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Commissioners Consider Fee For False Alarms

False intruder alarms can take up to an hour of an police officer's time. Tuesday, Kosciusko County Sheriff Aaron Rovenstine asked the Kosciusko County Commissioners to consider approving an ordinance that would charge a fee for businesses or residences that do not respond to the false alarms themselves. Rovenstine said the ordinance has been overdue for a while.He's not trying to get alarms out of businesses or residences, he said, but last year alone, KCSD responded to approximately 1,000 false alarms. The ordinance could include some exemptions, in such cases as where the elderly are concerned or during storms.In the first year of the ordinance, Rovenstine said, the first three false alarms wouldn't be charged, but after that, the county could level a charge of about $25. As KCSD gets busier and busier, false alarms are becoming more and more a waste of the department's time, he said.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

WCPL Funding Still Not Up To Last Year's Level

The Warsaw Community Public Library has received a portion of its tax draw for operations, $266,586 in May and June.The fund is still $257,981 short of last year's balance. WCPL's business manager Renee Sweeny advised the library's board of trustees Monday about the library's funds. The tax draw came from real estate and auto excise taxes, not from personal property taxes, CVET or financial institution taxes. She said more funds are expected next week but the total collected in May, June and July still will be less than receipts in June 2002. A total of $341,332 was collected on the advance draw, with a portion going to the bond and interest redemption and library improvement reserve funds. Since the library has reduced hours and has not replaced staffers who have left, the board should not have to borrow money to keep the doors open and people employed, library director Ann Zydek said.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

4-H Fair Offers Demonstrations Of 'Family Arts'

In addition to exhibits of arts and handicrafts, foods, flowers, garden produce, needlework and clothing, the women at the Home and Family Arts Building on the fairgrounds are planning a week's worth of demonstrations by local crafters. "We are making every effort to make our building an exciting and interesting place to visit during the fair," said Darla McCammon, this year's superintendent. McCammon just stepped down as president of the more than 30 county Extension Homemaker clubs.The outgoing president is in charge of the Home and Family Arts Building during the following fair week. Saturday, entries in each category will be taken from 8 to 11 a.m.Each department has a superintendent and two or three assistants to help people with questions, to take information and to accept entries.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Local Housing Programs Feel Federal Budget Pinch

More than $22 billion dollars in federal money is being diverted to "homeland security" and $2 billion of that amount will come from the Housing and Urban Development budget. Locally, said Warsaw Housing Authority director Pam Kennedy, the HUD cuts mean a $75,505 reduction in rental vouchers to the agency's 175 clients. "HUD's rules and regulations date back to the 1930's," Kennedy said to WHA's board of commissioners Monday."The government took a look at the antiquated program and are taking steps to modernize it." WHA provided the number of clients it served in August 2003 - 169.Funding is now based on that figure for the 2005 budget.Instead of WHA providing a budget to HUD one has been given to them showing $687,950.64 in funds beginning Nov.1 instead of the anticipated $763,455 to serve WHA's current number of clients - 175.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Nappanee Starts Budget Process

NAPPANEE - Nappanee Common Council members convened for their first glance at the 1998 budget during a work session Monday. Many of the marginal hikes reflected in such departments as the EMS, fire, police and clerk-treasurer's office represent the 4 percent increase in pay granted to department heads earlier this summer.However, a few changes could have some impact on both city employees and residents. That trend was most noticeable in the police department, where the city is projecting an additional $127,897 tacked on to their funds.The uppage would take into consideration the anticipated hiring of one more full-time officer in 1998, plus the costs to equip and clothe the new employee.There are also plans to hire in an additional dispatcher.
AMY WENGER, Times-Union Correspondent- | July 28, 2016

Prosecutor Declares War On 'Deadbeats'

Announcing a stepped-up war on deadbeat parents, Kosciusko County Prosecutor David Kolbe today unveiled a six-pronged approach to collecting delinquent child support payments. "Parents who refuse to support their kids is unacceptable," Kolbe said at a press conference this morning. The prosecutor's office is working with the Kosciusko County Sheriff's Office on a large sting operation in which charges will be filed on at least 30 people, Kolbe said.Normally a Class D felony, nonsupport will be upgraded to a Class C felony if the amount owed is $30,000 or more, he said.
Laurie Hahn, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

County Begins 2003 Budget Process

Budgeting for 2003 began Monday as the Kosciusko County Council heard from its county department heads. Monday's session was the first of three scheduled budget workshops, with the other two set for tonight at 6 p.m.and Thursday at 7 p.m. Budgets approved Monday did not include county employee wages and new employees; those will be addressed Thursday.The county's wage committee will make a recommendation to the council on wages and new employees.However, the total figures for each budget listedhere include the proposed wages and new employee salaries.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Back-To-School

