account. He remarked the bonds will be sold within 30 days. Before the court date of June 9 he expects the bonds sold and everything taken care of He added the rubber company doesn't really wish to impose due hardships on the town, but would like its money. Department Reports Kenny Johnson, fire chief, was given permission to have a service man from Hoosier Fire Equipment come to the station and take care of the preventative maintenance on the two new pumpers and the tanker at the cost of $325. He added the two new trucks are over a year old and out of warranty. Houser's request to finish the pistol range was tabled until the board could see if funds could be divided into several accounts.

and Mrs Dutch Mullett. Sandy Mullett; Mr and Mrs Gene Whitacre; Mr and Mrs Charles Packer; Mrs William iLunetta’ Metcalf Band contest — Arden Walgamuth. Don Mort. John Kroh. Jon Sroufe Chicken barbeque — Rev and Mrs Rex Lindemood. Mr and Mrs Paul Royer. Mr and Mrs. Herb Tolliver. Mr and Mrs Earl Roberts. Mr. and Mrs t Don Harns. Mr and Mrs Don \’lort. Mr and Mrs. Curtis Shock. Mr. and Mrs Bill Metcalf. Mr and Mrs Gene Whitacre. Mr and Mrs Dutch Mullett. Mr and Mrs Arnold Culver. Eve Payne Garden tractor pull — Jim Miller. Roy Russell Treasure hunts and greased pole contests — Phil Payne Cutie contest and parade — Rosie Mort. Chairman: Bob Bosstick; Suzanne Shock; Lady Lions Hospitality — Mr and Mrs.

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Houser stated a citizen has donated the dirt needed and several local contractors have donated the time to haul the dirt required but requested payment for the fuel used. This cost would be $543.25. Myrick had several questions for Houser concerning the monthly police report. One question was why the mileage on the police cars has taken an increase over last year and past months and why the reserve officers worked a large amount of hours. Houser only replied concerning the hours of reserve officers He stated the reserve officers are called out on special instances. such as an open door in a large building and they hare worked while a regular officer is on vacation or off work. Myrick stated the point he was getting at was the town no longer has a fiveman force, it is close to a six-man force since the reserve officers are called out all the time. “The reserve officers are getting in a lot of hours. I thought they were used in case of emergencies.” commented Myrick. A lengthy discussion ensued w-hen .Alan Kitson. president of the park board, asked if an outside contractor could be hired, at the cost of $250. to vacuum the four parks He stated he feete it is a good service and makes it easier in mowing if all the leaves and sticks are cleaned up and strongly encouraged the board to approve the request. Myrick commented he couldn’t see hiring a person to do this when it was in the budget to pay the street department to take care of the parks. Kitson replied the street department didn't have the equipment to do this and it would make it easier for them in the summer and Hess stated the street department didn’t have time to rake the parks Discussion was held concerning money which had been returned by the park board out of its budget last year, which board members stated was used up by the park board. Kitson stated he felt a statement made by Hess saying the departments appropriate so much money to get things done, then what’s left is spent on whatever is wanted, was an insult of accusing the park board of spending money wildly. The final outcome of the discussion was the town would check into investing into equipment to clean up the town parks adequately and other areas of the town property and to get back in touch with Kitson on Thursday Other Business The board turned down an offer to employ high school students through the CETA program because of past experience they have had with supervision At the next meeting Hess will present a list of the streets which the department feels needs to be fixed in the near future The board will be deciding which streets need to be given top priority Also included in the list will be the uptown parking lot which Hess was given a figure of $6,000 to repair Myrick reminded board members the parking meter money was set aside for parking lots and upkeep and could be used on the project.

Larry Kinsey. Mr and Mrs. Jack Knotts General chairman — GaryEast hind Treasurer — Don Mort Pony Pull — Gene Whitacre Merchant's building — Charles Packer. Earl Roberts. RoyRussell. Bob Blue. Suzanne Shock Secretary — Barbara Eastlund Publicity — Suzanne J Shock Roy Russseil. queen's committee chairman, has called a meeting of his committee for Monday. April 20. to be held at the Flower Shop on State Road 13 South at 7 p m Anyone interested in helping is welcome to attend Festival secretary Barbara Eastlund announced the deadline for all contest entries is June 6, with the exception of the Cutie Contest Entry deadline for the Cutie Contest is June 16 Entries for all contests are available at Mermaid Festival headquarters For information write. Mermaid Festival Headquarters. P.O. Box 11. North Webster. Ind. 46555

Myrick reminded board members of the special meeting Tuesday evening. April 28. at which time there will be three cable television companies presenting the proposals for the town. The meeting will be at 7:30 p.m. in the town hall. During the approval of claims

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SPRING TULIPS — With the abundance of rain and warm weather residents have noticed flowers popping up. greener lawns and the budding of trees. This photo was taken along Medusa Court in Syracuse on one of those warm sunny days. (Photo by Deb Fox)

HOME IMPROVEMENT. SAFETY AND ECONOMY

Flogger. gimlet", mattock, riffler, scorp and spanner. 'Titanic' is program for Lions The Milford Lions met Monday April 20. The dinner meeting was attended by 21 members and the guest speaker Robert Cline, Sr., of Huntington Cline, who constructs models of ships and boats for competition in various trade shows throughout the country, displayed two models, one of the Titanic he had constructed to scale from copies of the original blue prints from England used for the vessel. The model was accurate to every detail including moving parts such as pumbs. engines, people and even smoke This particular award winning model which took over three yeas to construct, will be donated to the Smithsonian Institute in Washington. D C The second model of anothe- ship will be given to the U.S. Coast Guard Academy Museum His presentation was complete with sound and a model of an iceburg that caused the original ship to sink killing all but 750 of the 15.000 people aboard Cline stated the reason so few survived was due to the fact the people were not prepared for any disasters and had been told the vessel was unsinkable The original ship is now believed to be under two and one half miles of ocean and plans are being made by a private individual to salvage the wreckage at a cost of around 25 million dollars In terms of salvagable parts the vessel is only worth between seven and eight million dollars. During the business meeting plans for the Lions booth at the Mermaid Festival were discussed The next meeting will be Monday. May 4. at 7 p.m. It will be a dinner meeting and will be at Harper’s at Dewart Lake.

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Myrick made a recommendation the board not pay Stannard Power Equipment Company $1.502.23, for the repair on the two pumps in Lingofelter Park since it was the board’s understanding the pumps were still under warranty. Reed will be taking care of the matter.

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