February 28, 2017 – Carmel

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Council considers $15M for Midtown parking

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opment Commission, said the parking garage bond could be approximately $10.6 million. She said the garage will be built through a publicThe Carmel City Council introduced several private partnership, and 90 percent of the tax bills Feb. 20 that would issue more than $20 increment, about $828,000 annually, million in bonds development to be repaid will pay back the 25-year bonds. The debt service could be around $750,000 using tax increannually, and any remaining tax money ment financing. One is for up to $15 — which could be more than $70,000 a million for a parking garage in Midtown, year if projections are correct — will go and the other is for up to $6 million for into a reserve account with the CRC, infrastructure improvements at Sunrise Meyer said. She said the developer, on the Monon, which is under construcMeyer Indianapolis-based Barrett & Stokely, is tion along Westfield Boulevard just guaranteeing the debt payments. north of 96th Street.

“We always have the protection of that payThe Midtown proposal would be backed by ment being made based on the taxed amount,” the possibility of a special benefits tax, which she said. “If there’s a delay, the developer is on would kick in if not enough TIF funds are generthe hook for that commitment.” ated to pay off the debt.

The garage will service the Merchants Bank “It has been used as a credit enhancement headquarters and a development with 167 apartto get the best interest rate on the bonds, but ment units, similar to Mezz 42. Old Town Design there are a lot of guarantees to make sure that Group was originally supposed to be involved it would likely never be used,” said Bruce Donwith both projects but backed out because of aldson, a bond attorney with Barnes & Thornconflicts. The 370-space garage will be in the burg who advises the City of Carmel. center of the apartment units but will be open Corrie Meyer, director of the Carmel Redevel-

to the public.

Meyer said the projects represent more than $50 million in new development in the area.

Old Town Design Group also is asking for a bond issuance for Sunrise on the Monon, a new neighborhood with rentals and various size custom-home lots. Many of the lots have already been sold and some homes are complete, but Old Town would like a bond for up to $6 million for roadwork, a bridge over a creek and other infrastructure improvements. The bonds would be paid back using tax increment financing, but Old Town is planning to buy the bonds, and there would be no special benefits tax backing it up.

The debt doesn’t count toward the city’s debt service, and Carmel would still receive 25 percent of the TIF with Old Town using the remaining 75 percent to pay off bonds it purchased.

Down the road, the Carmel City Council will look at finalizing a public-private partnership with Ritz Charles owner Chuck Lazzara for his development on the field across from Bub’s Burgers at Main Street and the Monon Trail. The $20 million mixed-used development is planned to include a steakhouse and rooftop dining.

Resolution addresses climate change

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Carmel is making history in Indiana when it comes to climate change.

On Feb. 20, the city environment council made Carmel the first municipality in the state to pass a climate resilience and recovery resolution.

Supporters of the Carmel Green Initiative and the Carmel Promise Project had spoken about the issue and worked with the council to draft a resolution that will help the city continue its environmental efforts. There are voluntary goals in the ordinance for the city to reduce its carbon emissions from 2016 levels “in a manner that is prudent, properly funded (and) well documented.”

The city also will create a climate action plan to obtain baseline measurements of citywide emissions. The city might also appoint a commission of business, faith, youth and community leaders to monitor progress and consult with

From left, Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard poses with members of The Carrmel Green Initiative and the Carmel Promise Project, Ben Rayhill, Natalie Workman, Jose Ortuzar, Jodh Pullela, Leslie Webb, Alex Workman, Louie Gendoso and Miranda Frusta, after a climate change resolution was passed. (Photo by Adam Aasen)

elected officials. Six students who were involved with the Carmel Promise Project spoke at the Feb. 20 meeting in favor of the resolution.

“The purpose of the resolution is to reduce carbon emissions, increase energy efficiency and renewable energy use in order to create a climate change-resilient City of Carmel that will protect the children and grandchildren of this community,” said Leslie Webb, president of the Carmel Green Initiative.

The Indianapolis City-County Council is considering a similar resolution that is in committee. Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard said he wants to

have a joint meeting or press event with Indianapolis once it is passed.

“It’s important to go on record stating that we want to improve our environment,” Brainard said. “Every citizen, whether it’s an adult or child, has a right to breathe clean air and drink clean water. It’s a commitment to improve over time. We set some voluntary goals. It’s important to recognize when we save energy we also save money, and the City of Carmel has already done many, many things to help the environment and save taxpayers’ money, and this resolution sets even higher goals.”

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Clerk-treasurer funds moved

By Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com The Carmel City Council unanimously approved transferring $106,500 from the clerk-treacity news surer’s budget to the Mayor’s Office to pay for expenses related to the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report.

The move comes after Pauley the city council previously created an audit committee to oversee all city audits. The committee was created after some on the council said Clerk-Treasurer Christine Pauley was taking too long on the audit.

The item was introduced Feb. 6 but was held until the Feb. 20 city council meeting.

Linda J. Harvey, chief deputy clerk of opera-

tions in the Clerk-Treasurer’s Office, said the office would have a budget problem if the money was moved because additional money is needed to for pay for an internal assets audit.

On Feb. 20, the council voted to transfer and allocate additional funds to the Clerk-Treasurer’s Office at a later date.

“I think our easiest solution is to pass it as originally submitted to us, and we’ll Rider make any necessary moves later,” city councilor Kevin “Woody” Rider said.

A separate ordinance included a public hearing to move $19,899 from the city’s general fund to the Clerk-Treasurer’s Office’s budget to help with consulting and accounting fees.

No one spoke at the public hearing. A vote is expected at the next council meeting.

Dispatches Correction — In an article printed in the Feb. 21 edition of Current in Carmel, a story on the possible annexation of Home Place incorrectly stated which court is considering the case. The appeals court is expected to make a decision on the annexation.

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Mayor supports gas tax hike

By Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com The Indiana State Legislature is considering a 10-cent gasoline tax increase to raise an estimated $1.2 transportation billion a year for road upkeep and construction. One local political leader who supports the bill is Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard.

“I’m a big proponent of user taxes,” he said. “Everybody wants low taxes, but Brainard they can’t be so low that we can’t compete as a state. We need to invest in ourselves. We don’t need to waste money, but we need to invest in schools and parks and quality of life and decent roads. Every successful state in this country needs good roads.”

The bill would increase the state’s current gas tax from 18 cents to 28 cents initially. It also could be tied to inflation, which means the tax could grow each year. There also would be extra fees for vehicle registration and a $150 fee for electric vehicles. The Indiana House passed a version of the bill Feb. 16, but some local Republicans oppose the measure because they see it as a massive tax hike. Some Democrats have opposed the tax increase, because they say it puts a burden on middle class motorists.

Brainard said many motorists, such as outof-state truck drivers, are causing wear and tear driving through the state, but they aren’t paying into the state’s income tax.

“We’re building the roads, and the trucks that tear them up aren’t paying for them,” he said.

Brainard said it’s important for cities to have good roads because it drives economic development. He said that’s what led him to push for more than 100 roundabouts in Carmel.

“We aren’t getting the good jobs in our smaller towns in Indiana, and we need to invest in this state if we’re going to compete,” he said.

Dispatch Mock trial finals – Students from Carmel High School will compete in the Indiana High School Mock Trial State Finals March 4 and 5 in Indianapolis. The Indiana Bar Foundation is seeking more than 50 attorneys and judges to volunteer to judge at the competition. The winning team will represent Indiana at the national finals in May in Connecticut. For more information, visit inbf.org.

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Motorcycle officer recovering after wreck Spillman of Carmel.

Police said it appears the van turned into the side of the motorcycle as it was traveling A Carmel police officer is recovering after in the right travel lane of southbound Range his motorcycle was struck by a van in the Line Road and Carmel Drive. Spillman roundabout public safety at Range Line was transported to 86th Street St. Vincent Hospital with leg and ankle Road and injuries. He is recovering at home, Carmel Drive.

CPD Sgt. Joe Bickel said.

Police responded to the accident Guzman was arrested for operator at 12:18 p.m. Feb. 21. Based on preliminever licensed, a class C-misdemeannary information, it appeared that a or. Guzman was also cited for expired white 2012 Ford E-350 van operated Spillman license plates and an unsafe lane

by Louis J. Guzman of Indianapolis was traveling southbound on Range Line Road change. He was transported to the Hamilton in the left travel lane. While in the roundabout, County Jail for processing.

CPD completed the crash investigation.

Guzman allegedly abruptly changed lanes and Southbound Range Line Road and Carmel collided with a Carmel Police Dept. white 2015 Drive roundabout was temporarily closed durHarley Davidson Electra Glide motorcycle. The ing the investigation. motorcycle was operated by CPD officer Scott news@currentincarmel.com

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Mayor unveils Monon details

By Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard has announced that up to $23 million will be invested to expand, widen and redesign city news the Monon Greenway in the Midtown area, which is between Main Street and City Center Drive.

Now, Brainard is providing more details about what the expanded trail will look like, sharing plans from Rundell Ernstberger Associates.

From the outside to the center: • Adjacent to development on both sides of the Monon, there will be 14 feet of sidewalk for pedestrians and businesses, split with 6.5 feet of outdoor dining, six feet for walking and a foot-and-a-half buffer zone between cyclists.

Brainard said it’s possible the outdoor dining could be switched with the walking path.

• There would be a five-foot-wide, one-way cycle track on both sides. It will be made of special materials instead of concrete. It will likely be colored.

• Next there will be a six-foot-wide buffer

between the cycle track and the road. This will include trees and some lighting.

• On both sides of the expanded Monon, there will be eight feet for parallel parking along the street and 10-foot-wide, one-way roads. Brainard said the driving lanes might be a little narrower than normal but the design encourages motorists to slow down.

• In the middle of it all will be 54 feet for green space, buffers and the expanded Monon Greenway. This includes an eight-foot-wide tree buffer on one side and 24.5 feet of programmable green space on the other side. Between those two green spaces will be a 10-foot-wide Monon Trail and an 8-foot-wide sidewalk with a 3.5-foot buffer between the two. That 3.5-foot buffer can be used for lighting. Brainard said this is an overall expansion since the current trail is about 12 feet wide in this area and it isn’t separated for cyclists and pedestrians.

The 10-foot Monon, ideally for cyclists, and the 8-foot sidewalk, ideally for pedestrians, adds up to six additional feet, and that doesn’t include the 24.5 feet of green space that people can walk through with pets and children.

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Riggs said the first step will be for INDOT recently awarded a $1.4 officials to sit down with Milestone million contract to Milestone ContracContractors in a pre-construction tors to add lanes at the Indianapolis conference so they can determine a intersection. The project is expected Riggs start date. to start this spring at a yet-to-be-de“Most of what we’re doing at the intertermined date and be complete by November.

The three objectives will be lengthening the change is widening the existing road and paving,” Riggs said. “One of the first construction existing northbound Michigan Road right-turn activities would be to construct a temporary lane to eastbound I-465, adding a second leftturn lane on southbound U.S. 421 to eastbound pavement so we can facilitate that shifting of traffic. So typically we want warm enough I-465 and adding a third left-turn lane on the temperatures that the asphalt plants would eastbound I-465 exit ramp to northbound U.S. be up and running.”

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Because it’s February, Riggs said there is The interchange ramps will remain open time before that would typically happen. during the project. Some lanes at the inter“The forecasts say we are going to have change will be temporarily narrowed and warm weather early, so who’s to say,” Riggs shifted to maintain traffic and provide space said. for construction.

Riggs said some drivers might want to purNathan Riggs, INDOT media relations direcsue alternate routes, especially during peak tor for East Central Indiana, said the purpose morning and afternoon rush hours. is to improve traffic flow in the most costDrivers can learn about highway work effective way. zones and other traffic alerts at indot.carspro“For instance, we’re adding a left turn on gram.org the eastbound exit ramp to northbound (U.S.

Carmel-Zionsville link planned

By Heather Lusk • news@currentincarmel.com Carmel and Zionsville are working to coordinate the construction of a multi-use path along 116th Street that officials trails hope will be ready for construction in 2018.

The path will extend east from Zionsville along 116th Street from Michigan Road and connect to Carmel’s existing pathway network.

This will “serve as the final link along 116th Street needed to connect Carmel and Zionsville,” said Dan McFeely, economic development and community relations spokesman for the City of Carmel.

The estimated cost of the project is $2.5 million, with Carmel and Zionsville funding amounts relative to the portion in their respective communities.

Seven hundred feet of the path will be in Boone County, with the total length of the pathway extending 11,420 feet, or roughly two miles.

Although Zionsville already has right-of-way for its portion of the project, some properties in Carmel will require land acquisition before the project can move forward.

“Due to a variety of factors, including the terrain, right-of-way and utilities, the path will be on the north side of 116th Street from Michgan Road to Shelbourne Road but will shift to the south side of 116th from Shelbourne Road to Towne Road,” McFeely said.

A crosswalk will be added between University High School and West Park.

The entire pathway will be completed as one construction project.

“Obviously, we wouldn’t be enjoying economies of scale (otherwise),” said Lance Lantz, superintendent of the Zionsville Street and Stormwater Dept.

“It’s really a neat pathway link for those people who like to go between communities and have some longer recreational cycling opportunities, or walking or jogging,” Lantz said. “It’s a neat inter-agency gap that’s going to be filled.”

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Woodshop in need of new home

By Heather Collins • news@currentincarmel.com The Carmel Golden K Kiwanis Club is searching for a new space for its woodshop.

The club’s current location relocation in the Janus Developmental Services building in Noblesville will soon be used as additional space to help adults with special needs.

Kiwanis Woodshop Chairman Rallie Murphy said Janus is outgrowing its space and contacted Purdue University to help redesign the space in its building.

In an average month, the shop hosts 12 to 14 woodworkers four days a week, accumulating a total of 450 volunteer hours. The volunteer woodworkers create various wooden toys, including cars, airplanes, puzzles, ring tosses, doll beds and cradles and trauma dolls. They are donated to hospitals, police departments and fire departments throughout central Indiana, including The Julian Center and Riley Hospital for Children.

The club is now seeking a 5,000-squarefoot space that can be equally divided into shop space and wood storage space. It wants to find a location in Fishers or Hamilton County and needs the space as soon as possible to be operational by April 1.

