The Mail-Journal, Volume 21, Number 31, Milford, Kosciusko County, 15 August 1984 — Page 2

THE MAIL-JOURNAL - Wed.. August 15.1984

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fl a ft CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION — Robert Troutman, president of the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, presented a certificate of appreciation to the Siper Axle Division of the Dana Corporation on Friday, Aug. 10. The certificate was given for the improvement in landscaping at the Syracuse plant and for Dana's continued interest in the economic development and growth in the community. Shown above are Dick Rice, general manager of Dana's Syracuse plant: Troutman: and Tony Gammiere, facilities engineer. ( Photo by ( 01. Joe Gray >

MAD sets dates for BBQ, letters on building replaced

By CATHY BRILL Staff Writer Members of the Milford Area Development Council met Saturday, Aug. 11, in the Milford Community Building for their regular meeting. Among topics discussed were a fund-raising project for the month of September, and the new letters recently installed on the face of the community building. MAD treasurer Don Arnold reported a July beginning balance of $951 .31. The July ending balance was reported as $517.67. Deposits for the month totaled S7O, and expenses for the month were $503.70. Arnold also reported new letters had been installed on the front of the community building. The expense involved in the purchase of new letters will not be known until the bill is received

NIPSCO pleased with PSl's decrease approval

Edmund A. Schroer, Northern Indiana Public Service Company chairman and chief executive officer, said Thursday, Aug 9, that the utility is pleased that the Public Service Commission of Indiana has approved the settlement agreement proposed by NIPSCO and accepted last week by several large industrial customers, the State’s Utility Consumer Counselor and others which will result in an immediate electric rate decrease of approximately $10.4 million annually for all NIPSCO customers. “The agreement results from concessions NIPSCO offered and filed with the Public Service Commission of Indiana on July 11,” Schroer said “Negotiations that led to the agreement were arduous, but well worth the effort in that they will materially benefit all of our customers “We recognize the serious economic problems confronting industry in our service area and their effect on all our customers." he said. “We are making these real and mean-ingfu-1 concessions to demonstrate our concern for our customers, to provide some stability in energy prices and supply in our service area, and to help promote economic development in northern Indiana." The terms of the agreement approved by the commission include: NIPSCO agreed to reduce the requested rate treatment of R. M. Schahfer Unit 17 by $55 million, resulting in an immediate electric rate decrease of $10.4 million annually. Unit 17 began commercial operation in April 1983, and was placed in the rate base in an electric rate order of the Commission in August 1983. NIPSCO agreed to limit at a level of $482.5 million the amount to be requested for Unit 18, a 344-megawatt coal-fired generating unit under construction at the utility’s R. M. Schahfer Generating Station site in Jasper County. The industrial intervenors have agreed not to challenge the inclusion of Unit 18 in NIPSCO’s rate base when it is completed in 1986. NIPSCO will not request an increase in retail base electric or gas rates which would become effective prior to June 1986. NIPSCO will agree to transport certain amounts of natural gas volumes on behalf of its large industrial customers. In addition to the Utility Consumer Counselor, others who agreed to the settlement were American Maize Products Company, Bethlehem Steel Corpora tion, Citizens Action Coalition,

and insurance coverage can be evaluated. The purchase of new letters became necessary when vandals stole several letters from the face of the community building in June. A carry-out chicken barbecue was selected as the pre-winter-season fund-raising project for MAD The date for the barbecue was set as Sunday, Sept 16, from 11 a m until all 500 chicken halves are sold It was mentioned that the Lions Club will be holding its annual auction. Proceeds from the auction will be donated to MAD and the Booster Club The auction is slated for Saturday, Sept. 8. Items may be donated to the auction or taken by the Lions on 10 percent consignment, and space will be available at the auction for flea market booths. The maintenance committee mentioned that two florescent

Concerned NIPSCO-ArFa Legislators, Dalton Foundries, Inc., Inland Steel Company, Jones and Laughlin Steel Company. National Steel Corporation, Union Carbide Corporation. U.S. Steel Corporation, and the cities of Fort Wayne and Gary NIPSCO has submitted a schedule of rates for PSC approval which reflects the decrease in electric revenues and

Mid-August weather report A mid-August weather report on our summer weather up to now. comes to us from Lores Steury. Goshen College Weather observer August of 1983 saw 20 days at 90 degrees plus, while August of 1984 we’ve only had seven days at plus 90 degrees. The warmest temperature in August last year was 97 degrees on threedifferent days — this year July 10 was the warmest with 92 degrees. Precipitation for June. July and up to August 11, measured 6.51 inches The-same period last year was 7 43 inches.

