Author: Richard A. Stevenson - Wayne Township Trustee

We have a couple of very important days coming up soon for the citizens of our Township. Those days are Election Day next Tuesday and Veterans Day on Friday. Most of us know from all the advertising that this year’s election is for municipal . . . Read More

Even though we enjoyed some really beautiful days early in October, we all know that cold, winter weather will be coming soon. And, with the cold weather comes an increase in utility bills due to the cost of heating our homes. . . Read More

As a government official who is proud to be serving my community, I like to recognize important days in our Country’s history. Somehow, this year, Constitution Day slipped past me without the recognition it deserves. . . Read More

We always try our best to accommodate the needs of everyone who comes in our door at the Wayne Township Trustee’s Office. But, we also must follow Indiana Law and our Eligibility Standards, which sometimes require us to deny assistance to persons . . . Read More

The Wayne Township Trustee’s Office is excited this year to honor workers not just on Labor Day, but during this entire month by celebrating September as “Labor Appreciation Month.” Our Country has the greatest and most productive . . . Read More

Famous football coach Vince Lombardi once said, “People who work together will win, whether it be against complex football defenses, or the problems of modern society.” Even though Coach Lombardi has been deceased for several years, I still . . . Read More

Those of you who have not been involved with Township Assistance may think it’s a program that simply hands out money for those in need. Nothing could be further from the truth. . . Read More

Indiana law requires townships to help residents in need with their basic necessities, such as assistance with housing, utilities and medicine. I am proud that at the Wayne Township Trustee’s Office, we focus on doing more for our clients than . . . Read More

I hope you are having a great summer. I can hardly believe that we already are halfway through summer and that the Three Rivers Festival, which is always a great time, will be over this weekend. . . Read More

In a few days, we will be celebrating Independence Day with fireworks, family picnics and all the other ways we find to celebrate this important holiday in our country’s history. This year’s Independence Day celebration has a special meaning . . . Read More

At the Wayne Township Trustee’s Office, we recognize the importance of transparency in government. We strive in a variety of ways to provide our residents with information about our office, including writing this column in The Waynedale News. . . . Read More

My staff and I always appreciate being able to participate in the Waynedale Memorial Day Parade and to have the opportunity to thank our veterans and their families for their service to our country. . . Read More

In my last column, I discussed using the bus for my commute to work as a way to reduce gas costs. I recently tried another way of getting to the office that not only saves money, but is great for the environment and for my health. . . Read More

To say that gas prices have really shot up is an understatement. High gas prices affect all of us, but put an extra burden on low-income persons. When gas prices go up, individuals with less income must spend a larger percentage of their resources . . . Read More

I am so pleased when my staff takes the initiative to go beyond everyday duties to do something additional to assist our clients. I have a great staff that always goes the extra mile for our clients and often goes the extra two miles so we can be one . . . Read More

While my staff is always very busy, we try to take time out on several Friday mornings throughout the year for training. Having a well-trained staff that is up-to-date on all aspects of our jobs is beneficial both to our employees and to our clients. . . . Read More

I know how hard it is to quit smoking because I have been there. I quit smoking more than once before I finally was able to quit for good several years ago. . . Read More

I wrote in my last column about legislation pending in the Indiana Senate, which, if passed, would have eliminated Township Boards and drastically changed Township Government. I am happy to inform you this Legislation was voted down, and the vote was . . . Read More

Finally, we are seeing some breaks in the winter weather. When we are in the midst of winter, we sometimes have a difficult time believing that spring will ever come. But spring ultimately comes, bringing with it the warm weather I look forward to . . . Read More

As I am writing this column, it is very cold and windy outside, and we received a few inches of snow last night with more expected tonight. Schools are closed today because of the bad weather. . . Read More

January can be a somewhat depressing month in our area because of the persistent snow, cold and dreary days. But despite the weather, this January has been very exciting for me and for Wayne Township. . . Read More

I hope all of you had a wonderful holiday season and looking forward to the possibilities offered by a new year. I am very excited to begin the upcoming year and to begin my second four-year term as your Wayne Township Trustee. . . Read More

I am really looking forward to the Christmas holidays, and I hope you are too. The best part of the holiday season for me is not the gifts or the food, but being able to spend time with my family. . . Read More

At this time of year, I always am concerned about those in our community who cannot provide their families, especially their children, with the Christmas celebration they would like to give them. . . Read More

During the Thanksgiving season, I always take time to think about the many blessings for which I am thankful. I am especially thankful this year that you, the voters of Wayne Township, decided to bestow on me the privilege of serving you as your Trustee . . . Read More