From left, Ed Killingsworth, Rallie Murphy, Charlie Johnson, Gary Reeder, Bob Lawrence, Kaz Kazakevich and Fred Koberna display items made at the workshop. (File photo)

In 2016, the woodworkers built and donated more than 3,000 toys for disadvantaged children in central Indiana.

Murphy said in the best-case scenario, a business or sponsor will grasp the value of what is done by the volunteers in the shop and donate the space or charge the Kiwanis Club a small monthly rent.

“Our goal is not to have our wood shop disband and be splintered into several wood shops,” Murphy said.

To contact the Carmel Golden K Kiwanis Club, contact Murphy at 317-956-0734.

Adoption attorney consults on law

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laws). They’re clear and straightforward,” he said.

Kirsh said he’s most proud of a pair of Steve Kirsh, a Carmel resident and foundadoption law changes he championed in the ing attorney at Kirsh & Kirsh, is working with early 1990s. state legislators legislature to make changes One was to change pre-birth notice of adoption to the birth father. Before to Indiana’s the law changed, Kirsh said a biologiadoption laws. cal father had to be alerted about a With more than 30 years of experipotential adoption but couldn’t be ence working in adoption law, Kirsh notified until after the baby was born. said he’s often sought for his opinion This caused problems, Kirsh said, on legal changes. This year, he’s Kirsh because the biological father could working with State Sen. Joe Zakas challenge the adoption after the birth, and on Senate Bill 332, which amends adoption sometimes the adoptive families would not notices. receive the baby.

Kirsh said most of the work is cleaning up Kirsh also helped draft laws in response technical language, but one of the big changes to the famous “Baby Jessica” case, where a proposed is that an attorney or licensed childmother changed her mind after she signed placing agency that is obtaining a consent to away the rights to her baby. The biological adoption must provide to the person consentfather didn’t know he was the father of the ing to adoption the name and address of the baby and had not signed away his parental court in which the adoption is filed. So if a rights. As a result, the child was returned to mother wants to challenge an adoption after her biological family two years after birth. she’s agreed to it, currently she might not Under Indiana’s system, someone who claims know which court is handling the adoption. to be the father of a child can sign up to be Kirsh said Indiana has some of the nation’s notified of any adoption proceedings. best adoption laws.

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Senior supports journalist rights

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Carmel High School senior Selena Qian is a firm believer that high school student journalists should be afforded the education same freedom as their professional counterparts.

Without the freedom the CHS administration allows, she said she would not have spent the last four years being part of the school’s journalism program.

At the Indiana Statehouse Feb. 14, Qian spoke in support of House Bill 1130, which she and nine other students from across the state helped craft with Reps. Ed Clere (R-New Albany) and Ed Delaney (D-Indianapolis). The bill protects the rights of student journalists by allowing them to operate free of censorship from school boards, administrators and others.

Qian said she was nervous before she started speaking.

“Once I got into what I was saying, my preparation kicked in and I was excited and happy to be speaking about something that is so important to me and can make a difference for all students across the state,” she said.

Qian is the editor-in-chief of the Acumen, a quarterly topic-based magazine produced

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by the HiLite staff. Qian said censorship has never been an issue at CHS. “I believe that all students should have the ability to express their voice through a student publication and learn from those types of experiences,” Qian said. “I know that personally, I’ve learned a lot about covering different sorts of topics and considering every angle to make sure that the information we put out meets a quality standard and is fair and balanced. I’ve also learned about how to deal with possible backlash, and I don’t think that any of these learning experiences should be denied to students.”

CHS senior aces 18 AP exams

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“It’s been in everything but art,” Wang said.

Among the exams were world history, chemistry, literature, biology, physics 1, physFor Carmel High School senior Michael ics 2, computer science, calculus BC, European Wang, a steady work ethic was a key in history, macroeconomics, Capstone achieving achievement perfection on seminar, microeconomics, U.S. history, statistics, psychology, human geograhis Advanced phy, physics C mechanics and physics Placement exams.

C, E & M. “The most important thing in doing Wang, who has a 4.728 weighted well on the AP exams is consistent GPA on a 5.0 scale, plans to attend preparation,” he said. “From the bePrinceton. He is considering a major ginning of the year, you really have Wang in international and public affairs. to make sure you are on top of your “I’m attending on an Army ROTC scholarship, work, because if you fall behind, if you do OK so I expect when I graduate I will do time as in the class, by the time the AP exam comes an active duty officer,” Wang said. “It’s a pretaround, it’s going to be too hard to review an ty large scholarship, and I have an interest in entire year of material in one or two weeks. If doing some service in the Army.” you are consistent from day one in whatever Wang served as president of the debate class it is, I think it’s a lot easier to score well team as a junior. He also is the founder of the on the exam.” first CHS chapter of Junior State of America, Wang received the AP State Scholar award a national organization dedicated to promotfor having the highest AP scores in the state. ing civic participation and political awareness In addition, he has been named a nominee among high school students. He was the for Indiana Academic All-Star. The Carmel founder and team captain of Carmel’s first Clay school board recognized Wang for both team International Public Policy Forum, an achievements in January. essay competition on current international Wang has received a perfect score on five affairs. of 18 AP exams.

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CHS coach takes Marian job

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Heady said. “He’s handled it really well, and it can be tough.”

However, Heady said Luke now won’t have For Carmel High School boys basketball any pressure being the coach’s son and can coach Scott Heady, the timing and position be like any other player. seemed right for basketball a change.

Heady replaces Carson Harris, who resigned after two seasons. Heady Heady was said he interviewed for the Marian job named the Marian University men’s when Harris was hired. basketball coach Feb. 16. He will “I think that’s partly why they juggle both jobs until Carmel’s season called me back,” Heady said. “I think ends. they have everything you need to Heady, 54, will be leaving a team Heady contend for championships, and that’s that includes his son, Luke, a sophothe kind of place you want to be.” more guard.

Heady said his No. 1 priority now is with the “I’m really excited and fortunate to be in Greyhounds, who were 18-4 as of Feb. 23. this position,” said Heady, who led the Grey“I’ve got a tremendous staff, and they’re hounds to Class 4A state titles in 2012 and helping me out more,” Heady said. “The num2013. “But obviously I’m leaving a great school, ber one thing is to make sure we’re ready a very successful program and the opportuto go, because I think we’ve got a chance to nity to coach Luke the next two years. When make another (state title) run.” you really think about everything considered, Heady has been Carmel’s coach since the it wasn’t a difficult decision. (College coach2010-11 season. He was an assistant at Andering) is something I thought about doing for a son University for two years before coming to few years. This is the right time and the right Carmel. place.”

“I had been thinking about going the small Heady said he looks forward to watching college coaching route, but the Carmel job Luke as a dad in the stands. opened up and I feel like this is the top (high “When you are coaching you are so into school) job in Indiana,” Heady said. what you are doing, you don’t think about it,”

McElwee named Teacher of the Month news@currentincarmel.com The January Teacher of the Month winner is Julie McElwee, a fourth grade teacher at Carmel Elementary. Stueducation dent Erin Suhy nominated her. As a reward, Erin won a pizza party for the class, and McElwee won a $50 Visa gift card from sponsor Edge Guys.

Here is Erin’s winning essay: When I found out Mrs. McElwee was my fourth grade teacher I was ecstatic, because she is all of my classes’ daily dose of happiness and my inspiration for all of my academic confidence.

Mrs. McElwee is our daily dose of happiness because she doesn’t have a regular boring old mindset; hers is a happy mindset. It is like a battery of happiness and it flows throughout our class.

Mrs. McElwee is the inspiration for my academic confidence because she was one who made me a rock star in math! I used to not be comfortable in math but with her encouragement and teaching I now love

From left, Carmel Elementary School fourth grade teacher Julie McElwee, student Erin Suhy and Edge Guys Marketing Director Vicki Burdick at the Teacher of the Month party.

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math! It is all because of her.

Mrs. McElwee is an extraordinary teacher who makes all of us feel we can succeed at whatever we do!

To submit an essay and nominate a teacher for the February Teacher of the Month, email a 100-word essay to Teacher@youarecurrent.com. Essays are due by Feb. 28.

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CMS students top fundraisers

By Heather Collins • news@currentincarmel.com For the second year in a row, sixth graders at Clay Middle School raised more funds for the Make-A-Wish Foundaeducation tion than any other school in central Indiana.

The 170 sixth grade students, known as Team Avengers, raised $12,318. Led by science teacher Kelly Speidel, the team began raising funds for Make-A-Wish in early October 2016.

The students raised funds by selling thankful notes before Thanksgiving break, #kidshelpingkids T-shirts, star suckers at lunch and by collecting donations before and after school and during football games. Funds also were donated by CMS staff members and through an online fundraising page.

Speidel said the fundraiser wasn’t just about the money. It also was about teaching students life lessons about helping others, sacrificing their time and looking beyond themselves.

“We made it our goal this year to help our Carmel family,” she said.

The students raised funds to help two Carmel High School students battling leukemia.

The sixth grade team had a goal of $10,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Last year, the

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CMS sixth graders celebrated their fundraising efforts with a pizza party with specials guests from the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Smiley Radio Show. (Submitted photo)

students raised $6,000.

“The passion that (Speidel) has instilled in her team for the past two years is really remarkable,” said Kelsey Leichtman, former development officer for the Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana Make-A-Wish Foundation chapter.

“It was something they did with laughter and always a smile, and it is really refreshing to see that with kids their age.”

The CMS students also were guests on the WZPL Make-A-Wish Request-A-Thon. Speidel said she had always listened to the RequestA-Thon hosted by The Smiley Morning Show. and decided to get involved with her team of sixth graders last year.

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Indoor tennis facility a dream come true for Team Witsken

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com As the Pearson Automotive Tennis Club’s March 4 grand opening nears, Rick Witsken can sense a heavy, or perhaps heavenly, presence. grand opening Rick views the new Zionsville indoor tennis facility as home for Team Witsken and a tribute to his brother, Todd, a former ATP Tour player who died at age 34 in 1998 after a battle with brain cancer. Todd, a Carmel High School graduate, made his home in Zionsville after retiring from the tour and becoming director of the now-closed Indianapolis Tennis Center.

Todd Witsken “There’s no doubt in my mind that Todd Witsken is working his magic,” said Rick, who began his teaching career alongside his older brother at the tennis Center.

Fittingly, Rick’s Team Witsken staff includes Todd’s oldest son, Tyler, and P.A. Nilhagen, who was a personal coach for Todd, Rick and Tyler. Team Witsken offers tennis lessons, clinics and other services.

“You can’t write a better story than this,” said Rick, a twotime IHSAA state singles champion from CHS who played collegiately at Alabama. “I’m living a dream now.”

Tyler, 25, is sharing that dream.

“I feel like (my father) had a hand in this,” Tyler said. “I feel he’s definitely watching over us.”

Tyler, a former CHS player, was burned out on tennis after graduating high school in 2010. But he began joining his uncle

From left, Tyler Witsken, Rick Witsken and P.A. Nilhagen of Team Witsken pause at the Pearson Automotive Tennis Center, which is set to open March 4 in Zionsville.

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as an instructor and the passion returned.

“This felt like where I needed to be, especially with it involving my dad so much, honoring what he did for tennis,” Tyler said. “People don’t know how good a player he was and how much he did for the sport. We all want to educate the public on how awesome he was. He’s the best player to ever come out of Indiana. I’m proud of that, obviously.”

For Nilhagen, 68, it just seemed the proper fit.

“When Rick offered me the opportunity to come back, I thought it was a huge step for me, because the Witksens to a certain degree put me on the map,” said Nilhagen, who has been coaching for 44 years. “I started working with Todd when

he was 10. A lot of my success was due to my relationship with him.”

Nilhagen said working with Rick and Tyler is an honor.

“To me, it’s a full circle, absolutely,” Nilhagen said. “Am I proud to be what I’m doing now to try to raise the next generation? Absolutely. I also think we have a team that is going to be very united as coaches.”

mission accomplished Rick Witsken had seen his hopes for an indoor facility fall apart before in the past 15-plus years.

With the help of David Hunt, Derek Mandel, Michael Marine and Brent Claymon, this time was different. Having auto dealer John Pearson on board as a title sponsor was a boost as well.

Rick said the $3.5 million center is not only for Zionsville residents.

“We want everyone in the surrounding counties and communities to enjoy it, too,” Rick said.

The center is a 501(c)(7) social club that is granted nonprofit status by the IRS. The board of directors contracted Team Witsken to manage the facility.

The eight-court center provides access to players of all ages and skill levels. There will be youth and adult lessons and league play for tennis and pickleball.

The center is at 4560 S. County Rd. 875 East. The grand opening is set from 1 to 5 p.m. March 4. For more, visit pearsontennis.com

DIVORCE – When Is It Okay To Begin Dating Again When You Have Children?

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As the Valentines flowers begin to droop their heads, wilting…and the heart-shaped boxes of chocolates are slowly consumed…it may seem as though the spirit of Valentine’s Day is over; however, love may still be in the air. Cupid’s arrows may have struck a few unsuspecting hearts during this past holiday season of love. But what if the owners of those hearts are currently going through a divorce? There are so many questions to be asked during the divorce process, but one that might not be as expected is: When is it okay to begin dating again, especially if I have children?

As divorce attorneys, we are commonly asked for a permissible timeframe within which clients may begin seeing someone new. As with many questions posed to family law attorneys, the answer to this is specific to the individual and their matter at hand. The choice to begin dating is a personal one and only that individual knows when the “time is right”. There is no correct legal answer or Court Order restricting divorcing parents from dating. While it is not “illegal” to date during your divorce (or thereafter), there are some practical considerations you may want to consider if you are contemplating a new relationship, especially if you have children.

When should my children meet the new person in my life? If children are involved, you may consider withholding the introduction of this new person to your children until the relationship becomes serious. The changes and transitions children experience during and after their parents’ divorce can be difficult (even if the divorce is ultimately in their best interest) and this new relationship can be confusing depending, largely, upon the ages of the children.

Introducing your children to your new significant other(s) will likely

only confuse your them, and may even cause additional animosity between spouses during the ongoing divorce case.