Retail meeting facts wrong

Following the publication of last week s article on the Syracuse-Wawasee Retail Merchants’ meeting, it was noted four facts listed in the column were incorrect. The town board did give permission to block the street for sidewalk days, however, the plans didn’t develop and the request was dropped retail merchants. President Jim Evans said there was a need for the retail merchants to begin working on lining up activities sooner. Evans also said he was quoted wrong in talking about obtaining money from the chamber of commerce. He said, “We needed to get the support of the merchants and not to expect the Chamber to foot the bill for the advertising.” Last week's article noted the retail merchants said they would support the Winter Carnival but would not be in charge. The article noted in the past they had operated the carnival, but two

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lights needed replaced. It was decided to consult a professional plumber to do whatever work will be necessary to correct the plumbing problem in the women’s restroom. MAD president Marcy Haab stated that she may attend a meeting of the Greater Warsaw Chamber of Commerce to determine the feasability of MAD’s membership. She mentioned that someone fill the vice presidential post recently vacated by Paris Miller is still being sought, and the slower than anticipated progress on the Milford brochures project. Thank yous from Dr. and Mrs. Stryker, Dr. Rheinheimer and Campbell’s Market were read. The next meeting of the Milford Area Development Council will be held Saturday, Sept. 8, at 9 a m. in the Milford Community Building.

sets forth the lowered electric rates for each customer classification. Under the new rates, which will become effective upon commission approval, a NIPSCO customer using 500 kilowat-hours of electricity a month could see a reduction of 63 cents a month. A NIPSCO 1000-kilowatt-hour-a---month customer's bill could be reduced by $1.16 a month.

years ago decided not to continue the task. Evans said the retail merchants operated the first carnival six years ago and then turned it over to the chamber of commerce. It has been run by the chamber since that time. The final paragraphs of last week's article left some confused on when and where the retail merchants will meet. They have never met on Thursday, said Evans. They will continue to meet on Monday evening and Tuesday morning, alternating. Tentative plans call for the evening meetings to be moved to the Beacon. Morning meetings will continue to be held at the State Bank of Syracuse. TV and profit Television stations owned directly by the three major commercial networks enjoyed profit margins of at least 30 percent last year, according to a broadcast industry trade publication.

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Complaint calls keep Syracuse police busy Syracuse police investigated a number of complaints during the past week. Police received a complaint x Sunday, Aug. 5, from Trinda ■ Wagner, Pickwick Drive, Syracuse, over the fact that juveniles have been misusing her house. It was also reported that three juveniles were questioned by police and later released to their parents. A Tuesday, Aug. 7, complaint by Layne McCabe, Syracuse, was checked out by local police authorities. According to the report, a couple of boys have been harrassing residents at the McCabe home on Pickwick Road. No other information was given concerning the problem. C. J. Tranter issued a complaint call to Syracuse police Thursday, Aug. 9, at 8:34 p.m. According to reports, someone stole Tranter’s 14-foot Sea Nymph boat. Value of the boat was estimated at S2OO. Julie Toubert reported a stolen wallet to police Friday, Aug. 10, at 7:48 a m. Twenty dollars andsome miscellaneous papers were inside the wallet at the time of the potential theft. In a similiar incident, Ilya Pikas, Syracuse, reported to. police Thursday, Aug. 10, that his wallet was either stolen or missing. He was climbing on some equipment at the time of the wallet’s disappearance. Around SIOO and some credit cards were in the wallet. And, Hibschman Motors, 631 S. Huntington Street, Syracuse, reported that someone stole six light bulbs from the front of the dealers display sign. Value of the bulbs was estimated at $5. BZA tables Camp Mack's petition (Continued from page 1) to negotiate. “It was not an unfair decision,” said Ball of the BZA’s action. “It was done to get more details on exactly what we’re doing.” When asked what he hopes will come of the meeting between himself and property owners, Ball said, “We, as a camp, would just desire to continue our ministry here. We’re spreading out a little bit, and we’re just using the wildlife are we developed. We do not intend to create any unpleasant scenery for the neighbors.” No meeting time between Ball and the property owners has been set. Stath did not wish to elaborate on the recent developments, but said they would abide by the board’s decision and will do whatever they have to to resolve the situation. True The mystery is why strikes can’t be settled as easily before losing millions as they do after taking the loss. Times, Richmond, Va.

