The Mail-Journal, Volume 20, Number 45, Milford, Kosciusko County, 23 November 1983 — Page 2

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL - Wed., November 23,1983

100 attend meeting on Tippecanoe River concern

By GAIL WIDMOYER Staff Writer More than 100 concerned citizens filled the Warsaw Pavilion Tuesday night for the public meeting and discussion on a proposed plan for clearing a segment of the Tippecanoe River, from the outlet of Lake Tippecanoe to an area approximately two miles downstream from the river’s crossing at old US 30. State and local officials including: Senator John Augsburger (R-Syracuse); Representative Thames Mauzy (R-Warsaw); Jim Ridenour, director of the Department of Natural Resources; Tom Hamilton and Dr. James Bohlin, members of the Kosciusko County Flood Control Task Force; Mayor Mike Hodges; and county commissioners Fred Gilliam and Charles Lynch were also present for the two-hour meeting. Before introducing George M. Palmiter, consultant on the project, Ridenour explained to the property owners why work on the river hasn’t begun. “Be aware that funds appropriated for such projects are not available until July 1 of the following year,” Ridenour said referring to the 1983 fiscal year. Funds must then be appropriated for consultation and the actual construction work. No money can be allotted until the construction is approved by a legislative committee. Both consultant and construction contracts must be administered by the Department of Administration on the state level and the entire project was not officaly approved until last Thursday, Nov. 17. The bill still has to go before the governor for his signature, which may have already been done, noted Ridenour. Main Reason For Meeting “The main reason for this meeting is to give you an explanation of the project,” Ridenour said as he introduced Palmiter. Palmiter, widely known for this environmentally sensitive river clearing techniques, presented a series of slides illustrating previous revitalization work and explained how he would solve some of the problems in the Tippy River. While Palmiter plans to trim branches, pull trees and top others, he “insists on the necessity of having trees and wooded banks” to help prevent erosion, a major problem in some areas of the river. In his straightforward manner, Palmiter told residents his work plans were “made in such a manner” to prevent confusion. “I use a legend of symbols to show what we’re going to do. The plans are a permanent record for property owners and I encourage and want them to keep the plans for their records.” W.O. Cox, Oswego, opened the question session by asking Palmiter if he had any intent to divert water from present chan-

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nels to new channels. Palmiter assured Cox there would be no new channels made and he would concentrate on forming one good channel in the case where fallen trees and debris have produced double and in some cases, triple channels. Palmiter also told Cox debris gathered from one side of the river would be placed on the other side to protect the bank and bring back the river’s contour. Residents'who are south of Atwood and Etna Green, near the Marshall County line, were concerned that opening the river upstream would flood their areas. Palmiter told those residents, “You’re going to get (the water) anyway,” but as the river is opened and begins to flow faster, it will get rid of the soggy farm land conditions and allow farmers to get to their “rich, fertile land” earlier. Another resident was concerned about the effect on his recreation. “What’s that gonna do to my fishin’?” Palmiter assured the fisherman his project is being watched closely by Federal Fish and Wildlife biologists and he has ho intentions of harming" the fishing. Ridenour confirmed Palmiter’s practices by saying his department is convinced that Palmiter’s projects are “environmentally sound.” Battle In Indianapolis Discussion turned from Palmiter’s work to the actual project and why it was going to be different than the original proposal. “The project got changed since what was stated here last

Two from area named to 'Crime Stoppers' committee

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Record snows in past Novembers Goshen College Weather Observer Lores Steury reports that volumes of early snow falls can really really mount up. In fact, by the end of November snow falls have measured up to 11 inches, which was the case on November 29,1950. Steury related these record breaking early snow statistics: The earliest recorded trace of snow fell on September 25,1942 , the earliest measurable snow fell on September 26, 1942; the deepest first snow fall in a winter season was recorded as 3.8 inches on October 23,1917; the most snow recorded in October was 8.6 in 1962; and the earliest deep winter snow fall was recorded at 6.5 inches on November 6,1951. Steury also stated that according to the 68 years of weather related records kept by Goshen College some snow fall has occured every day after October 18.