Also, prior to introducing a new person into your children’s life, you must remember that his/her character, family, and history can sometimes play roles in the Court’s determination of custody and parenting time in your divorce case, depending upon this person’s involvement and relationship with your children. Utilizing the “best interest of the child” factors, the Court will be interested in your new significant other, as he/she will help shape and impact your children’s environment going forward.

Looking forward, if you do decide to begin dating again, either during a divorce or thereafter, you may be wise to consider a prenuptial agreement, if the relationship becomes serious. As we enter into an era where “happily ever afters” take a few tries; why not ensure and protect your children, in case divorce does occurs.

Since prenuptial agreements allow for the freedom to carefully fashion and navigate through the structure of separation through open communication, you will no longer find yourself with the harsh realities of divorce and at the mercy of Indiana equitable distribution laws.

The Hollingsworth & Zivitz, P.C., team has the experience, the understanding, and the compassion to assist with your family law needs. If you have questions or concerns regarding, prenuptial agreements, divorce, relocation, mediation, collaborative law or any other family law concerns, please contact our firm at 317.DIVORCE or visit our website at www.hzlegal.com.

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Furnishing Touch explores décor

By Renee Larr news@currentincarmel.com The Museum of Miniature Houses and Other Collections has a new exhibit called “The Furnishing exhibit Touch,” which explores the history of home furnishings and decor in miniatures. The exhibit runs through May 28 and was created with the help of an employee.

Executive Director Elaine Mancini said the idea for the exhibit came about as she familiarized new Collections Manager Rachel Tavaras with the museum.

“As we’re going through everything with her fresh eyes, we came to these realizations. We realized we’re all about craftsmanship. We’re all about creativity. We’re all about fine art in miniature.

We’re also about history as decorative art,” Mancini said. “We applied for a grant from Indiana Humanities Initiative, which we received.”

The exhibit was created entirely from pieces the museum already owned.

“There is nothing that is borrowed,” Mancini said.

The Furnishing Touch features the history of home furnishings and décor in minatures. (Submitted photo)

Furnishing touch When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Saturdays, 1 to 4 p.m. Sundays through May 28.

Where: The Museum of Miniature Houses and Other Collections, 111 E. Main St., Carmel Related speakers: March 22, Robert Brandt, The American Empire, furniture form the early to mid-19th century. April 5, Kristin Barry, Gothic Revival in domestic architecture and furniture. April 10, Elizabeth Brand Monroe, Early Industrial Age in America and Furniture Design and Production. All programs begin at 6:30 p.m.

Cost: $5 for adults, $3 for children. No cost to attend speaker series.

More info: museumofminiatures.org

Diersing turns 100 years old news@currentincarmel.com Mrs. Jean Marie Diersing will turn 100 years old March 8. Diersing is the wife of the late J. Fred Diersing. They celebration moved from Broad Ripple with their family to College Hills in 1955.

As one of the first families at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, their seven children all went to OLMC school and graduated from Carmel High School.

Diersing The family lived in Carmel until 1974, then moved to Sheridan. She now resides at Maple Park Village in Westfield.

Diersing was born in Montgomery, Ind., March 8, 1917, one of 13 children born to Anna and Michael Lundergan. The family is hosting an open house in celebration of her birthday from 2-3:30 p.m., March 11. Friends and family are invited and will be coming in from all over the nation. Feel free to send birthday wishes to Maple Park Village, 776 N. Union St., Westfield.

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Church sets green example

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On Wednesday, March 8, at 7pm, Midwest Academy will host an exclusive screening of “Most Likely To Succeed”. This award winning educational documentary takes a thought-provoking look at the effectiveness of an unchanged educational system against the backdrop of a highly transformed economy. While our current educational system may help students prepare for tests, are they really prepared for the different skills required by the current and future job market?

All parents and professionals are invited to attend this free workshop examining the future of education. Come prepared to view the film and participate in an informative discussion.

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Cindy Whitaker is hoping Carmel’s St. Peter’s United Church of Christ will become a trendsetter for solar panels. energy Whitaker, a St. Peter’s member, wrote and managed a grant through Hoosier Interfaith Power & Light. She and others spoke as Hamilton County Green Congregations and Carmel Green Initiative recently held an informative workshop at St. Peter’s, 3106 E. Carmel Dr. Whitaker, a Zionsville resident, also addressed the solar power at her house.

“My goal is to help churches and parochial, high visibility projects, get grants to help them afford the solar panels,” Whitaker said. “(St. Peter’s) is a high visibility project, and you are able to reach the congregants. The way the grants are structured through HIPL, each church is required to reduce their energy consumption by 25 percent in addition to whatever new energy they generate.”

Craig Penquite, an architect and St. Peter’s member, oversaw the installation as lead for the St. Peter’s installation team. The solar panels were installed at the end of April 2016.

“We started monitoring them in June, so

The solar panels at St. Peter’s are at a 10-degree angle and are not visible from the street.

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we’ve got seven months of data,” said Penquite, a Carmel resident. “We’ve saved $1,500 and 15,000 kilowatt hours of electricity. The panels are at a 10-degree slope, so they’re not visible (from the street).”

Whitaker said another mission is to reduce energy consumption in the congregants’ households.

“We’d like one seventh of the households to reduce their energy usage by a third,” she said.

Whitaker said a lot of it is simply energy efficiency.

“Churches are empty a lot of the time, so if you can find a way to heat and cool people, and not empty buildings, an energy management system does wonders,” she said.

‘Ash-Me’ about my faith Commentary by Rev. Patti Napier I recall times in the past when I received the sign of the cross in ashes on my forehead and someone has reached up Religion to wipe my forehead clean saying, “Here let me help you.

You have something on your forehead.” To which I have replied “Thanks, but I need that smear of ashes on my forehead to remind me that Someone has done something to help me.”

Ash Wednesday is a traditional Christian observance that reminds us to reflect on the direction of our life, in particular to consider where in our life we are sinning, to ask for forgiveness and to then change the direction of our life.

Ashes in ancient times were used to express grief. In the Bible there are many situations where people cover themselves with ashes, or pour ashes over their heads, as a sign of great grief. Modern day Christians have adopted the ritual with the sign of a cross in ashes on our forehead. One receives this mark acknowledging sinfulness and the desire to repent and grow and to move in a new direction, a direction God would desire for our lives.

As Christians we know that we receive this

forgiveness through Jesus Christ.

According to the Christian calendar, Ash Wednesday happens every year 46 days before Easter (if you count this out, don’t forget to omit counting the Sundays). This year it is March 1. We want to make this first step of new possibilities available to all. We will hold a short service at Carmel UMC at noon and then another longer, more traditional service at 7 p.m.

We will also offer a drive-thru Ash Wednesday opportunity we are calling #AshMe from 6:30 to 9 a.m. Drive through the south drive of Carmel UMC (126th Street and Range Line Road) and receive your ashes. You don’t have to get out of your car or do anything more.

Drive away with that reminder of ashes and a cross. Throughout your day you will see this reminder, and I am sure that others will remind you that you have a smudge on your forehead! Repent and then make a commitment to change and live in a new direction.

Rev. Patti Napier is senior pastor at Carmel United Methodist Church.

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CYAP in need of mentors

By Heather Collins • news@currentincarmel.com

health issues and are in need of a wider support system. In one year, the CYAP has received more than 80 referrals to the program.

The Carmel Youth Assistance Program is The program helps expose children to new in need of 30 additional mentors for at-risk opportunities and activities and helps youth in the comgiving back munity. CYAP is to provide positive growth experiences. Mentors can provide support an early intervenin a number of ways, including the tion program that works to prevent child’s sporting events, joining a class at-risk children from entering the together or helping the child to learn juvenile justice system and provide valuable life skills, like balancing a services to ensure their needs are checkbook. met.

Figge To become a mentor, Carmel resiMaggie Figge, early intervention dents above the age of 18 must submit an onadvocate for CYAP, said the program provides line application, attend an in-person interview invaluable benefits.

“Research shows that in order for a child to and agree to a criminal background check.

Once mentors are selected, they are asked to be successful, they need five caring adults to make a one-year commitment to meet with invest something in their life,” Figge said. the child for at least one hour per week and The program is modeled after national prosubmit a weekly report sheet. grams like Big Brothers and Big Sisters and “We are looking for people that have the has been active in Westfield and Noblesville heart and that are dedicated to helping less for the last few years. privileged kids in our area,” Figge said.

The program was implemented in Carmel For information and to apply to become a in 2015. Children are typically referred through mentor, visit youthassistance.org. the school system or by police and court officials and may have behavioral or mental

OBITUARY three sisters and four brothers.

Donald Fields, 91, of Carmel, died Feb. 11.

Survivors include his children, Paula (HarHe was born Aug. 12, 1925, in Elwood, son of old), Melissa (John), Spencer (Celeste) Mahlon and Ethel Myerly Fields. and Kim (Eric); 12 grandchildren; 15 Prior to joining the U.S. Navy in great-grandchildren and special 1945, he served in the Merchant friend, Millie.

Marine. He had a 32-year career A Celebration of Life Service will in research and development with be held at 3 p.m. May 20 in Carmel General Motors, Gas Turbine - Allison Friends Church, with visitation beginTransmission Plant. Don was a memning at 1 p.m. ber of the Carmel Golden K Kiwanis as Fields Visit bussellfamilyfunerals.com to well as Janus Developmental Services share your condolence and read Don’s comin Noblesville. plete obituary.

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Experts weigh in on keeping kids safe from human trafficking

By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com Kids are harnessing the power of technology to do amazing things. From fundraising to building their own businesses, the possibilities are endless. cover story So are the dangers.

The same devices that can be used for so much good can also be a direct link to evil, providing those willing to take advantage of the most vulnerable with direct access that wasn’t available a few years ago.

The Indiana State Report on Human Trafficking released in December 2016 revealed that the Indiana Trafficking Victims Assistance Program provided services for nearly 180 youth who had been trafficked in the first 10 months of 2016 alone. It also states that the Internet and social media are where most victims are recruited.

At least nine girls were identified as victims in Hamilton County in 2016, including at least one from Carmel, according to Shelley Haymaker of the Hamilton County Guardian Ad Litem program.

“This is not something we had to wrestle with 20 years ago,” said Sarah Hurley, a Carmel resident and founder of Kristy’s House, a nonprofit that serves women who feel trapped in commercial sexual Hurley exploitation. “The same parent who would say, ‘I wouldn’t let my daughter have a boy in her room with the door closed’ would give her a phone and let her have it in there all night.”

Kristy’s House serves adults, but Hurley said many of her clients were drawn into prostitution before turning 18, never realizing they had been trafficked. Hurley has served growing numbers of victims since founding Kristy’s House in 2015, as has Ascent 121, which offers advocacy and services for teens who have

Keeping kids safe

What are the

warning signs?

• Shows signs of physical, emotional, sexual or mental abuse, neglect or malnourishment • Has a “boyfriend” who is much older • Has inconsistencies in his/her story, does not know his/her whereabouts or address, or appears confused • Is accompanied by an older male or survived trafficking.

The Carmel-based nonprofit has seen its services double in recent years. Chief Operating Officer Megan Jessup said it served approximately 50 girls in 2015, 100 Jessup girls in 2016 and is on pace to see growth this year as well.

“I believe those numbers will continue to climb,” she said, adding that she doesn’t believe incidents of human trafficking are growing at this rate, rather law enforcement officials and support organizations are better equipped to identify the victims.

While no parent expects his or her children to fall victim to human trafficking, there are several steps they can take to protect them.

“Sometimes we want to shelter our kids, and we want to wrap them up and protect them from some of those horrors, but part of that is because we don’t believe that it hap-

female who speaks for them • Has tattoos he/she may be hesitant to show or explain, including words that indicate ownership • Displays unusual anxiety, fear, or inhibition around law enforcement • Is resistant to seeking or receiving basic medical services • Has not received medical care for infection or injuries • Talks about engaging in developmentally unusual or inappropriate sexual behaviors or practices • Is frequently absent from school or inconsistently attends activities • Resides with a group of youth who are frequently escorted or transported by an unrelated adult Source: Family and Youth Services Bureau pens in our town and city,” Jessup said. “The more we shelter them and don’t have those conversations, we’re doing a disservice to our youth, because it just kind of blindsides them.”

Providing a safe and supportive home environment also is key. Hurley said that traffickers often seek young girls who may feel ignored.

“They can almost smell desperation,” she said of traffickers. “They take time to groom that person and make them feel loved and wanted.”

While parents play the biggest role in protecting their own children, experts believe it will take a shift in how the culture views sexuality to deter human trafficking on a large scale.

“We’re outraged that these things happen, but then we support our hypersexualized culture,” Hurley said. “We’re just inundated every day with sex, really cheap casual sex, and a message that it should be free and casual and empowering. We buy the lie and we support that, but then we get really upset when we hear about the rabbit hole it goes down.”

Hope for Human Trafficking The fourth annual Hope for Human Trafficking symposium will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

March 4 at Christ the Savior Lutheran Church, 10500 E. 126th St. in Fishers.

A Better Tomorrow, Ascent 121 and Lutheran Child and Family Services are partnering to coordinate the free event, which is designed to raise awareness of human trafficking in Indiana and educate visitors on what they can do to help keep

children safe.

Attendees can learn about the issue and how to identify people who may be targeted from service providers, clergy and criminal justice agencies.

Lauren Baney, a graduate student at Indiana University, founded the event in 2014. She was inspired to take action after first learning about human trafficking as a student at Ball State. Since then, she believes that more people are beginning

to understand the problem and how it affects central Indiana.

“I felt people thought of it as a Third-World issue that happens in developing countries, not here,” she said. “Now I think people are starting to recognize it’s happening here in the U.S. as we’ve gotten more media attention, but I think people still see that as low-income areas and not here in Hamilton County.”

“Carmel Clay Schools would advise parents to be very diligent in communicating with their children from a very young age on appropriate social media and internet usage. Additionally, it is extremely important for parents Taylor to strictly monitor their child’s access to electronic devices, certain websites and social media sites. If expectations are set early and security settings are set to the highest level, children and young adults learn to safely navigate these sites.”

