Waynedale Political Commentaries

It is that time of year again when you can see the seasons turning right before your eyes, and you

Children thrive when they are in safe, caring environments. One of my top priorities as a lawmaker is to protect

The Water Environment Federation, an organization of 36,000 members from around the world, selected Fort Wayne City Utilities for its

When I was growing up, my family taught me the importance of hard work, as well as the importance of

As we continue our efforts to build on the positive momentum we’re experiencing in the City of Fort Wayne, we’re

I have always prided myself in being open and accessible to our clients and the residents of Wayne Township. Almost

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and with an average of 4,100 Hoosiers facing a breast cancer diagnosis every year,

Internships are essential to getting ahead in today’s competitive job market. The Indiana Senate Republican Caucus offers a variety of

I had a great time at the recent Waynedale News celebration. It was a neat opportunity to meet with you

I really enjoyed visiting with Waynedale residents at the 82nd anniversary celebration of The Waynedale News on Friday, September 12.

Indiana’s economy is growing and advancing. Our workforce must also grow and adapt to meet the demands of a competitive

A commitment to developing healthier lifestyles was unveiled recently as part of an innovative program created by Fort Wayne resident

When I was a child, I associated the Labor Day Holiday with the start of the Fall school session, because

Indiana has worked to establish a strong reputation for responsible money management. By maintaining an honestly balanced state budget and

At the time of this writing, my administration and City Council are working together on a review process to enhance

Think about plants. They all have certain requirements for optimal growing conditions. For good plant growth, you need good growing

Before summer comes to a close, I encourage you and your family to take time and enjoy all that Indiana

Fort Wayne continues to see positive activities as we work together to make a meaningful difference for residents, neighborhoods, and

I’m always looking for enjoyable family events for our clients to take part in. Gardening can be an inexpensive hobby

Indiana recently closed out another fiscal year of balanced budgets and significant reserves. As the national deficit continues to climb

I love a parade! When I attend the Three Rivers Festival, and especially the parade, I feel like I’m celebrating

A recent survey by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce found that nearly 40 percent of Indiana employers left jobs open

I want to thank all of our residents who responded enthusiastically to the City’s recent Riverfront Fort Wayne survey. Nearly

I’d like to express well wishes to a friend of mine, Mary Morris. Mary recently retired from the Fort Wayne

When Indiana’s part-time legislature is not in session, lawmakers serve on interim study committees that meet to review key issues

Our commitment to investing in neighborhoods is being demonstrated by the flood control project in the Dalevue-Fernwood neighborhood along the

It’s almost the Fourth of July, the day when we celebrate our independence as a nation and the many liberties

We have recently had a large number of clients coming in with utility bills that have service scheduled for disconnect.

Many Americans are concerned about the size and scope of our federal government. For too long, we have stood by