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Dr. Bohlin told the group original plans were to clear the river from the Marshall County line north to the dam, but when representatives got to Indianapolis, “The money simply was not there.” For those who were concerned the project would “relieve the pressure off a few and put it on many,” Hamilton explained, “We aren’t causing problems for anyone else, or I wouldn’t favor (the project).” Senator Augsburger further explained the Tippy River project was just one line in a 40 or 50 page bill which totaled approximately $8.2 billion. “I feel fortunate we got the money we did,” Augsburger commented. “We nearly lost it,” added Mauzy. Both legislators have committed themselves to controlling problems in their districts by working further with the river project. The county commissioners must now secure temporary easements from property owners for a two-year period. “They are not permanent and I hope the process goes rapidly,” encouraged Ridenour. A total of eight easements were secured as a result of last night’s meeting, pleasing commissioners, Hamilton informed this morning. Before the first four weeks of work can begin, Palmiter's design must be translated into a bidable project. Work is estimated to begin the first of the year with Palmiter as supervisor for the actual construction.

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lx 1 1 B A. ■V * 1 HOPE FOR CHRISTMAS SEALS - Bob Hope, center, is shown with Laura Woodka and Syron Hoffman, accepting the 1983 Christmas Seal Scarf for his wife. Dolores, from the American Lung Associa-tion-North Central Indiana. The North Central Lung Association, a local radio station and Concord Mall will combine forces November 25 through December 26 for the “WTRC Christmas Seal Tree” project to raise money for the lung association's fight against lung disease. Members of clubs and organizations from Elkhart, Kosciusko, Marshall and Saint Joseph Counties are donating their time to man the booth, asking shoppers to make donations and hang snowmen on the tree.

State to get ssl million for basic job training

WASHINGTON, DC. - Indiana will receive $38,397,842 from the U.S. Department of Labor for basic job training programs for the economically disadvantaged for the nine month period ending June 30, 1984, Senator Dan Quayle (R-Ind.) announced today. In addition, for the same period, the state will get $2,199,935 for the retraining of dislocated workers and $11,042,975 for state employment service activities, the Hoosier Senator reported. The funds are Indiana’s share of monies appropriated for programs under the Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA) for the first 9 months of fiscal year 1984, explained Quayle, who chairs the Senate Labor Subcommittee on Employment and Productivity. JTPA, a new nationwide job training program that was originally sponsored by QuayUin the Senate, went into effect on October 1. JTPA takes a new approach to the problem of unemployment by teaming up state and local government, business and industry to provide much-needed training for economically disadvantaged workers, such as single mothers

Garbage bids let at Syracuse

By a vote of 3-2, the Syracuse Town Board, in a special meeting last night, awarded Clevenger Disposal Inc. the town garbage removal contract for 1984. The Pierceton firm was low bidder on the contract with a oneyear figure of $28,499.40, nearly $3,500 less than the next bidder. Board members William Hess and Joe Morganthaler expressed some concern as to whether or not the young company would be able to provide adequate services. Hess asked if Clevenger had enough equipment to fulfill the terms of the contract. “We are a young company with two trucks and we are in the process of obtaining a third,” replied co-owner Jo Clevenger. “I have backing from my bank to purchase extra equipment if that is what is needed.” Morganthaler replied that those conditions are “fine, but we have to get the job done.” “We would really try to do a good job for the town,” Clevenger said. “I feel we can do the job if we get the chance.” After some further discussion, Morganthaler indicated that he was ready to accept Clevenger's bid. “I am all for the low bid if the job can be done right,” he said. “I see no reason not to accept the low bid,” added board president Carl Myrick. Voting for the bid were Jim Hughes, Morganthaler and Myrick. Hess and Steve Butt voted against acceptance of the

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and school dropouts, and retraining the job search assistance for the structurally unemployed. The job training funds for Indiana were included in the fiscal year 1984 Labor Department appropriation bill, which President Reagan signed into law on October 31. The funding levels for Indiana’s job training programs for the period July 1, 1984 through June 30,1985, are to be announced in the near future, Quayle said. Under provisions of JTPA, Indiana’s job training monies go to Governor Bob Orr, who is responsible for their distribution across the state. The Indiana Job Training Coordination Council is in place to assist Governor Orr oversee administration of JTPA, and plans for job training programs devised by local elected officials and representatives of business and industry for each of Indiana’s 17 service delivery areas have been approved. “I will continue to closely monitor the JTPA program to see that Indiana leads the way in its successful implementation toward the retraining and re-employed of dislocated workers in our state,” Quayle concluded.