It can't be that time again already.But it is - time to start thinking about getting the kids ready to go back to school. Following is a listing by school corporation of registration, start dates and tuition costs for the 1998-99 school year. Warsaw Community Schools - Parents may register their children at the school they will attend on the following dates: Aug.6, elementary schools from noon to 6 p.m.and secondary schools from noon to 7 p.m.; Aug.7 and Aug.10, all grades, 9 a.m.to 3 p.m.; Aug.11, elementary schools, noon to 6 p.m.and secondary schools from noon to 7 p.m. Kindergarten students must be five years old or older by June 1, 1998; must live within the Warsaw Community School district; and must provide a birth certificate, immunization record and Social Security card at registration. Textbook rental fees at all schools must be paid by cash or check; no credit cards are accepted.
Laurie Hahn, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Abuse Victims Need To Make Life Changes

Editor's Note: This is the second in a three-part series on domestic violence. "If we always do what we've always done, we'll always get what we've always gotten," said Sgt.Anne O'Dell of the San Diego Police Department, during a domestic violence seminar earlier this month. Before changes can be made, it is important to be able to recognize potential perpetrators, she said. How do you know if the person you are dating or married to is a potential batterer? O'Dell pointed out several key signs to look for when determining if someone has a "battering personality."The information was organized by the "Project for Victims of Family Violence" in Fayetteville, Ariz. "A potential abuser will almost always say that jealousy is a 'sign of love,'" she said.The truth is that jealousy has very little to do with love and a lot to do with possessiveness and lack of trust.
DOUGLAS SANBURN Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Zimmer Holdings Names Directors For New Board

Zimmer Holdings Inc.(NYSE:ZMH-WI) today announced the election of new members to its board of directors and the designation of Ray Elliott as chairman of the board of directors and chief executive officer.These actions complete the establishment of an initial five-person board in connection with the distribution today of all of the outstanding shares of Zimmer Holdings to the holders of Bristol-Myers Squibb Co.(NYSE:BMY) common stock. Joining Elliott on the board are: Larry C.Glasscock, president and chief executive officer of Anthem Insurance Companies; Regina E.Herzlinger, professor of business administration, Harvard Business School; John L.McGoldrick, executive vice president, Bristol-Myers Squibb Co.; and Augustus A.White III, M.D., professor of orthopedic surgery, Harvard Medical School.Elliott was elected a director on March 20.
Staff Report- | July 28, 2016

Manchester Police Probe Homicide

NORTH MANCHESTER -ÊA man who was found dead at a residence on South Mill Street in North Manchester is believed to be the victim of a homicide. Leodegario M.Rodriguez, 30, was found dead at 301 S.Mill St., North Manchester, around 4 p.m.Tuesday. Results of an autopsy performed Wednesday determined that Rodriguez's death was the result of foul play. The murder, North Manchester's first since 1989, remains under investigation by the North Manchester Police Department and the Indiana State Police. Police refused to release any further information about the crime. Anyone with information relating to the investigation of the crime is encouraged to call North Manchester Police Chief David Young at 260-982-8555 or Indiana State Police Det.Sgt.Tim Miller at 800-382-0689. end Fair Parade Steps Off Sunday BY TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer Sunday's 4-H and Community Fair parade starts at 4 p.m.
JEN GIBSON Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

H. Dale Tucker, Former Warsaw Mayor, Dies At 80

Harvey Dale Tucker, mayor of Warsaw from 1976 - 1980, was born in Beaver Dam March 11, 1922, and died July 30, 2002, leaving a legacy of service to the town, the county and the country. He devoted much of his life to Democrat Party politics, hailed by friends and colleagues as the man responsible for keeping the two-party system alive in Kosciusko County. He was the Kosciusko County Democrat Party chairman more than once in a 25-year period, stepping down in 1996 at age 73.In election after election, Tucker made sure the Republicans faced a challenge from the other party. He named current chairman Steve Haines as his successor.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

County Studies TIF For Dreyfus Facility

A joint meeting of three government entities convened Thursday to move along legalities concerning the economic development area for Louis Dreyfus Agricultural Industries LLC. The county redevelopment commission, development commission and council approved a resolution and an ordinance to create the tax increment financing district just south of Claypool along Ind.15. When an area is designated as a TIF, the taxes normally collected in that area are used to pay the loan, or bond, secured for improvements.The improvements can be buildings, roadways, sanitary sewer lines and similar infrastructure.The low-interest bond or loan is traditionally guaranteed by a government agency. Lisa Lee, an attorney with Ice Miller, explained that the redevelopment commission's resolution pledges between 80 and 85 percent of real and depreciable personal property taxes will be used to pay off the revenue bond.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Grace College To Establish Academy Of Fine Arts

