Waynedale Political Commentaries

FREE HANDS-ONLY CPR TRAINING AVAILABLE Red Cross blood drive, public safety agency demonstrations part of morning’s activities at Brookside Community

Like a tiresome dinner guest, the recession has long outstayed its welcome. But there are some clear signs that the

THOUGHTS ON REDISTRICTING   STATEHOUSE – There is significant interest in the preparation and actual crafting of Indiana’s congressional and state

THE RIGHT MIX: CITY-SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP OFFERS STUDENTS CONCRETE EXPERIENCE   Anthis Career Center construction trades class does repairs this summer

The Homeless Task Force recently released the results of the homeless count, which was taken in our area on January

INTERIM STUDY COMMITTEES ADDRESSING ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE AND GAMING ISSUES, AMONG OTHERS   STATEHOUSE – During summer and fall months when

  If you have children at home, you’re no doubt aware that it’s the traditional back-to-school time. But even if

  August 31, 2009   Congratulations to Alex Cornwell and Michael Alberico on beginning their stewardship of an important community institution. The

COMMUNITY ASKED TO COMMENT ON SIDEWALK NEEDS   Sidewalk Survey Ready for Responses   When I took office last year,

Summer is such a great time of year. We have the opportunity in the Summer to spend time outside enjoying

CONSIDERING PROS, CONS OF NEW MINIMUM WAGE LAW   Friday, July 24, was a significant day for both employers and

You probably think a lot about how you can achieve your financial objectives. But have you ever thought about helping

MAYOR HENRY ANNOUNCES TWO COLLABORATIVE INITIATIVES TO BENEFIT COMMUNITY   Community Development Block Grants give local control for federal funds,

WRAPPING UP OUR LOOK AT NEW STATE LAWS INTENDED TO IMPROVE THE LIVES OF HOOSIERS   STATEHOUSE – In the past

  Considerable information has been reported recently about problems with the privatized State benefits system. The State administers Medicaid, Food

Is there a “generation gap” today? In some ways, it’s possible. While many baby boomers are happy just to understand

You most likely need to save and invest for retirement. But if you have children, you also may want to

NEW STATE LAWS MAY HAVE BEEN MISSED DURING TALK OF BUDGET SHOWDOWNS, GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWNS   STATEHOUSE – In our last

MAYOR’S COMMERCIAL FAÇADE GRANT PROGRAM RESULTS IN ALMOST $1.5 MILLION INVESTMENT   26 projects in targeted locations to make exterior

One of my dreams for some time has been to have a great website for the Wayne Township Trustee’s Office.

It’s been almost two years since turmoil began in the financial markets. And during that time, your own financial picture,

NEW LAWS ON JULY 1 WILL HELP PROTECT PUBLIC, MAKE HIGHWAYS SAFER, ENHANCE EDUCATION   STATEHOUSE – Headlines from this

MAYOR HENRY SUPPORTS INDIANA-PREFERENCE COUNCIL ORDINANCE   Companies on state’s list could receive preference for purchasing contracts, RFPs Last month,

The July 4th weekend is upon us, and I have been thinking about the meaning of Independence Day. July 4,

During a long downturn in the financial markets, it’s hard for some people to be cheerful about their prospects for

PART TWO: 15 FACTS CRITICS DIDN’T WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT NEW LAW REPAIRING UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE   STATEHOUSE – Despite

NEIGHBORHOOD CODE GEARS UP FOR ENFORCING NEW COMMERCIAL CODE   Neighborhood Stabilization and Business Support Are Main Goals Starting July

I was asked recently by Billie Rykard to make a presentation to the Belle Vista/Allendale Neighborhood Association on July 8.