The Mail-Journal, Volume 29, Number 6, Milford, Kosciusko County, 21 March 1990 — Page 2

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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., March 21,1990

North Webster Town Council prepares for Mermaid Festival

I By MITCHELL STINSON Staff Writer

The Mermaid Festival is months away but the festival planning process got underway at the North Webster Town Council meeting last Wednesday, March 14. The council passed a motion to permit closure of the appropriate streets for the festival parade on June 30 and the cutie contest on June 27. The festival is scheduled to run from June 25-30. “We figure it might take an hour-and-a-half to two hours for the parade,” said Mermaid Festival chairman Dick Runyan. In addition to the parade permits, Runyan also received permission to place a festival banner across Main Street for the big event. A permit wasn't needed for the cutie contest last year because the event didn't last long enough. But organizers think the

Voters beware — New boundaries may change where you cast ballot

Maps outlining new boundaries for precincts within Kosciusko County were unveiled last week and those residents who will experience changes, can expect a letter from county clerk Jeanne Weirick in the coming weeks. Approximately 25 areas saw changes, with Lake, Monroe. Scott and Seward being the only townships without changes. While precincts in the Warsaw area were last changed in 1982, Weirick noted that other precincts “have been that way for quite some time.” New state requirements called for boundary lines to follow’ visible features (such as roads and waterways) and new census blocks that were devised by the federal census bureau. Precincts may not have more than 800 people, which resulted in small changes throughout the county. The changes were approved by the state January 30 and will be in effect during the May primary

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program will be bigger this year, as more money will be infused into the contest. “I think there’s going to be more contestants than anyone thinks,” said Town Marshal Jerry Craig. In other business, the council accepted the resignation of reserve deputy Malcolm Gilbert. Gilbert left his post at North Webster to join the Winona Lake Police Department. In his letter of resignation, Gilbert expressed gratitude to the North Webster Police Department for the opportunities it gave him. “It has helped me in my quest for a career in law enforcement,” he wrote. “It is with great regret that I must leave this department.” Clerk-Treasurer Peg Lawrance announced partial results of the water utility surveys that were distributed to North Webster residents recently. Out of the 400 surveys, 156 responded favorably

Some precinct committeemen saw changes and were forewarned during filing. “We tried to catch them all (changes) and we got all but one,” Weirick said, noting that Jay Rigdon was mistakenly placed in Wayne 3 on the Democrat ticket. However, the precinct (Wayne 10) Rigdon was to have filed in is vacant, presenting no serious problems, according to the clerk. “I imaging his party will take care of that and appoint him to Wayne 10,” she said. The only officeholder who saw a change is Warsaw City Councilman Bob Gast. “He’s the only one in a new precinct,” Weirick said. The biggestpopulation changes were witnessed in Plain Township, east of Chapman Lake; northeast Turkey Creek Township (Enchanted Hills); southeast Tippecanoe Township, and the northern sector of Wayne Township. ‘‘l think Plain Township will have to be looked at again in the near future,” Weirick warned.

toward the idea of a town water facility. There were 108 negative responses and 12 undecided. The council urges residents to send in the rest of their surveys. The town could apply for state assistance to build the facility if there is enough interest. A Farmer’s Rome Administration grant would provide 55 percent of the funding, with the remaining balance becoming a loan. The facility would provide town water for North Webster residents but hooking up to the system would not be mandatory. Craig announced that an anonymous benefactor had donated $5lO to the police department for the purchase of an a Alcosensor. Officers can check a person’s alcohol level by having him blow into this portable device. At Craig’s request, the council approved the purchase of uniforms for officer Rick Carroll. Carroll will need proper attire

Those who receive a card from the county clerk’s office will vote in a different precinct then last year. However, address changes may preempt the clerk’s office from forwarding information. “If someone doesn’t vote in the primary and we don’t have their address change, we may not be able to get to them,” Weirick said, adding, “I’d appreciate it if residents send us a note, notifying us of address changes." Wallet stolen from work Kennel Williams, Syracuse, notified police at 2:42 p.m., Tuesday, March 20, that his wallet was taken while he worked at Rinkerßuilt Boats, Syracuse. Williams told police he had put the wallet in the breast pocket of a work shirt and hung the shirt on a hanger inside the plant. The theft occurred around 1:30 p.m. The wallet contained a large amount of cash.

when he heads for the Indiana State Police Academy in Plainfield on March 26. Craig also announced that the police department should be receiving a new squad car soon. The council will accept sealed bids on the old Dodge vehicle as soon as the new car comes in. Chuck McLaughlin of Kosco H2O asked the council for permission to put on a ski show at Webster Lake on June 24 at 2 p.m. He also wanted to set up practice time and usage of the town park. Park Board president Howard Ziegler said he needed to make