WINONA LAKE - Grace College is establishing an Academy of Fine Arts this fall with classes open to the public. Tim Sanborn, a Grace professor of music, said the Academy is a way to administer what's been going on for years anyway.Private lessons are offered by most music professors. "The Academy is intended to build up community fine arts education.It will provide more opportunities for fine arts study," Sanborn said."There will be more classes available in a more organized manner." This fall private instrumental, piano and voice lessons, two group art classes, Kindermusic and a children's choir are being offered.Registration fees of $35 cover music books and art supplies."Master" classes will be held on Saturdays for group rehearsals and lessons in music theory and music history.At the end of the semester, a recital and art show are planned.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Pierceton Days Fest On Tap Saturday

PIERCETON - Doris Kubacki has been selected the Pierceton Day's Festival grand marshal. She will lead Saturday's "Television To Remember: Past and Present" parade, which starts at 4 p.m. Leon, Doris and one-year-old Michael Kubacki came to Pierceton in 1952 from Manistee Mich., when Leon joined Walter Shoop at the Pierceton State Bank. Thirty-four years and five more sons later, Leon retired from the bank.He died in 1999. Doris is a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Warsaw.She has been a long-time member of the Pierceton Home Ec Club, delivered Mobile Meals for many years and chaired several fund- raisers.She enjoys baking for fish fries, cake walks and bake sales.She serves the Kosciusko Literacy Services board. In 1981, Leon and Doris were named Pierceton Citizens of the Year.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Wawasee Studies Alternative Education, Safety

SYRACUSE - Alternative education and school safety were two issues discussed by the Wawasee School Board Tuesday. Superintendent Mark Stock planned to have an update on Wawasee's alternative school program for the board, but not all the information was complete.Erick Jones, director of alternative education, has resigned to take a position in Illinois. Alternative education for Wawasee high school and middle school students is for students who are "candidates for expulsion," according to Stock. Board member Marion Acton asked about student attitudes last year.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Warsaw Rewards Good Behavior

Talking, bullying and tardiness all disrupt classrooms and decrease learning time for students. The offending students then are disciplined, but the other students in the classroom are left with less classroom time.In an effort to increase classroom time, Warsaw Schools is implementing a corporation-wide program this year that rewards students for good behavior. Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports started out of the University of Oregon to assist schools with disciplinary problems.The overall goal is to increase classroom time and decrease disruptions, said Tony England, Warsaw director of alternative services. To implement PBIS at Warsaw, England said a federal grant was written to Homeland Security through a state clearing house.Warsaw was one of 10 sites in Indiana that received the grant.The grant paid for substitute teachers and other expenses.
DAVID SLONE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Warsaw Gets $960,000 Grant For Bike Trail

The planned biking/hiking trail from the City-County Athletic Complex to Winona Lake received a major shot in the arm this week. Warsaw was awarded a $960,000 grant under the federal Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act for the construction of the eight-mile project, according to Warsaw city planner Jeff Noffsinger. "This grant will be used for the construction of the trail system from Chinworth Bridge, near the CCAC, to Winona Lake Park," he said."The next step is to talk with Zimmer and R.R.Donnelley about getting some right of way for the trail." Noffsinger added the trail system will be a mixture of newly constructed trails along donated rights of way and the designated bike paths on existing city streets and along side rail lines, where the right of way is wide enough to allow for the bike paths.
DAVID A. BEALL, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

CCS Addresses Homelessness With Planned Facility

Combined Community Services received a zoning variance July 22 to create a group transitional home on Center Street. "It's not a done deal, though," said Jim Coons, director of the charity."People have been calling us and asking when people are going to move in and how they can help.All we have so far is the variance." And a dream to provide a place for homeless families to get back on their feet. CCS has applied for an Indiana Housing Finance Authority grant to purchase the vacant Extendacare Nursing Home building at 2404 E.Prairie St., in Warsaw. If approved, the state grant will bring in $400,000.Awards will be announced Sept.26. Applications have been registered with local foundations, too. Coons said the buyers are anxious to sell, although the CCS board has not yet voted to buy the building.The board will meet Aug.15. If all goes well, the shelter can be ready for occupancy by Nov.1.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Council Hears Funding Requests From Non-Profit Organizations

Non-profit organizations' representatives made their annual pilgrimage to the county council Thursday with funding requests for 2007. Most of them discussed anticipated reductions in federal, state or grant money.Several asked for increases due to increased fuel and utility costs. Richard Paczkowski, Home Care and Hospice executive director, said the organization is no longer taking new clients.He said a similar Winona Lake-based company recently dropped all of its clients and his organization cannot absorb them. Cuts in federal subsidies for Medicare and Medicaid have stretched his budget to extremes.He asked the council for an additional $7,500 over last year's grant of $40,000. Jeanie Campbell, Beaman Home executive director, also cited grant cuts as the reason for asking for an additional $4,044 for 2007, totaling $35,000.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016
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