bid. Clevenger Disposal presently serves some commercial properties in the town of Pierceton. Prior to this, the company provided garbage removal service for the town of Claypool. The company has been in operation for approximately two years. The board held an executive session following last night’s meeting. The next regularly scheduled meeting is December 20 at 7:30 p.m. Dispatchers busy during October The Syracuse Dispatcher’s reported a busy time during the month of October. Os 1,624 calls handled, 1,216 were directed towards the police department for town calls and 139 police calls where for the township. The fire department received a total of 109 phone calls in the township and 88 in town. The Syracuse Street Department recieved 72 calls, while there were 450 courtesiwa extended by the dispatchers. CLERK’S OFFICE TO BE CLOSED FRIDAY The Syracuse clerktreasurer’s office, located in the town hail, will be closed on Thursday and Friday in observance of Thanksgiving.

Training of police officers topic of North Webster board meeting

By DEB PATTERSON

A request from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy, Plainfield, to have only one North Webster police officer continue training was the main topic at a special meeting of the North Webster Town Board Tuesday evening. After delaying the public meeting for 51 minutes, the town board announced Marshal Greg Nance requested he discontinue his training and return to active duty. Marshal Nance and Patrolwoman Judy Coleman have been attending the police academy. Academy officials reported both officers are good students but felt it was a conflict to have two students from the same department attending at the same time. Robert Breyer, board member, stated that one of the officers was appointed a squad leader while at the academy, but not in supervision of the other. Patrolwoman Coleman will continue at the academy until December 23 and Marshal Nance was granted permission, from the academy, to finish the remaining four weeks of training in March. Other Business The board received a letter from Triax, cable television com-

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pany for the town, giving the construction progress. Eric Olsen, general manager of the company, wrote the aerial construction has begun and approximately one-half of the town has had the strand attached to utility poles. The task of lashing cables to that strand began this week. Olsen's letter stated the delays have been caused by the utility companies. Northern Indiana Public Service Company has almost completed the make-ready work, allowing the cable company to build the system. Burial of underground cables to North Webster has been completed with the remainder of the underground work in the North Webster area to be completed in several week. One earth station is assembled and the installation of equipment within the building is near completion. Olsen stated no unforeseen delays are expected and, if none are encountered, the connection of subscribers will begin in mid-December. Concerning the question of activation of the community channel by the board, Olsen remarked the channel is provided for in the franchise and the company will address the details after the system’s activation is accomplished. Olsen, or a representative, is expected to attend the December 7 meeting. Revenue Sharing Breyer stated the town had approved $2,500 in revenue sharing money to be used by the police department for equipment, however, approximately S9OO of that money was channeled different due to police car repairs and the need for winter uniforms. Breyer requested the remaining amount, totaling approximately $1,300 be used to purchase three stainless steel Smith and Wesson revolvers and two rifles. This was approved. Board members asked Breyer and police officers present,

“Where do you stand on police equipment?” Breyer remarked there will always be something the department would like to have, but currently the police are "comfortable with what they have.” Marshal Nance remarked the equipment now being used is “hanging in” and will eventually need a face lift. In other business a letter from Marshal Nance to Psi lota XI and Mrs. Robert Breyer was read stating the police department’s appreciation for the SIOO donation. The donation is to be used in furthering the education of police officers. Nance and the street department supervisor, Harry Minnick, will be making a survey of the street lighting in town to see what can be done concerning reduced lighting and to see if there are any problems with street lighting. It was mentioned that NIPSCo would charge the town for a similar survey. Board member Larry Keim will be checking with Minnick to see if the Christmas decorations are on a timer so a decision can be made on what hours these will be lighted and the dates. The town board will meet for its last regular meeting of the year on Wednesday, Dec. 7, at 7 p.m. Fence damaged at Dana Corp. Dana Corporation, Railroad Ave., Syracuse, notified Syracuse Police at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, when it was noticed 22 feet of chain link fence and two support posts and a top rail were damaged. According tq the report by Syracuse Police Officer William Selvey, the hit and run mishap occurred during the evening of November 18 or early morning November 19. The unknown vehicle went off the south edge of Railroad Avenue and struck the fence.