Courtney Taylor, director of communications at Carmel Clay Schools “Watch computer and technology use, especially social media sites as these are often used to recruit victims in sex trafficking. Know with whom your children associate and let them know the reason for wanting to Orem know these people.

Establish lines of communication with your children so they aren’t ashamed or embarrassed to approach parents with questions and issues.

Look for signs such as changes in behaviors – emotional issues, substance abuse, self-harming, academic issues, running away, social changes – withdrawal, isolation, change in friends, loss of interest in activities and changes in emotions,” Bryant Orem, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office “Pay attention to online uses and who (kids) are talking to. I feel like I know a lot about how dangerous the internet can be, but I feel at the same time I have no idea,” Lauren Baney, Baney advocate

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Music icon one for ages Long before I had the tremendous opportunity to interview jazz, rhythm and blues and pop legend Al Jarreau, I was a fan of his musical genius. My favorites among his albums are Jarreau (1983) and High Crime (1984). While maintaining a vigorous performing schedule through 2016, Jarreau left it all on stage for his fans. I attended two Al Jarreau concerts, the most recent in 2014 at The Palladium.

It was after that performance when I last spoke with Jarreau. Between that and an interview, which was a three-part conversation over three days, Jarreau was a genuine delight – positive and upbeat, even when discussing challenges he faced. Al Jarreau died Feb. 12, in Los Angeles, one month before his 77th birthday. Calling Jarreau versatile and energetic would be obvious and terribly understated. Yet triteness prevails when attempting to describe the five-time Grammy winner, who, even after surgery in 2000, still exhibited boundless energy, whether discussing his charitable work with Verizon Reads, autographing his latest CD and posing for pictures with a seemingly endless line of fans and well-wishers, or reading to inner-city school children. Getting Jarreau to sit down long enough for an interview proved challenging but well worth the effort one day in 2004 at a Washington D.C. bookstore. During his appearance, Jarreau entertained an intimate group of nearly 100 with stories, impromptu scats and his sense of humor. He loved his audiences, and they loved him back. Jarreau, indeed, was an American treasure, thoroughly expert at his craft and engaging with everyone he encountered.

Sanford Horn is a Westfield resident. To read his interview with Al Jarreau, visit www. currentincarmel.com. To contact Horn, please write sanford. horn@gmail.com.

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Of this, that and the clutter Commentary by Terry Anker The spectacular weather led many of us to get outside and take advantage of it. With the calendar reminding that we have many weeks left of potential winter, it is too soon to do traditional spring projects like clearing the flower beds. So, our family took it to get a solid start on the ritual seasonal purging of our garage. Through the fall and winter months, it piles with assorted “treasures” – those things that have been deemed unworthy of an on-going place inside the house and yet too valuable, in some indecipherable way, to be put into the trash. Each spring, we find the resolve to shed ourselves of the accumulated debris – some to sell, some to friends or family, some to charity and some to the Dumpster.

There is a decided cathartic effect in moving an item from one place to another, on its journey out of our lives. We accumulate all manner of goods (books for our children, dresses for special days, trinkets from our travels) and hold them long after they have

fulfilled their purpose. Our youngest, now 16, is more “Car & Driver” than “Nursery Rhymes.” At some point, long ago, his favorite books made it from the bedside table to a box in his closet. This winter break, he took occasion to empty the closet of non-essential gear to make room for the expected Christmas bounty. The children’s books, which had previously been imbued with some unknown significance, were deemed surplus (happily, he kept a few).

Ultimately departing his room, they landed in a corner of the garage. Like river sediment, the books were stacked with other stuff and lost from sight. Today, they were unearthed and reconsidered. Tomorrow, they head to Goodwill. It takes time to distinguish clutter from prized possession. It feels good to know the difference.

Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may email him at terry@youarecurrent.com.

I’m not going to lie, people. I’m having one heck of a good weekend. Doo and I decided to take advantage of my parhumor ents’ snowbirding agenda and snagged a few days with them in their Florida rental. No kids, no shoes, and most importantly, no responsibilities whatsoever. Heaven, my dear friends. HEAVEN. But I find myself struggling to slow down. I woke up this morning and nearly hopped out of bed just so I could get to the beach. Then I realized it was only 5:30 a.m. I had to mentally talk myself into staying put and enjoying the next few hours of dozing. Once I did finally arise, I again had to squelch the need to get moving. What’s the hurry when the only thing planned is an early dinner and Jeopardy?

Which just goes to reinforce my dream of retiring early, a few months on the Gulf Coast, days spent working jigsaw puzzles and playing bingo and evenings passed with microwaved potatoes and game shows. Believe me when I say I was made for the geriatric lifestyle.

But I digress. Back to me and my inability to slow the frick down. I suppose it’s a survival mechanism. I have to constantly be “on it” at home or else my youngest will be abandoned at dance or the dog won’t be fed, or God forbid, we’ll run out of milk. Juggling work, family and the house is so mentally and physically taxing that I simply don’t have time to let my guard down. And because I’ve been in high gear for years now, I often operate on full power subconsciously. Which, come to think of it, is probably why I never feel rested in the morning.

The real bugger is that by the time I adjust to the slower pace, my brief vacay will be over and I’ll be right back in the mix, having to pay the Catch-up Piper for my few moments of heaven. But even a small slice is worth it!

Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may email her at danielle@currentincarmel.com.

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I imbrace (embrace?) editing Commentary by Dick Wolfsie Happy 15th (fifteenth?) anniversary to Heidi. Heidi is my proofreader (proof-reader?).

Everything I’ve written for the humor last 15 (fifteen?) years is first sent to her via e-mail (email?) to make sure there are no spelling or usage errors. This week she is very busy with an out of town (out-of-town?) commitment, so I’m doing my own proofing. If I said I wasn’t nervous, well that would be a bald-faced (boldfaced?) lie.

Newspapers that publish my column have editors who check my work, but I wouldn’t want whoever (whomever?) has that responsibility to think that on a week to week (week-to-week?) basis, I’m not a careful writer. I would be really embarrassed if they continually (continuously?) found mistakes in my column, so Heidi is a preventative (preventive?) measure to be sure I get it right.

I know a little about grammar, but when it comes to some of the other nuances of language, I’m not sure I can pass muster (mustard?). If I have specific questions, I might check things out on the internet (Internet?). I wouldn’t want to put my column on my website (Website? Web site?) if it weren’t error-

free (error free?).

Unless you have your own personal copy editor (copyeditor?), you won’t know if you’re in the mood for an ice tea or an iced tea. Or maybe some French fries (French Fries? french fries?). And when you get to the airport, you won’t know whether (if?) you should check your carry-on luggage or your carryon luggage.

Heidi gives me free reign (rein? range?) with my creative ideas. And she is always consistent. That’s the kind of person I can depend on (upon?). She may be the best proofer in the mid-west (Mid-West? midwest? Midwest?).

Some writers prefer a hands-off approach to their work, but I really need her help.

Few people know all the do’s and don’ts (dos and don’t’s?) of the language. I’ve had discussions among (between?) a great number (amount?) of writers and they all agree you need a person like Heidi, although your ego can sometimes get quashed (squashed?).

Yes, I really need her. Even my wife, Mary Ellen (Mary-Ellen? Maryellen?), agrees.

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Gratitude Celebration would benefit all Editor, As the unofficial non-mayor of Carmel, I hereby declare a 30-day Gratitude Celebration for Carmelites.

Each adult citizen is authorized to set aside a 30-day period in 2017 to thank (in person) a teacher, library volunteer, police officer or firefighter.

At the completion of the 30-day period,

each Carmelonian will, in turn, receive a Gratitude Person Award (to be decided).

In the process, each Carmeler will add to the net social capital of this wonderful city, burnish its reputation for excellence and ease the stress level all around.

No entry fee. No charge for admission.

Nothing but a win-win for this great city.

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You can do better Editor, Typically, I find the Current editorial cartoons thoughtful and entertaining. A recent one, however, is totally out of character and somewhat disgusting. It depicts a caricature of President Trump imagining a terror threat from a poor little kid just trying to get into the country. The Trump pig is referring to his own skin color as “freakish orange.”

Can you imagine the outcry if our ex-president was hypothesized as derogatorily commenting on his skin color? Very poor taste!

As for the hint that poor little kids should not be considered a threat, one simple Google would have revealed to Mr. Campbell the reality of ISIS training children to be terrorists.

You can do better, Tim. Frank McMurry, Carmel

‘Fear’ doesn’t make America great Editor, I was pleased to read the Feb. 7 letters to the editor from Erin Vahrenkamp and Jim Blessing. My husband and I moved this past summer to Carmel from Glencoe, Ill. We love Carmel, as it offers so many incredible services.

We marched in Indianapolis on Jan. 21, and we voted for Bernie Sanders in the primaries and Hillary Clinton in the November election.

When we moved, we were concerned at some of the policies former governor, now vice president, Mike Pence supported. We recently listened to Gov. Holcomb’s State of the State address – we were impressed with his fivepoint agenda. He seems genuinely focused on making decisions that are good for the people of Indiana – not rooted in partisan politics.

We are very concerned at the governmental “style” of President Trump. We are not pleased that partisan decision-making precedes making decisions that are in the best interest of all Americans. A fear-based style of governing is not what makes America “great.” During one of the most challenging times in our history (1941-1945), we had a president who assured all Americans that “we have nothing to fear but fear itself.” I encourage every voter to continue to vote for candidates who inspire us to be the best Americans we can be, candidates who have integrity, candidates who are well-versed in history, current events and the issues facing our country and world – no matter their political party.

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By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com In her years as a pediatric nurse, Carmel resident Terri Bogue saw many things that troubled her.

“We saw lots of kids wellness coming into the hospital that were getting hurt from injuries they didn’t have to have,” said Terri, who is a board certified pediatric clinical nurse specialist.

“Frequently, we have parents that don’t have opportunities to have grandparents (involved), like we did, to say don’t do this or do that. A lot of times parents don’t know how to keep their kids safe.”

Around the same time, Terri was telling her husband Rob that she would see parents and kids being on their electronic devices and not talking to each other when the child was in the hospital bed.

“We then talked about how we used to talk to our parents when we were playing cards,” Rob said. “I grew up playing euchre. That was the thing that the family did together. There were great conversations around that table.”

So an idea was hatched to create safety cards that could also be used as playing cards. The child safety cards are part of their Kin-to-Kid business.

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Terri and Rob Bogue create playing cards with safety tips for kids. (Photo by Mark Ambrogi)

“So we pulled ideas from the American Academy for Pediatrics and CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) so the cards are very evidence-based and definite guidelines,” Terri said.

The artwork on the cards, which includes 54 cards with the jokers, is from their neighbor and artist Jeanne Dalzell’s former Carmel art students.

Rob said there are a lot of warnings about approaching dogs.

“We have dogs and love dogs, but you have to understand what your child needs to do and what supervision the parents need to do,” Rob said. “There is one about not having a child out while mowing the lawn. It seems obvious, but a lot of injuries happen.”

The cards, which also include dice numbers on them for alternative games, came out in August 2015.

“We’ve just started marketing it,” Terri said.

“I came home to do consulting in April. A (Ft. Wayne) hospital bought them and branded them for kids that have had a traumatic brain injury.”

The couple, who married in 2014, have seven children in their blended family.

For more, visit kin2kid.com.

Joint replacement seminar — Riverview Health will host a joint replacement seminar from 6 to 7 p.m. March 9 at Riverview Health in the Krieg DeVault Conference Room. Dr. Jeffrey Ginther will discuss the latest techniques and procedures for hip and knee replacement, including anterior approach for hip replacements and Exactech Guided Personalized Surgery for knee replacements.

A light dinner will be served. The program is free, but registration is required. Register at riverview.org/classes or call 317-776-7999.

Hold Your Spot at Little Clinic — Kroger’s The Little Clinic continues to expand convenience and accessibility for its customers with the introduction of “We’ll Hold Your Spot,” an online tool that allows consumers to reserve a place in line before they get to a clinic. This program has launched in all clinics. To reserve a spot in line, visit TheLittleClinic.com and select your location. You’ll see what the current wait time is and can register to hold a spot in line.

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Support groups available — Witham Health Services offers a variety of support groups for those in need of the services. Groups include: Alzheimer’s Support, Cancer Support, Cancer Gentle Stretch Yoga, Cancer Support Cooking for Wellness, Diabetic Support and Grief Support. The groups are free and meet monthly. For more, visit witham.org or call 765-485-8120.

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Snapshot: Regions Bank hosts grand opening at The Bridges

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Regions Bank hosted a ribbon-cutting and grand opening ceremony Feb. 16 in honor of the bank’s new Bridges location at 11447 Springmill Rd., Carmel. The new location features an open floor plan with ultra-modern decor, a community lounge area, video banking ATMs and a “pink noise” sound system that helps keep each interaction private. Leslie Carter-Prall, Regions Financial Corporation area president, announces the grand opening of the new Bridges location and discusses the bank’s contemporary new design that will allow it to interact more freely with clients. From left: Universal banker Alec Huber, Regions Bank Area President Leslie CarterPrall, Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard, Consumer Banking Executive Phil Nunn, Universal Banker Wendy Werblow, Branch Manager Anthony King and Carmel City Council members Laura Campbell and Jeff Worrell. (Photo by Sara Baldwin)

mission of the Center for the Performing Arts.

“I’m looking forward to working straCarmel resident Susan Springirth has tegically with the leadership team at the Center for the Performing Arts as it been named vice president of finance continues to deliver excellent for the Center programming and be an impact new hire for the Peron our community,” Springirth forming Arts. said.

“I’m very excited,” Springirth As vice president, Springirth said. “I have a passion for the will be a member of the senior arts, and that’s what led me to management team and provide pursue this opportunity.” strategic leadership on finanSpringirth has more than Springirth cial matters for the center and 25 years of nonprofit financial its affiliated organizations, including experience. She served as the vice the Great American Songbook. Markpresident of finance for the Indianapoing its sixth season, the center has an lis Neighborhood Housing Partnership annual budget of $10 million. for 17 years.