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Work halted on crossings at Milford, phm to be studied

By MARK WEINSTEIN Staff Writer Several topics were discussed at Tuesday’s Milford Town Board meeting, but the main concern centered around Conrad's installing of safety equipment at the Catherine Street crossing. At the present moment, Conrail has halted work at the crossing until the state inspector grants approval to proceed. Bill Knowles, water and street superintendent, informed the board that the Conrail crew has put on hold the completion of that particular crossing. The problem comes from Indiana’s state inspector, who, after looking over the installation plans, felt it should possibly be done differently. Knowles added that much of the problem involves the alley way behind the merchant buildings east of Main Street. The inspector thought there could be a potential hazzard if the alley continued to be in operation, unless alternate options were developed. In other business, Duane Buffer, an attorney representing Warsaw’s Franklin I. Saemann Foundation, asked the board to vacate the alley between East and James Streets, Milford, and parallel with Smith and Williams Streets The purpose of the request was so the foundation could put in for some duplex buildings. “The Franklin I. Saemann Foundation is the owner of all the real estate which surrounds and abuts this alley way and this alley way is not necessary for the growth of this municipality,” said Huffer before the board. “The alley has never been open and is unpaved and it cannot be seen from the naked eye. Because of this, we ask that the alley way be vacated so we can build six duplex buildings now, and possibly four later.” The board had no problems with the request of the Saemann Foundation and granted the vacating of the alley. The alley has never been used, but is presently partially covered by the American Industries building at the east end of Milford. Della Baumgertner, after a one-meeting absence, returned to the public meeting to find out what has happened in the Ron Davidhizar and Dick Widup situations. “I haven’t been here since (June, and when I left we asked Mr. Kirsch to write Mr. Davidhizar a letter. Now it is August and I want to know what has been done, and what is going to be done,” said Mrs. Baumgartner. “I wrote Mr. Davidhizar and received no response from him,” said Kirsch. “I talked with Mr. Doty last night and felt he would be here this evening. I discussed with him the possibility of filing a complaint with the Kosciusko County Superior Court. Assuming the board wants me to do that, I will.” The board, without any reservation, asked Kirsch to follow up with the legal action against Davidhizar. Davidhizar, who was not at the monthly meeting, was unavailable for comment Wednesday morning. The Davidhizar problem stems from an order by Milford’s Building Commissioner Harry Doty and Dr. T.A. Miller, building inspector, that the landlord has failed to comply with. Over six months ago the building department ordered Davidhizar to repair the house on the corner of Fourth and Schafer Street, Milford. Since then,, nothing has been accomplished by Davidhizar. Instead, the house has deteriorated to where it is unliveable. In a similiar situation, the board decided to have Doty begin proceeding against property owned by Dick Widup. A complete inspection is to be done within the week by Doty to see if Widup’s house is in compliance with Milford Junction’s unsafe building act. The request for Doty to inspect Widups’ house was made, despite Doty’s absence at the meeting. A complete report was ask to be given at the next regularly scheduled meeting. Meeting Date Changed In other action taken by the board, a proposal to switch the town board meeting to the second Monday of the month was unanimously approved. Reason-