Construction update — Work continues on sewer for TCRSD

(Continued from page 1) plained in the north part of the island, there are dead end streets and narrow streets, creating a problem for traffic. Reynolds indicated it will be in the Ogden and Sunrise Beach areas for this month. It would like the public to be aware of where construction crews are because roads, in construction areas, will be closed from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Kocher stressed these crews will work with emergency vehicles, should such situations arise. Kocher advised residents to park beyond construction points if they are leaving their homes past 8 am. While board members expressed some concern about closing streets, Kocher answered, “If we’re going to get the work done on time, we'll have to shut some streets down. There's not much that can be done about it.” Vai Duggins, superintendent of the district, said he looks for construction in these areas to be completed by mid-April. Although Kocher said there were no major problems reported at the two meetings, he did say there were questions from sewer contractors about the depths of septic tanks. “We want to provide convenience to the homeowner,” Kocher said, adding, "but we are regulated.” Designed for a max' imum cover of two feet, the septic tanks are limited as far as how deep they can be placed "We

sure there weren’t any scheduling conflicts with the Ski Bees before he could grant McLaughlin’s request. February Police Report Following is the February police report: Officer hours — 439.75; Fuel used — 382.8; Miles driven — 3,345; Call received — 290; EMS/Fire calls — 43; Ref. other dept. — 100; Calls on duty — 174; Calls off duty — 10; Assist other dept. — 33; Fire/EMS assist —3; Courtesy services — 234; Alarms — 14; Acc. inv. —4; Citations —6; Warnings —5; Arrests-adults —1; Permits —5.

probably will develop a standard (depth) contractors can live with,” he added. In other business, upon the suggestion of board member, Howard E. “Red” Long, Duggins will look into placing some type of warning marker north and south of the sewer plant, on County Line Road, warning drivers that trucks are entering and departing from the site. Due to recent problems with the lift station right near King Arthur Drive, Joe Todd, board member, motioned that engineers come up with some preliminary estimates on looking into upgrading it. The board accepted the motion. The board passed Ordinance 1990-1 onto a second reading and public hearing. The ordinance amends Ordinance 1989-3, which is an ordinance to establish a capital charge. The public hearing was set for the next regular meeting of the district on Monday, April 16, at 7:30 p.m. Meetings of the district are held in the Syracuse Town Hall.

Auditor to meet with state on new tax rate The county does not yet have tax rates on which to base property tax bills, due the delay in reassessment. However, County Auditor Pat Brown will be certifying assessed values to the state on March 22. Brown says the next step will be the tax commission's. That board will review budgets and certify the tax rates back to the county. She expects a “two week turnaround," for that procedure and said, "I’m hoping to have them back here by Aprirl 5.” Computer work will be next, followed by advertisement of the rate. Eventually, duplicates will go to the treasurer's office. Added assessment values and correction of errors in assessing will also be entered. Brown says the property tax bills must be out by 15 days before May 10. In order to speed the process, a second shift will be added in the auditor’s office as soon as the rates are sent back from the state. Finally, 25,000 ditch statements should be finished next week. Those figures do not depend on tax rates. Brown was unsure if the ditch statements will be sent out before the property tax bills.

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McAndrews promises maps will be delivered by June

By STACEY LESCH Staff Writer

North Webster Town Marshal Jerry Craig, and other law enforcement officials are continuing their investigations of businessman Jim McAndrews, Rainbow Productions, Inc. McAndrews, who promised the North Webster Chamber of Commerce more than 5,000 commemorative poster maps preserving the small. Hoosier town, has still failed to deliver his product

— almost one year and $15,000 later. At the February meeting President Jeanne Thomas told those present that McAndrews had approached the chamber in the spring of 1989 seeking its interest in purchasing the maps. They received a general recommendation from the Syracuse-Wawasee C of C which purchased the maps about two years ago. Since meeting with North Webster chamber members. Jeff McAndrews, Jim’s eldest son who completed the artwork for the maps, was killed in an automobile accident, naturally delaying the production of the maps. However, at least since January, members of the chamber have been trying to contact McAndrews for answers to when they will receive the maps. Craig took over the case in February at which time he repeatedly tried to contact McAndrews. Just last week, Craig finally made telephone contact with McAndrews who then refused to talk with police saying all questions should be directed to his attorney. Craig noted that shortly after the conversation, the chamber received written

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notification from McAndrews that the maps would be delivered no later than June of this year. It has also been discovered that Jim McAndrews went before a grand jury in Miami County in September, 1989, just one month after his son’s death. Although he was not indicted, McAndrews appeared before the grand jury on similar circumstances. Craig said McAndrews may be in litigations with the Hoosier towns of Burne and Wakarusa, as well. Wakarusa officials gave verification that McAndrews is again behind in delivery as Peggy Bowers, of Lechlitner Plumbing and Heating, said McAndrews first approached the Wakarusa Lions in December of 1988 promising delivery by March. 1989, in time for the town's Maple Syrup Festival. Bowers added that the Lions then contacted McAndrews for verification that they would receive the maps. They were told the maps would arrive in the fall of 1989. The town is still awaiting the arrival of those maps, although businesses who purchased a $195 ad to appear on the map, have received copies of the sales contract and receipts.

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