Springirth received her bachelor’s Springirth also worked as controldegree in accounting from Virginia Polyler and leader of the finance, techtechnic Institute and State University nology and human resources team and a CPA from the American Instifor the National FFA Organization. tute of Certified Public Accountants.

Springirth moved to Carmel when the Springirth also serves on the Board of National FFA Organization moved its Directors of the Girl Scouts of Central headquarters from Alexandria, Va., to Indiana.

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By Sara Baldwin news@currentincarmel.com Kelsey Long did not start out as the queen of organization.

She earned the new biz title after striving to create structure and systematic organization in her own life.

Long, a 2008 Carmel Long High School graduate, moved to Westfield A before-and-after look at Kelsey Long’s work in organizing after college, with her now a home garage. (Submitted photo) husband.

“When my husband and I moved in toters and more than 4,000 professional gether, we just had so much stuff. There organizer members. As minimalism takes a were things stuffed into closets. It was foothold on interior design and style, profesdriving me crazy,” Long said. “The first sional organizing is becoming even more thing I did was get a file cabinet and file popular. everything. Eventually I got a label maker Long’s goal is to get her clients organized and I would take a lot of time going through in the most efficient and inexpensive way closets each weekend. It helped me live possible by using existing materials. more comfortably in my house. It gives you “I try to work with what they have, and a feeling of accomplishment after you tackle create an Organize Indy game plan for organizing a space.” how we are going to tackle the space,” Soon her family members and their Long said. “Then we schedule a start date. friends were requesting her services in I start with sorting. I sort with the client home organization. exclusively. I make piles of what they are She decided to launch an LLC, and Orgakeeping, discarding and donating. Then the nize Indy was born. organizing begins.”

“It’s a relatively new industry,” Long said.

Every project is different and every cli“It began in the West Coast. In 2005 the ent’s space is different, according to Long.

NAPO (National Association of Professional Depending on a client’s time and budget, Organizers) named January as Get Organized she can either organize a whole house in Month, and after that you started seeing one week, or come back each month to do shows on HGTV about organizing.” a little at a time. For more on Organize Indy, The NAPO, founded in 1985, has 32 chapvisit currentincarmel.com.

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By Sara Baldwin • news@currentincarmel.com In what used to be a popular doughnut shop on Virginia Avenue in Indy’s historic Fountain Square neighborhood, new biz three hair stylists are at work stripping paint and installing light fixtures. Witch Hazel salon, the brainchild of 2007 Carmel High School graduate Mel Moss and two of her colleagues, Sarah MoscatoGoodpaster and Kelsey McColm, is scheduled to open Moss March 1.

Moss has been a licensed cosmetologist for eight years, graduating from Aveda Frederic’s Institute Indianapolis in 2009. She worked in salons for more than five years before opening her own space in Carmel’s Salon Lofts.

Moss, however, had loftier goals. Along with Moscato-Goodpaster and McColm, who also rented individual spaces at Salon Lofts, she envisioned a larger space for her business.

The three stylists each had their own Salon Loft spaces and paid individual rent. So they decided it would be more economical to band together and rent one large space.

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Formerly Rocket 88 Doughnuts, this 3,000-square-foot space is being remodeled to fit the needs and aesthetic of Witch Hazel salon. (Photos by Sara Baldwin)

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Their commercial realtor, John Corey of Levi Investment Realty, got them in contact with the building’s new owner.

The lease for the two-story, 3,000-squarefoot-space was signed Jan. 20, and the bulk of the build-out will be done in approximately two weeks.

The top floor will feature eight stations — three for the owners and three to five for booth rentals. The lower level will be home to the color mixing station. The owners eventually want to add a bridal suite or spa.

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Shamrock Builders broke ground Feb. 21 on what will be a 10,000-square-foot facility at the border of Carmel and Westfield. The building will be called Professional Building at Bridgewater, with an address of 14801 Market Center Dr., Carmel. The building has a Carmel address, but is in an area that is technically Westfield. Motion 4 Life Fitness will occupy 6,000 square feet of the building and Gilmore Chiropractic will occupy 2,000 square feet. The remaining 2,000 square feet has not yet been leased. Pictured, from left: Tim Hensley, project manager for Shamrock Builders, Greg O’Herren, owner and contractor at Shamrock Builders, Dr. Carol Weesner, owner of of Motion 4 Life Fitness, Westfield Mayor Andy Cook, Dr. Justin Gilmore, owner of Gilmore Chiropractic and Professional Building at Bridgewater and architect Rick Thomason. (Photo by Sara Baldwin)

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By Heather Collins • editorial@youarecurrent.com A group of local filmmakers are proving Indiana can indeed be a part of film culture, with the making of a local short film “The Homecoming.” The film crew includes writer, producer and cinematographer Dan Cavallini of Noblesville, movies producer and writer Bruce Northern of Geist and director Mark Nash of Carmel.

“It’s about going home to tend to old wounds, and the wounds weren’t what you thought they were,” Cavallini said of the film.

According to Nash, Indiana doesn’t offer special tax incentives, and therefore doesn’t have the infrastructure, for film crews and companies to benefit from filming in Indiana.

Nash cited “The Fault in Our Stars” as a prime example of how Indiana is missing out on film revenue. “The Fault in Our Stars” was filmed in Pennsylvania with a set built to replicate Indianapolis.

“We’re trying to connect something here where folks can stay in the state and keep the money here,” Nash said. “We’ve made this film as a good example that we can make good films with quality actors here in Indiana.”

The cast and crew consists of members of the Screen Actors Guild and the Indiana Filmmakers Network. “The Home-

Director Mark Nash of Carmel on set of “The Homecoming.” (Submitted photo)

coming” showcases the acting debut of Nash’s two stepsons as well as a cameo by his veteran-actress wife, Shani Salyers Stiles.

Songbook winner Yokom to make ATI debut

The film’s score was created by Virgil Franklin, assistant professor of audio recording and production at Vincennes University, and includes the original song “Temporary” by Slaid Cleaves, an Austin-based singer-songwriter.

“This film taught me the joy of collaboration,” Northern said.

The majority of “The Homecoming” was filmed in Indianapolis.

“The reason I wanted to get involved and help produce this film is because it not only includes a phenomenal cast and crew, but proves that Indiana has the talent and strong work ethic that it takes to make a great film come together,” “The Homecoming” film producer Amy Pauszek said. “This film was made locally and it was amazing to see how the community of Lawrence supported it. We recently posted our movie trailer on various social media sites and everyone loved it. People often ask what happens next after a film is finished. Our next step for ‘Homecoming’ is to enter it into the very best film festivals, not just locally but also to film festivals around the world. This is a way for others to experience a well-written, heartfelt story and see the incredible work by all who are involved. I’m proud to be a part of this amazing short film and am so honored to be surrounded by actors, crewmembers and friends who strive to educate and inspire others through art and film.”

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Dispatches

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com

Anjali Rooney, Carmel, plays Garland as a child performer. Katy Gentry McCord, Fishers, plays Garland in her later years.

Annie Yokom is returning to the Center for the PerformFarrell said it’s uncanny how much McCord ing Arts in an iconic role. sounds like Garland.

The 2010 Great American theater Songbook Youth Ambassador winThe Carnegie Hall concert marked a comeback for Garland, then 38. ner will appear as one of three “It’s like almost everybody who was anybody performers to play Judy Garland in the Actors was at that concert,” Farrell said. “She would say Theatre of Indiana’s production of “Beyond the the history of my life is in my songs. You couldn’t Rainbow” at the Studio Theater in Carmel April 28 pick a better selection of songs to go through through May 14.

Yokom the story of her life than what she presented at “We’re very excited to have her make her ATI Carnegie Hall that evening. As she sings certain songs, it’s debut,” said Don Farrell, an ATI co-founder who will direct and choreograph the show. “Everybody at the Great Amer- almost as time stands still and we go through a series of vignettes as it follows the history of her life.” ican Songbook Foundation is thrilled that she got cast.

Garland was born as Frances Gumm. Her parents were There’s a lot of buzz.” vaudeville actors, and she appeared with her two older “Beyond the Rainbow” uses Garland’s memorable consisters as the Gumm Sisters. cert at Carnegie Hall April 23, 1961 to tell the story of her The story follows Garland’s career, battles with drugs life. and alcohol, her five marriages and suicide attempts.

Yokom will play Garland from age 14 up almost to the “It shows her dealing with her own little demons,” Fartime of the concert. rell said.

“It shows the humanity of this icon. It’s a wide range Garland died of an accidental barbiturate overdose at that Annie gets to play,” Farrell said. “It shows all of Garage 47 in 1969. land’s different sides. She was bashful one minute and For more, visit atistage.org. brash the next.”

Another Round to visit Carmel — Another Round, Indiana University’s premiere all-male a cappella singing group, formerly known as Straight No Chaser, will return to Carmel for concerts at 7:30 p.m. March 3 and March 4 at the Carmel Community Playhouse, 14299 Clay Terrace Blvd. Last year’s performance was a sell-out. Tickets are $25 and are available online at carmelplayers.org or by calling 317-815-9387.

Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre announces open call adult auditions – Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre has announced that open call auditions will take place in March for roles in several of its 2017 Season productions.

Open call auditions will take place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., March 13 at Beef & Boards, 9301 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis, with a dance callback at approximately 6:30 p.m. Those auditioning should prepare 16-24 bars of two contrasting vocal selections, with sheet music in the correct key, and be prepared to deliver a monologue or read from a side, if asked. Auditioners need to bring a recent 8-by-10 photo and updated resume, and should dress in appropriate clothing. Availability is required for all rehearsals and all performances. No phone calls, please. For more, visit beefandboards.com.

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Carmel sixth-grader takes acting career to the next level Submitted content courtesy of Beef & Boards

sixth grade.

And until March 8, he’s on the Beef & Boards stage as part of the Red Choir for “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.”

In the process to making his debut on the “It’s really fun to work with other people in Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre stage, Seth Jathe theater community,” the 12-yearcobsen of Carmel was old said. “And I like to entertain theater happy to see a familiar people.” face.

All of that is building the foundation “I loved working with Doug King in for what he hopes will be a profes‘Ragtime,’” he said of the director and sional performing career one day. choreographer for Beef & Boards’ curOf course, it’s not always easy. rent show, ‘Joseph and the Amazing “It can sometimes be challenging to Technicolor Dreamcoat.’ “And I knew Jacobsen memorize songs and choreography,” that the choreography and songs he said. “But I love the challenge.” would be great.”

When he’s not on stage, Jacobsen enjoys The production of “Ragtime” took place at playing the alto saxophone in his school band, St. Luke’s United Methodist Church last year, but that is only one entry on Jacobsen’s grow- as well as ping pong and video games. He is ing resume. He’s performed in multiple produc- the son of Aimee and Allen Jacobsen of Carmel.

For more, visit beefandboards.com. “Joseph tions at the Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette, and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” is Booth Tarkington Civic and Jr. Civic in Carmel, sponsored in part by Current Publishing. as well as Clay Middle School, where he is in

Where’s Amy? Amy Pauszek is a photographer, film producer and scouting and casting associate for Talent Fusion Agency in Indianapolis. She can be reached at Amy@youarecurrent.com. To see more of her photos, visit currentnightandday.com.

Where’s Amy calls ‘Black Dahlia’ pure perfection Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre dancers Erica Steward, Taylar Green, Eduardo Permuy, Abigail Lessaris, GHDT Artistic Director Gregory Hancock, Hannah Brown, Brittney Richards and Cincinnati Ballet dancer Daniel Wagner. (Photo by Amy Pauszek)

Pure perfection. That’s what I felt after seeing the world premiere of Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre’s outstanding production of “The Black Dahlia.” These professional dancers gave powerful performances that kept the audience engaged and included it in a ‘pop up’ dance, clapping and a sing-a-long. The story revolves around the notorious unsolved Hollywood murder of Elizabeth Short in 1947. “The Black Dahlia” was a skillfull collaboration be-

tween Artistic Director Gregory Hancock and the dancers of GHDT. I truly was mesmerized by the dancing, beautifully detailed costumes and the smokey, swanky bar set and lighting design. If you missed it, be sure to get your tickets to see GHDT’s masterpiece “Superhero,” the compelling and poignant portrayal of a man who changed history. “Superhero” comes to The Tarkington April 14-15. For more, visit gregoryhancockdancetheatre.org.

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Vienna Boys Choir to perform

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com The Vienna Boys Choir is bringing its centuries-old tradition to Carmel.

The famous boys choir, formally established in 1498 by Holy Roman Emconcert peror Maximilian I, will perform at 8 p.m. March 4 at the Palladium. The choir is in the midst of a 32-city North American tour, traveling by bus.

There are 22 sacred and secular songs in the program titled “Smile.”

“In the first part, it’s a classical repertoire,” conductor Oliver Stech said. “We have pieces

by Mozart and Mendelssohn and German composers. The second part we will take the audience on a journey through the world with different continents. We have songs from Bulgaria, Germany, Mexico, Venezuela and South Africa. We also have some Austrian songs, including one the audience can sing with us.”

Stech said there will be some movie music, including “The Bare Necessities” from “The Jungle Book.”

“We’ll also have music by Johann Strauss II and his famous waltzes,” said Stech, who joined the choir in 2011. “It’s a very diverse program.”

The performance lasts about two hours.

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The Vienna Boys Choir performs traditional tunes inside a cathedral. The group will visit Carmel when it performs at 8 p.m., March 4 in Carmel. (Submitted photo courtesy of photographer Lukas Beck)

“We’ve been received well so far by American audiences,” Stech said. “The program is titled ‘Smile” and they have a lot of things to smile about, especially in the second half of the program where they see the boys dancing.

We have a few songs that are choreographed, which makes the show more fresh and funny.”

The Vienna Boys Choir is composed of four separate ensembles of 23 to 26 boys, all between the ages of 10 and 14. Each one has its own conductor.

Approximately 11 weeks of the school year are devoted to touring for each ensemble.

The choir has recorded more than 300 singles, starting in 1907.

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Anjali Rooney performing with ‘family’ at Beef & Boards Submitted content courtesy of Beef & Boards

ing an actor on Broadway. And this show’s message resonates with her.