ing for the switch was due to conflicts of interest among the members. The board also decided "to survey those residents not hooked up to the town’s sewer system and then send them letters concerning hookup procedures. A list of names will be compiled by Knowles and Clerk-Treasurer Monica Bice before the September 10 meeting. Letters will be sent out the following day. A search for a new park board member was discussed. Kirsch pointed out that the board must be a mixture of Republicans and Democrats. A few names were mentioned, but no appointments were made. Town Board President Jean Treesh brought up an interesting topic concerning garage sales in Milford. She reported that there are people in town who have had a garage sale continually throughout the summer. A proposal to allow only one or two garage sales a year, with a limited time span of five days was suggested. No final decision was made, but the board will continue to look into the matter. Joy Hostetler went before the board seeking the blocking of one-half block on Maple Street, south of Emeline in Milford. A public auction will be held on Maple Street on September 3. The board approved the request, and the portion of Maple Street will be blocked off for the entire day. In other action, it was reported that Thursday, Aug. 16, is the last day for the SPEDY program in Milford. “I think the kids in the program did an outstanding job,” said Knowles, who was in charge of the local program. “They did everything that was asked of them and had a great attitude.” Knowles also mentioned that the sewer project near the Winding Creek Apartments was nearing its completion. The only remaining job for Knowles’ crew is to fill in some limestone to the area where work was done. The water and street superintendent also noted that Milford will soon be investigated by a group from ISO Commercial Service, Indianapolis. This organization rates towns throughout the state on a scale of 1-9. Milford, at the last rating in 1969, was given an eight figure. No exact date to the rating was provided by the Indianapolis firm, but Knowles said it could be anyday. The rating is one way insurance plans for towns are determined. “If Milford hasn’t been rated since 1969, then there’s a good chance that your insurance rates could decrease,” said Kirsch. “By going from an eight to a six would change your rates. All you can do is wait and see what happens. As the meeting closed, the board unanimously decided to install a street light in the vacinity of George Lehman’s residence north of town. Prices for the installation will be looked into, and the light should be installed soon. Two special town board meetings will be held the next two weeks. A public hearing for the new budget will take place at 7:30 p.m., Monday, Aug. 20, with the adoption of the budget the following Monday, also at 7:30.

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///h* APPRECIATE EXPANSION — Robert Troutman, president of the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, is shown presenting a letter of appreciation to Duane Gardiner of DAGCO for the expansion and new structure in the Syracuse-Wawasee area. Gardiner said that the new building will afford him more room and will make it possible for him to upgrade his service to the community. Troutman and Gardiner are shown at the site of the new building on CR 300E. (Photo by Col. Joe Gray)

Approve $4 million budget for Lakeland School Corp.

(Continued from page 1) • Heard a report on the food service program from Diane Kennedy, corporation food service director. Mrs. Kennedy informed the board that she plans to implement a nutrition education program in the corporation during the upcoming school year. This will include visits to elementary classrooms and serving more nutritious meals at the high school cafeteria. She also noted that she hopes to increase student participation in the food service program, especially at the high school level. In 1983-84, participation

$3.18 rate — No taxpayers at Syracuse hearing

(Continued from page 1) $737,751. Os this amount, $547,530 is the estimate of fund monies to be raised through taxes. The net tax rate is $3.18. Present for the meeting were Carl Myrick, president; William Hess, Steve Butt and James Hughes. Joe Morganthaler was absent. Hess made the motion to approve the budget as stated and Butt seconded the motion. Carl Myrick cast the only dissenting vote, stating he thought the budget was still too high. At next week’s regular monthly meeting on Aug. 21, the budget will formally be adopted and an ordinance will be prepared by the board. Then, the budget must be approved by the state.

rates were 75-80 percent for elementary students, 75 percent for junior high students and 60-65 percent for high school students. Other plans for the upcoming school year include the formation of a Youth Advisory Council to help the food service staff better meet student needs and the installation of a salad bar at the high school. • Approved the expenditure of $47,000 from the general fund for the purchase of additional equipment. The next regularly scheduled board meeting is Tuesday, Sept. 11, at 7 p.m. in the corporation offices, Syracuse.

Also at next week's meeting, Joe Dock, street, water, and wastewater commissioner, will present the final details of the sump pump program for Syracuse. Dock meets in Indianapolis with the State Board of Health for its approval before this meeting. The board must finalize the program and give him the authority to hire employees before it may continue. James Hughes was appointed to contact Jerry Firestone of James and Associates, Fort Wayne, to discuss possible alternatives for the new town hall and get that endeavor started again. James and Associates is the architectural firm helping with the project. Hughes will report his findings at the regular meeting.