“I really love this story,” Rooney said. “It shows us that no matter where you come For someone who is only 12 years old, havfrom and whatever people’s opinions are ing all of your extended family living in other of you, never give up. Follow your countries might seem dreams, always try your best and you theater lonely. can truly become whatever you want But for Anjali to be.”

Rooney of Carmel, the situation creFor Rooney, that dream is to be on ated the opportunity to find kinship in stage. other places.

“I love being able to tell a story,” “I do not have any extended family she said. “In real life, if you suddenly in Indiana as all of my family lives in Rooney break out into song or dance, people either Ireland or South Africa,” Rooney will think you are crazy. That’s what I love said. “My theater friends in Indiana are now about theater. It gives me the opportunity to my second family.” step into someone else’s shoes and have fun And from now until March 8, Beef & Boards DATE NICKEL PLATE ARTSas being completely different.”

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Blueprint for Improvement: 1970s main level remodel Commentary by Larry Greene

After solutions:

After

The goal was to design a kitchen with better work flow and cosmetically update the adjoining spaces.

1. In the kitchen, a pantry was removed to create a designated space for the refrigerator and a beverage station. Below the beverage station is a drawer that houses dog bowls that can be hidden away when not in use.

2. Bulkheads and low ceilings were removed to visually open up the kitchen and create more cabinet space.

3. The kitchen island was created to be as functional as possible. It houses a drawer for trash bins as well as designated locations for appliances.

4. The living room now has custom built-ins and an updated fireplace surround.

5. The powder bath now features a tile accent wall that really gives the space the style it was lacking before.

Before Background Info: This 1970s home in the Brookshire neighborhood in Carmel was in need of many functional and aesthetic updates.

Before problems: The owners were looking for design strategies to develop more functionality in their home and meet their stylistic needs. Their kitchen had low 8-feet ceilings and unpractical functionality. Their family room lacked personality and the powder bath was dated.

Larry Greene is the owner of Case Design/Remodeling. You may email him at lgreene@caseindy.com. To see more before-and-after pictures of this project, visit caseindy.com/blog.

Case wins ‘Houzz’ awards

By Sara Baldwin • news@currentincarmel.com

A local team of home remodeling experts, Case Design/Remodeling of Indy, has won Best of Houzz 2017 in achievement the categories of design and customer service.

Houzz.com is an online platform for home remodeling and design. The Best of Houzz awards are given annually in three categories; design, customer service and photography.

Case, a 13-year staple in the Carmel design industry, was chosen from among more than 1 million active home building, remodeling and design industry professionals.

“The design awards are picked by representatives of Houzz, by going through the hundreds of thousands of images,” said Michelle Doischen, a marketing representative for Case.

“They have a team of people there who determine, based on the photos, which businesses deserve best design.”

The customer service award is based on the number and types of reviews each company receives.

“Case has a lot of reviews from people in the area, and many people are saying that they had good experiences in terms of the

design, quality and craftsmanship,” Doischen said. “A lot of remodeling is about the interaction with the people. It’s not just about the finished product, it’s also about the whole experience along the way.”

On the Case Design/Remodeling of Indy profile on Houzz.com, there are 10 awards and five badges dating to 2012, including the “Houzz Influencer” badge. The Houzz Influencer achievement recognizes that the professional’s knowledge and advice is highly valued by the Houzz community.

According to Liza Hausman, vice president of industry marketing for Houzz, each of the award-winning businesses were recognized by the community of homeowners and design enthusiasts for helping turn their home improvement dreams into reality.

“We are so honored to receive both the design and service awards from Houzz again this year. It is a true testament to the hard work of our entire team and to the wonderful homeowners with which we have the privilege to work,” said Larry Greene, president of Case Design/Remodeling of Indy.

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Church of the Beatitudes near Capernaum, Israel. (Photo by Don Knebel)

The Church of the Beatitudes Commentary by Don Knebel

and eight marble sides symbolizing the eight Beatitudes.

The church is set among gardens and trees and provides a magnificent view of the Sea of Galilee and the fertile Plain of Gennesaret. In March 2000, Pope John Paul II celebrated mass at the church, speaking to a crowd assembled on the hillside below just as they might have been at the time of Jesus.

The Church of the Beatitudes, located above the north shore of Israel’s Sea of Galilee, remembers Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount, among the most famous sermons in travel history. The church is named for the Beatitudes in that sermon, eight statements beginning with the word “Blessed.”

The Bible does not indicate where the Sermon on the Mount Don Knebel is a local resident who works for Barnes & Thornburg LLP. For the full column visit donknebel.com. was given beyond saying that Jesus “went up on a mounYou may contact him at news@currentzionsville.com. tainside.” In about 380 A.D., Egeria, a Spanish pilgrim, wrote a report on her trip to the Holy Land in which she claimed to have identified the hill on which Jesus preached, and another area in which he fed 5,000 people from five loaves of bread and two fish. Based on Elgeria’s description, the Byzantines built a church honoring the Sermon on the HELP IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER. Mount on the side of a hill once known as Mt. Eremos, FREE IN-SHOP just west of Capernaum.

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS City of Carmel, Indiana Department: Board of Public Works and Safety One Civic Square City of Carmel, Indiana 46032 Project: 16-ENG-50 Rangeline Road and City Center Drive Roundabout Notice is hereby given that the Board of Public Works and Safety for the City of Carmel, Hamilton County, Indiana will receive sealed bids for the above described “Project” at the office of the Clerk Treasurer, One Civic Square, Carmel, Indiana (City Hall) until 9:45 a.m. EST and in the Council Chambers at the same address between the hours of 9:45 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. EST on or before March 15th, 2017, and commencing as soon as practicable thereafter on the same date such bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Council Chambers of City Hall. No late bids will be accepted.

All bids and proposals shall be properly and completely executed on the proposal forms provided with the plans and specifications, which will include the non-collusion affidavit as required by the State of Indiana. The bid envelope must be sealed and have the words “BID – Rangeline Road and City Center Drive Roundabout” A bid bond or certified check in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount bid must be submitted with each bid. A one hundred percent (100%) performance and payment bond will also be required of the successful bidder. It is intended that actual construction of all work divisions shall be started as soon as practicable, and each bidder shall be prepared to enter promptly into a construction contract, furnish a performance bond, and begin work without delay in the event the award is made to him.

The Project consists of, but is not necessarily limited to, the following: Converting the existing signalized four-way intersection at Rangeline Road and City Center Drive to a multi-lane roundabout.

Contract Documents for the Project have been assembled into one bound project manual, which together with drawings, may be examined at the following locations: City of Carmel Department of Engineering - 1st Floor One Civic Square Carmel, IN 46032 (317) 571-2441 Copies of such drawings and project manuals must be obtained from Reprographix (Reprographix.com). Payments and costs of Contract Documents are non-refundable.

Bidders shall assure that they have obtained complete sets of drawings and Contract Documents and shall assume the risk of any errors or omissions in bids prepared in reliance on incomplete sets of drawings and Contract Documents.

This Project will be funded by the City of Carmel.

A pre-bid conference for discussions of the Project, the bidding requirements and other important matters will be held on Wednesday March 8th, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. EST in the Caucus Room on the 2nd Floor of City Hall (One Civic Square). All prospective bidders are invited to attend the pre-bid conference. The pre-bid conference is not mandatory.

For special accommodations needed by handicapped individuals planning to attend the pre-bid conference or public bid opening meeting, please call or notify the city of Carmel, Engineer’s Office, at (317) 571-2441 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior thereto.

No bidder may withdraw any bid or proposal within a period of thirty (30) days following the date set for receiving bids or proposals.

The Carmel Board of Public Works and Safety reserves the right to hold any or all bids or proposals for a period of not more than thirty (30) days and said bids or proposal shall remain in full force and effect during said period. The City of Carmel reserves the right to reject and/ or cancel any and all bids, solicitations and/or offers in whole or in part as specified in the solicitations when it is not in the best interests of the governmental body as determined by the purchasing agency in accordance with IC 5-22-18-2 Christine S. Pauley Clerk-Treasurer

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CARMEL PLAN COMMISSION Docket No. 17020003 DP Amend/ADLS: JDF Development – Shoppes at Weston Pointe.

Notice is hereby given that the Carmel Plan Commission will meet on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers (2nd Floor), One Civic Square, Carmel, Indiana 46032 to hold a Public Hearing for an application for site plan and design approval for two buildings totaling 18,558 s.f., on 3.69 acres.

The application, filed on behalf of JDF Development LLC, is identified as Docket No. 17020003 DP Amend/ADLS The real estate affected by said application is located generally at the southeast corner of US 421 and Weston Pointe Drive.

The real estate is also identifiable as Parcel No. 17-13-06-00-00028.003.

The details of the application are on file in the Department of Community Services Office, 3rd Floor of City Hall, One Civic Square, Carmel, Indiana 46032, and may be examined during normal office hours.

All interested persons desiring to present their views on the above application, either in writing or verbally, will be given an opportunity to be heard at the above-mentioned time and place.

The Public Hearing may be continued to a future date from time to time as may be found necessary.

Petitioner: JDF Development LLC c/o Steven D. Hardin, Esq., Faegre Baker Daniels, LLP 600 East 96th Street, Suite 600 Indianapolis, IN 46240 Phone: (317) 569-9600 Fax: (317) 569-4800 NOTICE TO BIDDERS City of Carmel, Indiana Department: Board of Public Works and Safety One Civic Square City of Carmel, Indiana 46032 Project: Project # 16-ENG-15 Hazel Dell + Keystone Parkway Roundabout Site Improvements Notice is hereby given that the Board of Public Works and Safety for the City of Carmel, Hamilton County, Indiana will receive sealed bids for the above described “Project” at the office of the Clerk Treasurer, One Civic Square, Carmel, Indiana (City Hall) until 9:45 EST and in the Council Chambers at the same address between the hours of 9:45 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. EST on or before March 15, 2017 , and commencing as soon as practicable thereafter on the same date such bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Council Chambers of City Hall. No late bids will be accepted.

All bids and proposals shall be properly and completely executed on the proposal forms provided with the plans and specifications, which will include the non-collusion affidavit as required by the State of Indiana. The bid envelope must be sealed and have the words “BID – Project #16-ENG-15 Hazel Dell + Keystone Parkway Roundabout Site Improvements.”

A bid bond or certified check in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount bid must be submitted with each bid. A one hundred percent (100%) performance and payment bond will also be required of the successful bidder. It is intended that actual construction of all work divisions shall be started as soon as practicable, and each bidder shall be prepared to enter promptly into a construction contract, furnish a performance bond, and begin work without delay in the event the award is made to him.

The Project consists of, but is not necessarily limited to, the following: Hardscape and softscape installation at and adjacent to the roundabouts at Keystone Parkway and 106th, 116th, Carmel Dr, 126th, and 136th. Improvements also include Hazel Dell at 116th, Main, and 126th. Median and shoulder softscape installation at mentioned intersections. Project includes construction of stone walls, cast stone urns, lighting, irrigation, electrical connections, plant material, and complete site restoration.

Contract Documents for the Project have been assembled into one bound project manual, which together with drawings, may be examined at the following locations: City of Carmel Department of Engineering - 1st Floor One Civic Square Carmel, IN 46032 (317) 571-2441 Copies of such drawings and project manuals must be obtained from Reprographix (Reprographix.com). Payments and costs of Contract Documents are non-refundable.

Bidders shall assure that they have obtained complete sets of drawings and Contract Documents and shall assume the risk of any errors or omissions in bids prepared in reliance on incomplete sets of drawings and Contract Documents.

Department of Engineering - 1st Floor One Civic Square Carmel, IN 46032 (317) 571-2441 Copies of such drawings and project manuals must be obtained from Reprographix (Reprographix.com). Payments and costs of Contract Documents are non-refundable.

Bidders shall assure that they have obtained complete sets of drawings and Contract Documents and shall assume the risk of any errors or omissions in bids prepared in reliance on incomplete sets of drawings and Contract Documents.

This Project will be funded by the City of Carmel.

A pre-bid conference for discussions of the Project, the bidding requirements and other important matters will be held on March 8, 2017 & 11:00am in the Caucus Room on the 2nd Floor of City Hall (One Civic Square). All prospective bidders are invited to attend the pre-bid conference. The pre-bid conference is not mandatory.

For special accommodations needed by handicapped individuals planning to attend the pre-bid conference or public bid opening meeting, please call or notify the city of Carmel, Engineer’s Office, at (317) 571-2441 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior thereto.

No bidder may withdraw any bid or proposal within a period of thirty (30) days following the date set for receiving bids or proposals.

The Carmel Board of Public Works and Safety reserves the right to hold any or all bids or proposals for a period of not more than thirty (30) days and said bids or proposal shall remain in full force and effect during said period. The City of Carmel reserves the right to reject and/ or cancel any and all bids, solicitations and/or offers in whole or in part as specified in the solicitations when it is not in the best interests of the governmental body as determined by the purchasing agency in accordance with IC 5-22-18-2 Christine S. Pauley Clerk-Treasurer NOTICE TO BIDDERS City of Carmel, Indiana Department:Board of Public Works and Safety One Civic Square City of Carmel, Indiana 46032 Project: Multi-Use Path Along Ditch Rd from 106th St to 116th St (16-ENG-20) Notice is hereby given that the Board of Public Works and Safety for the City of Carmel, Hamilton County, Indiana will receive sealed bids for the above described “Project” at the office of the Clerk Treasurer, One Civic Square, Carmel, Indiana (City Hall) until 9:45 EST and in the Council Chambers at the same address between the hours of 9:45 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. EST on or before 03/15/2017, and commencing as soon as practicable thereafter on the same date such bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Council Chambers of City Hall. No late bids will be accepted.

All bids and proposals shall be properly and completely executed on the proposal forms provided with the plans and specifications, which will include the non-collusion affidavit as required by the State of Indiana. The bid envelope must be sealed and have the words “BID – Multi-Use Path Along Ditch Rd from 106th St to 116th St (16-ENG20)”.

A bid bond or certified check in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount bid must be submitted with each bid. A one hundred percent (100%) performance and payment bond will also be required of the successful bidder. It is intended that actual construction of all work divisions shall be started as soon as practicable, and each bidder shall be prepared to enter promptly into a construction contract, furnish a performance bond, and begin work without delay in the event the award is made to him.

The Project consists of, but is not necessarily limited to, the following: Construction of a new 10’ wide multi-use path on the west side of Ditch Rd between 106th and 116th St. Two culverts of a Williams Creek tributary crossing Ditch Rd will also be replaced as part of the project, and a concrete headwall will be constructed on twin culverts at Clay Creek. New storm sewers, curb and gutter, and retaining walls will be constructed at various locations in the project.

Contract Documents for the Project have been assembled into one bound project manual, which together with drawings, may be examined at the following locations: City of Carmel Department of Engineering - 1st Floor One Civic Square Carmel, IN 46032 (317) 571-2441 Copies of such drawings and project manuals must be obtained from Reprographix (Reprographix.com). Payments and costs of Contract Documents are non-refundable.

Bidders shall assure that they have obtained complete sets of drawings and Contract Documents and shall assume the risk of any errors or omissions in bids prepared in reliance on incomplete sets of drawings and Contract Documents.

This Project will be funded by the City of Carmel.

A pre-bid conference for discussions of the Project, the bidding requirements and other important matters will be held on March 6, 2017 at 10 am in the Caucus Room on the 2nd Floor of City Hall (One Civic Square). All prospective bidders are invited to attend the pre-bid

from Reprographix (Reprographix.com). Payments and costs of Contract Documents are non-refundable.

Bidders shall assure that they have obtained complete sets of drawings and Contract Documents and shall assume the risk of any errors or omissions in bids prepared in reliance on incomplete sets of drawings and Contract Documents.

This Project will be funded by the City of Carmel.

A pre-bid conference for discussions of the Project, the bidding requirements and other important matters will be held on March 6, 2017 at 10 am in the Caucus Room on the 2nd Floor of City Hall (One Civic Square). All prospective bidders are invited to attend the pre-bid conference. The pre-bid conference is not mandatory.

For special accommodations needed by handicapped individuals planning to attend the pre-bid conference or public bid opening meeting, please call or notify the city of Carmel, Engineer’s Office, at (317) 571-2441 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior thereto.

No bidder may withdraw any bid or proposal within a period of thirty (30) days following the date set for receiving bids or proposals.

The Carmel Board of Public Works and Safety reserves the right to hold any or all bids or proposals for a period of not more than thirty (30) days and said bids or proposal shall remain in full force and effect during said period. The City of Carmel reserves the right to reject and/ or cancel any and all bids, solicitations and/or offers in whole or in part as specified in the solicitations when it is not in the best interests of the governmental body as determined by the purchasing agency in accordance with IC 5-22-18-2 Christine S. Pauley Clerk-Treasurer NOTICE TO BIDDERS City of Carmel, Indiana Department Board of Public Works and Safety One Civic Square City of Carmel, Indiana 46032 Project: 16-ENG-23, 16-ENG-24, and 16-ENG-25 Intersection Improvements Notice is hereby given that the Board of Public Works and Safety for the City of Carmel, Hamilton County, Indiana will receive sealed bids for the above described “Project” at the office of the Clerk Treasurer, One Civic Square, Carmel, Indiana (City Hall) until 9:45 EST and in the Council Chambers at the same address between the hours of 9:45 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. EST on or before March 15, 2017, and commencing as soon as practicable thereafter on the same date such bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Council Chambers of City Hall. No late bids will be accepted.

All bids and proposals shall be properly and completely executed on the proposal forms provided with the plans and specifications, which will include the non-collusion affidavit as required by the State of Indiana. The bid envelope must be sealed and have the words “BID – 16-ENG-23, 16-ENG-24, and 16-ENG-25 Intersection Improvements”.

A bid bond or certified check in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount bid must be submitted with each bid. A one hundred percent (100%) performance and payment bond will also be required of the successful bidder. It is intended that actual construction of all work divisions shall be started as soon as practicable, and each bidder shall be prepared to enter promptly into a construction contract, furnish a performance bond, and begin work without delay in the event the award is made to him.

The Project consists of, but is not necessarily limited to, the following: Improving the intersections of Guilford Rd. and City Center Dr., Guilford Rd. and Carmel Dr., and Carmel Dr. and City Center Dr. by constructing a roundabout at each intersection. Utility improvements are incorporated in to the scope of this project.

Contract Documents for the Project have been assembled into one bound project manual, which together with drawings, may be examined at the following locations: City of Carmel Department of Engineering - 1st Floor One Civic Square Carmel, IN 46032 (317) 571-2441 Copies of such drawings and project manuals must be obtained from Reprographix (Reprographix.com). Payments and costs of Contract Documents are non-refundable.

Bidders shall assure that they have obtained complete sets of drawings and Contract Documents and shall assume the risk of any errors or omissions in bids prepared in reliance on incomplete sets of drawings and Contract Documents.

This Project will be funded by the City of Carmel.

A pre-bid conference for discussions of the Project, the bidding requirements and other important matters will be held on March 6, 2017 at 3:30 p.m. EST in the Caucus Room on the 2nd Floor of City Hall (One Civic Square). All prospective bidders are invited to attend the pre-bid conference. The pre-bid conference is not mandatory.

For special accommodations needed by handicapped individuals planning to attend the pre-bid conference or public bid opening meeting, please call or notify the city of Carmel, Engineer’s Office, at (317) 571-2441 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior thereto.

No bidder may withdraw any bid or proposal within a period of thirty (30) days following the date set for receiving bids or proposals.

The Carmel Board of Public Works and Safety reserves the right to hold any or all bids or proposals for a period of not more than thirty

requirements and other important matters will be held on March 6, 2017 at 3:30 p.m. EST in the Caucus Room on the 2nd Floor of City Hall (One Civic Square). All prospective bidders are invited to attend the pre-bid conference. The pre-bid conference is not mandatory.

For special accommodations needed by handicapped individuals planning to attend the pre-bid conference or public bid opening meeting, please call or notify the city of Carmel, Engineer’s Office, at (317) 571-2441 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior thereto.

No bidder may withdraw any bid or proposal within a period of thirty (30) days following the date set for receiving bids or proposals.

The Carmel Board of Public Works and Safety reserves the right to hold any or all bids or proposals for a period of not more than thirty (30) days and said bids or proposal shall remain in full force and effect during said period. The City of Carmel reserves the right to reject and/ or cancel any and all bids, solicitations and/or offers in whole or in part as specified in the solicitations when it is not in the best interests of the governmental body as determined by the purchasing agency in accordance with IC 5-22-18-2 Christine S. Pauley Clerk-Treasurer

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Governmental Activities

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CARMEL PLAN COMMISSION Docket Number: 17020004 DP/ADLS Notice is hereby given that the Carmel Plan Commission meeting on March 21, 2017 at 6:00pm in the City Hall Council Chambers, 1 Civic Square, Carmel, Indiana 46032 will hold a Public Hearing upon a/an Development Plan/ADLS in order to: Redevelop the site with a new 2-story, 2,600 sf STAR Financial Bank Branch with drive-through, associated parking and landscaping.

The property address is: 140 East Carmel Drive, Carmel, IN 46032.

The application is identified as Docket No. 17020004 DDP/ADLS. The real estate affected by said application is described as follows: Parcel Number: 16-10-31-00-01-001.001 All interested persons desiring to present their views on the above application, either in writing or verbally, will be given an opportunity to be heard at the above mentioned time and place.

Petitioner: Brad Smith – Hagerman Group NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CARMEL PLAN COMMISSION Docket Nos. 17010017 Z NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Carmel Plan Commission, meeting on the 21st day of March, 2017 at 6:00 o’clock p.m., in the Council Chambers, Second Floor, City Hall, One Civic Square, Carmel, Indiana 46032, will hold a Public Hearing regarding the application identified by the Docket Number referenced above which is seeking approval of rezone request (the “Application”) pertaining to a parcel of real estate that is approximately 9.061 acres in size and is identified

by Hamilton County Auditor Tax Parcel Identification Number 16-1408-00-00-018.101 and has a common address of 4538 E. 96th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46240 (the “Real Estate”).

The Real Estate is located west of and adjacent to Randall Drive and north of 96th Street. The Real Estate is currently zoned B-3/ Business. The Application requests to rezone the Real Estate to the “CRG Planned Unit Development” to permit the development of a community that will consist of approximately 195 apartments.

A copy of each application is on file for examination at the Department of Community Services, Carmel City Hall, One Civic Square, Carmel, IN 46032, telephone 317/571-2417.

All interested persons desiring to present their views on the Application, either in writing or verbally, will be given an opportunity to be heard at the above-mentioned time and place. Written comments filed with the Department of Community Services prior to or at the Public Hearing will be considered, and oral comments will be heard at the Public Hearing. The Public Hearing may be continued from time to time as may be found necessary.

CITY OF CARMEL, INDIANA Lisa Motz, Secretary, City of Carmel Plan Commission APPLICANT CRG Residential c/o David George, VP of Development 805 City Center Drive, Suite 160 Carmel, IN. 46032 ATTORNEY FOR APPLICANT James E. Shinaver, Attorney Jon Dobosiewicz, Professional Land Planner Nelson & Frankenberger, LLC 550 Congressional Blvd., Suite 210 Carmel, IN 46032 Phone: (317) 844-0106

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WATER

STORM WATER

Local Fund 0 0 1 102 103 106 107 108 109 110 201 202 203 204 206 209 210 211 212 220 221 252 301 302 403 405 450 501 502 503 504 505 506 801 802 851 852 853 854 900 902 903 904 911 912 919 920 999 0 2012 651 652 659 660 601 602 604 605 606 609 610 250

Local Fund Name Carmel City Court Payroll Fund General Ambulance Fund Parks Capital Park Impact Fee Fund Hazardous Material Response Fund Parks Program Fund Parks Monon Fund Parks Facilities Fund Motor Vehicle Highway Local Road And Street Cumulative Capital Improvement Capital Lease Cumulative Capital Sewer Deferral Fund User Fee Fund Cumulative Captial Development Illinois St Construction Fund Barrett Law Fund Barrett Law Surplus MIHP Fund Health Insurance Fund Workers Comp Fund Lease Rental Fund 2004 Road Bond Fund Old Town/126Th Street Dnr/Tree City Clerk’s Record Perpetuation Court Interperter Fund Support For The Arts Public Defenders Fund JUDICIAL SALARY FEES Police Pension Fund Fire Pension Fund Fire Gift Fund Police Gift Parks Gift Fund Community Relations Gift Fund Grant Fund Redevelopment Commission Economic Fund Housing Authority Drug Task Force Rainy Day Throughfare Fund Keystone Ave Fund Levy Excess Fund Wastewater Bond & Interest At Bony Sewage Works Revenue Bonds Sewer Operating Sewer Depreciating Sewer Connection Fund Sewer Availability Fund Water Operating Hydrant Meter Deposit Fund Water Depreciation Water Bond & Interest Water Sinking Fund Water Connection Water Availability Non Reverting Storm Water Total All Funds

Beg Cash & Inv Bal Jan 1, 2016 $155,947.23 $183,238.79 $4,847,952.01 $516,959.34 $459,732.34 $3,827,885.01 $13,215.17 $2,590,633.76 $2,427,521.17 $11,112.84 $3,728,451.65 $668,332.29 $183,884.86 $0.00 $286,036.68 $536,244.97 $161,678.92 $316,030.15 $953,625.77 $5.67 $166,098.59 $33,008.28 $2,476,345.49 $208,355.70 $3,849.84 $4,375.86 $459.49 $62,830.53 $150,414.51 $60.01 $19,133.77 $3,429.65 $198,134.40 $147,848.31 $39,468.36 $24,674.55 $24,699.82 $45,534.03 $81,993.27 -$246,208.85 $2,530,255.13 $48,538.03 $58,832.29 $578,521.14 $8,420,322.35 $513,898.32 $188,515.09 $0.18 $2,767,630.49 $0.65 $280,909.23 $0.08 $204,472.37 $694.88 -$3,500,078.35 $42,600.00 $0.11 $1,381,147.00 $58.51 $2,609,057.39 -$1,986,529.69 $2,109,202.67 $41,561,042.10

Receipts $0.00 $52,532,738.19 $79,176,060.37 $1,331,533.66 $1,476.97 $910,690.07 $11,221.90 $4,057,196.12 $5,688,423.24 $79,435.92 $15,308,335.34 $1,225,157.22 $201,941.73 $1,280,750.60 $159.93 $29,639.23 $119,510.42 $3,357,258.97 $1,619.62 $0.00 $269.98 $12,186.98 $13,383,678.39 $448,294.67 $2.81 $3,069,204.37 $0.26 $35.13 $43,744.37 $0.13 $900,000.00 $2,418.76 $41,033.92 $546,629.32 $558,387.30 $42,468.38 $26,358.03 $5,095.40 $446,350.61 $567,141.24 $33,247,644.27 $27.14 $32.89 $380,714.85 $15,378,848.27 $250,373.63 $328.58 $0.00 $1,809,617.73 $0.00 $9,438,431.41 $369,506.81 $380,675.83 $49,812.74 $30,284,204.50 $2,335.92 $285,622.50 $94,003.00 $5,566,842.45 $2,029,914.73 $252,729.21 $3,119,957.26 $288,348,073.27

Disbursements $0.00 $52,577,905.68 $82,384,485.93 $1,350,305.14 $29,160.02 $512,081.18 $0.00 $3,690,006.96 $5,449,305.31 $32,727.51 $14,429,828.38 $792,539.95 $154,228.05 $1,264,530.30 $0.00 $199,706.16 $105,881.58 $3,396,810.73 $768,549.72 $0.00 $0.00 $19,834.45 $12,309,900.52 $335,579.84 $0.00 $2,914,500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $13,665.89 $0.00 $900,000.00 $0.00 $50,512.50 $546,007.61 $567,480.63 $37,558.55 $27,707.59 $18,045.34 $404,457.78 $342,268.00 $28,239,197.47 $0.00 $0.00 $249,407.49 $0.00 $0.00 $113,800.00 $0.00 $1,800,705.50 $0.65 $9,632,605.15 $369,506.50 $565,641.64 $42,050.96 $29,636,553.36 $420.92 $285,622.46 $0.00 $5,563,862.50 $3,128,565.28 $209,013.44 $1,982,650.18 $267,445,174.80

End Cash & Inv Bal Dec 31, 2017 $155,947.23 $138,071.30 $1,639,526.45 $498,187.86 $432,049.29 $4,226,493.90 $24,437.07 $2,957,822.92 $2,666,639.10 $57,821.25 $4,606,958.61 $1,100,949.56 $231,598.54 $16,220.30 $286,196.61 $366,178.04 $175,307.76 $276,478.39 $186,695.67 $5.67 $166,368.57 $25,360.81 $3,550,123.36 $321,070.53 $3,852.65 $159,080.23 $459.75 $62,865.66 $180,492.99 $60.14 $19,133.77 $5,848.41 $188,655.82 $148,470.02 $30,375.03 $29,584.38 $23,350.26 $32,584.09 $123,886.10 -$21,335.61 $7,538,701.93 $48,565.17 $58,865.18 $709,828.50 $23,799,170.62 $764,271.95 $75,043.67 $0.18 $2,776,542.72 $0.00 $86,735.49 $0.39 $19,506.56 $8,456.66 -$2,852,427.21 $44,515.00 $0.15 $1,475,150.00 $3,038.46 $1,510,406.84 -$1,942,813.92 $3,246,509.75 $62,463,940.57

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Across 1. Family Leisure hot tubs 5. Kid 10. Carmel ___ Club 14. Center of Another Broken Egg Cafe 15. Vietnam capital 16. Eiteljorg Museum tribe 17. ISO musical mark

18. Melody Inn jukebox platter 19. Marsh laundry detergent 20. Lake County city impossible to miss?

23. SS Peter & Paul Cathedral area 24. Catches one’s breath at the Monon Center 25. Scooby-Doo’s pal

29. Unable to hear 31. Sleekly designed, like an Indy race car 32. Supermodel Klum 34. MCL option: pie ___ mode 37. Tippecanoe County city’s furry forecaster?

41. UFO crew 42. Shoot-’em-up flick

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43. Outback Steakhouse sauce 44. The Bachelor airer in Indy 45. Agree 47. In the know 50. Lowe’s purchase 52. Ohio County city’s bloom?

59. Blue-pencil an article in Current 60. Indianapolis Square Dance Club group, e.g.

61. Conner Prairie hay unit 62. Anatomical knot at IU Health 63. Birth-related at Riley Hospital 64. Sit in I-69 traffic 65. Dazzles 66. Poet Dickinson 67. Got ready to drive at Pebble Brook Golf Club Down 1. Lip-___ 2. A “D” at Fishers HS 3. Zionsville HS choir member 4. Distort, as data 5. Like the water at Geist, sometimes 6. Saintly glows 7. Many a film at Landmark Keystone Art 8. Joe’s Butcher Shop cut 9. Practice girth control 10. Former Pacers all-star Schrempf 11. Indianapolis Opera highlights 12. Abstained 13. Personal ad verb 21. Hoosier Park’s unlikely winner 22. Westfield HS whiz kid 25. Tonto’s Kemo ___ 26. Chris Wright summer

weather topic 27. Liberal pursuits at Butler 28. Understood 29. Last name in fashion at Saks 30. PU email address ender 32. House Hunters net.

33. Before, in verse 34. Greeting at Morse Reservoir 35. One and only 36. Matures at Traders Point Winery 38. Sophia of Two Women 39. Have a pepperoni pie at Firehouse Pizza 40. Carmel furs name 44. Jots down 45. “Speak ___ and...”

46. Apiece, at a Noblesville HS

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48. Frequent heir 49. Comment to an IRT audience 50. ___-frutti 51. Former Pacers all-star Jermaine 53. Over the fence at Victory Field 54. Swindle 55. Life lines?

56. Walk in Cool Creek 57. Vogue rival 58. Jazz Kitchen saxophonist’s need Answers on Page 35

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SERVING SERVING CARMEL, CARMEL, EAST EAST ZIONSVILLE ZIONSVILLE && WESTFIELD WESTFIELD

FORMERLY FORMERLY 317-922-9900 317-922-9900

Speedway Termite & Pest Control, Inc Serving Indianapolis and Surrounding Communities since 1932

Termite, Mosquito and Rodent Control Ants, Fleas, Bees, Bed Bugs and other Insect Pests WDI Inspections O: 317.247.9177 • M: 317.332.5556 msalt12@aol.com • speedwaytermiteandpestcontrol.com

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Services

240 East Carmel Drive | Carmel Office: (317) 846-5861 Cell: (317) 506-9239

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Clean of Hearts Cleaning Service Collecting dust since 2005

• Residential Cleaning • Move Ins/Move Outs • Quality Service • Satisfaction Guaranteed

317-430-7684

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Kingston’s BAND REHEARSAL SPACE Book a session for your band!

3 hours/$50 1,000 SF studio, lounge with 60” plasma TV, full PA & backline provided, drums available 340 Ridgepoint Drive, Carmel rick@idealtalentinc.com 317-979-0137 Like us on Facebook!

“Between the awesome physical facility, and the exceptional personal service, look no further than Kingston’s.”

-Travis Jensen, An Innocent Band

Call now for $20 off your first cleaning!

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Pet & House Sitting Service www.pawpatrolindy.com 16 years Experience

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317-802-6565 317-432-1627

“The Safe and Reliable Alternative to Boarding” Insured/Bonded Serving Carmel & Westfield

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Need help creating from scratch?

Over 20 yrs exp. I can help $50 for review and polish. $75 for creation.

Txt Stephanie at 317-902-4662.

Rick’s Lawn Service

Residential lawn mowing, weed eating, clean up.

Carmel area. Lowest rates in town.

(317) 679-6611

• MICROCURRENT BODY CONTOURING & FACIALS • HCG (Rx) AND HOMEOPATHIC WEIGHT LOSS • SOQI FAR INFRA-RED DETOX SPA

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LAWN CARE & LANDSCAPING

Locally owned/operated over 40 YRS * SPRING CLEAN UP * MULCH * MOWING * FERTILIZING * TEAR OUT/REPLACE * FREE ESTIMATES CALL 317-491-3491

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Will clean out houses, garages, basements, attics, etc; move/haul furniture, trash, etc. clean gutters, rake leaves; run errands; do odd jobs, render personal services. Full insured.: Text or call Jay@ 574-398-2135: Now accepting reservations for snow removal

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VISA, MasterCard acceptedReach 126,095 homes weekly

Wth recording artist Duke Tumatoe Learn from professional and have fun All levels - in Carmel duke@duketumatoe.com or 317-201-5856

Natural Path to Health, LLC

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1 set of fireplace tools (6) [$15], Metal frame workbench with vice and miter saw guide and saw, has shelf below. 7’W x 2’5”D x 31”H [$30]. Wood bar/workbench with Formica top with upper shelf nd shelves below. [$25] Piano,upright with antique Pecan finish.

59”W x 58”H x 28”D. Plays well. [$40].

Toaster oven, Oster, new in box [18]..

Refrigerator, Kenmore with top freezer.

66”H x 33”W x 29”D. [$60]. Desk, Danish style with leather top. 4 drawers and 2 sliding doors under top shelf for bills, mail, storage.

54”W x 32” x29/35”H. [$25]. Microwave oven, counter top model, Sharp, $30.: Stove, Whirlpool, 4 burners, oven & storage drawer. $125: Clothes dryer, Kenmore,electric, white. $75.: Clothes washer, Whirlpool, white. $75.

Auto ramps & stands, raises wheels up 9”, Good for changing mower blades. $15 Stan @ 317-306-5628, Carmel IN.

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The Electric Bike Center

622 South Rangeline Rd Suite S Car. 46032 E-Bikes are Fun. E-Bikes riding is Healthy.

E-Bikes can be an alternative form Transportation.

Test ride an E-bike, anytime!

Winter Hours: Thursday - Saturdays (1-4) Call anytime for schedule appointment outside normal hours.

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Beginners thru Advanced All styles Electric-Acoustic-Bass Private Lessons Parent-Child Lessons near Carey Road & 146th Carmel

For pricing e-mail your ad to classifieds@youarecurrent.com

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Lost Male Cat since June 7th, 2016.

Approx 9 years old, 11 lbs, neutered.

Goes by Schneider.

Last seen at 136th, and Meridian.

Please call Pat at 317 513 8333 if found.

3121 Village Park N. Dr., Carmel, 46033 3 bed, 2 bath $1300/month Westfield Schools Brandi Welch, AM Rentals 138 W. Carmel Dr. 317-848-1588 • www.amrelo.com

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Beautiful, Georgian Style 5 Bedroom / 6 Bathroom Country Estate • 8,900+ TSF • 8.12 AC • Pond • Pool with Cabana • Storage Building • Many Indoor Amenities Including: Main Level Master Suite with Fireplace, Large Open Concept Living Area, Private Home Office, Home Theater, Finished Basement and More!

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Private Showings Available by Appointment See Website for Full Terms and Conditions Cause #: 29D02-1011-MF-001518 10% Buyer’s Premium Seth Seaton: AU10900115 AC30900124

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We are looking to HIRE YOU If you have a compassionate heart and a nurturing soul, Clarity Care is interested in hiring you.

We provide non-medical, adult in-home care.

We offer: • Flexible schedule - full and part time • Competitive pay - $10-$15 per hour • Night bonus/referral bonus • Employee retirement plan • Custom match care giver to client 317-774-0074 option 5 Apply@claritycaregivers.com

Brightview Now Hiring

CITY OF FISHERS

NOW HIRING SEASONAL POSITIONS: Seasonal Laborers – Work outside and be part of team that maintains City’s streets, parks, and athletic fields. 35-45 hours per week.

Summer Camp Counselors – Lead youth and preschool campers in games, songs, crafts and other activities.

30 hours per week.

Internships and full-time positions are also available.

For more info and to apply visit: www.fishers.in.us

8550 Woodfield Crossing Blvd.

Indianapolis, IN 46240

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Landscape Crew Leaders and Crew Members

Competitive Wages Located in Westfield www.jobs.brightview.com 317-721-HIRE Now hiring.

Looking for qualified infant and preschool teachers. Accepting applications at our website www.dolcedaycare.com or visit us at 7255 E. 116th St. In Fishers.

International Baccalaureate o Teaching at all grade levels!

Competitive Salary o $41,000 beginning teacher salary & full benefit package!

To RSVP and for questions: mmartin@msdwt.k12.in.us

To Your Door Pet Services I offer nail trims, anal gland expressions and medication administration such as insulin injections, subcutaneous fluids and more! I have over 15 years of pet care experience, 8 of which were spent as part of the nursing staff at a veterinary hospital.

Please contact me at (317) 908-1556 or toyourdoorpetservices@gmail.co m to make an appointment. I serve the Fishers and Geist area.

Let me help your pet in the comfort of their own home.

NOW HIRING PRODUCTION ASSOCIATES Imaging Office Systems is located just off of Binford and 65th. We are currently hiring Production Associates, with no hands-on experience required. Positions start immediately with a salary range of $10-$13 per hour. We offer flexible 20-40 hour work week scheduling between the hours of 6AM-4:30PM, no weekends.

Employees working 32 hours or more per week are eligible for medical /dental benefits, PTO and Holiday pay after 90-day probationary period. Long term part-time positions available. www.imagingoffice.com All applicants must have a high school diploma/GED, and pass a background check.

Scanner Position Requirements: • Basic computer skills • Reading comprehension score of 80% or higher • Ability to stand for long periods • Must be able to lift 30lb boxes Scanner Position Description: • Operation of a high speed production scanner • Preparation of paper documents to be scanned • Digital image review Please email resume to: Vikki Medina vmedina@myIOS.com

Visit the MSDWT website! http://www.msdwt.k12.in.us/ Join us on Twitter! @MSDWT_HR

HELP WANTED

Scott Pools in Carmel is currently hiring full time seasonal helpers for our service department. A valid drivers license, background check and some weekend work is required. $12.00 per hour.

Experience helpful but not necessary. If you like working outdoors, this job is for you! Give us a call, email or stop by the store to fill out an application. Scott Pools - 904 W. Main Street - Carmel, IN 46032 - 317-846-5576 - scottpools2@gmail.com

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College not for you?

Background or Not in dance! Join the team at Fred Astaire Dance Studio Carmel, Indiana. We will train you in all aspects of the ballroom dance business.

Why Fred Astaire?

We offer a great environment, guaranteed starting salary, great training and opportunities to travel and compete.

Need we say more?

Call Dan at 317-846-3237

WHY MSDWT?

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MUSSELMAN LANDSCAPE SOLUTIONS, LLC NOW Hiring Seasonal Delivery Drivers and Office Help. Retirees welcome.

Please inquire at mike@musselmanlandscape.com or 317-773-5399

NOW HIRING – PAINTER

$15/hour avg for experienced painter.

Interior/exterior. Work available all year.

Mon-Sat, no Sundays. Servicing Hamilton County. Must have excellent cut-in skills, be clean and organized, and deliver detailed quality work. Must have reliable transportation. Call Jonathan 317-999-8124. www.wallapainting.com

NOW HIRING Waiters/Waitresses Line Cooks $10-$14/HR OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 160 E Carmel Dr. Carmel, IN AA If you want to drink, that’s your business.

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Administrative Assistant Wanted: Looking for 1/2 days, 3 times per week plus fill-in for vacation. Must have, at least, a college degree along with excellent internet and word processing abilities. Please email resumes to: orthogood@sbcglobal.net

SALES PROFESSIONALS WANTED Butler Toyota, family owned since 1966 and Indiana’s oldest and largest Toyota dealership, has immediate openings for proven sales professionals. You must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, a strong work ethic with an eager and energetic drive and the ability to use a computer and learn CRM software. Butler offers an industry-leading pay plan and bonuses; a sign-on bonus for qualified candidates; paid vacation; 401k with company contribution; employee profit-sharing plan; medical and dental coverage with generous employer contribution. If your skills match the aforementioned requirements, we would love to speak with you. Call 317.846.9600 today and ask for Stephanie Gibson or Gene Hairston for immediate consideration. EOE.

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