March 14, 2023 — Carmel

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Former state treasurer continues public service as newest member of Carmel Audit Committee

By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com

The newest member of the Carmel Audit Committee has unique qualifications for the role.

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Kelly Mitchell served two terms as the state’s treasurer, stepping down because of term limits at the end of 2022. Before that, she served as director of TrustINdiana and as a Cass County commissioner.

The Carmel resident answered the following questions from Current about her career and continued service on the local level.

Why did you move to Carmel?

We were in Indianapolis for 15 years and moved to Carmel about three years ago (for) downsizing. We had a lovely big old house, and it was down to my husband and I and our various animals. I was running for Congress at the time in the 5th (District) and I was eight blocks outside of the 5th and I thought, “Well, let’s just move eight blocks north.” We ended up all the way in Carmel and have absolutely loved it.

What have you enjoyed about living in Carmel?

We moved here in January 2020, and then of course it shut down in March of 2020. So, I feel like we’re still learning Carmel in a lot of ways. (I enjoy) the walkability. We’re just a few blocks from the Monon. We are in a great neighborhood with people who have lived here a long time and couldn’t be friendlier. What have you been up to since leaving the state treasurer’s office?

It’s only been a couple of months. I am still figuring out what’s next, and I’m loving the opportunity to really be thoughtful about it. I was so fortunate to have a job I adored for eight years and the diversity of the work I got to do. It was just wonderful. So, I have been very deliberate in moving slowly and picking what’s next.

That’s why I love this opportunity to serve on the Carmel Audit Committee, because it’s a way to give back already and get more involved in this community.

Why did you decide to join the Carmel Audit Committee?

I was talking to a couple of the city councilors, and they know that I come from local government, that I was a county commissioner in Cass County for eight years, so I’ve

Carmel Marathon sells out, waitlist option available

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For the third consecutive year, the Carmel Marathon has sold out.

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seen many a local audit statement. At the state, as chair of the bond bank, we worked with local governments all over Indiana. Carmel is just such a vibrant, thriving city, and to get to look behind the scenes and just really get to know the fiscal health of the city is a great opportunity.

How will your background serving in various levels of government benefit the audit committee?

Having an understanding of how all the puzzle pieces fit together will be a unique perspective on the audit committee. My degrees are not finance, they are strategic studies and philanthropic studies in political science. Those are bringing critical thinking and economics, as well, to the picture.

What did you most enjoy about serving as state treasurer? What do you miss?

I love that no day was the same. Every single day I knew that the work I did served Hoosiers. It’s amazing to wake up knowing you’re going to have that kind of impact in a positive way on the state and the community that you live in, and of course, I am going to miss that. But I’m most proud of the team I built, because all of the wonderful things we did could not have been done without that team.

DISPATCHES

RUNNING

Presented by Franciscan Health, the 13th annual Carmel Marathon Weekend, set for April 8, also includes the Carmel Half Marathon, Indiana Spine Group 10K, Indiana Members Credit Union 5K and a marathon relay.

The Carmel Marathon Weekend is nationally renowned for conditions conducive to Boston Marathon qualifying times, personal records and elite runners aiming to qualify for the 2024 Olympic Marathon Trials.

Besides elite runners, more than 30 participants will try to keep their streak alive as finishers in the 12 previous races. They will be recognized on race morning during

The event has again been awarded the Road Runners Club of America Championship designation. This year, the largest running association in the United States chose the Carmel Half Marathon as its Central Region Championship event.

“We’re really excited and thankful about another sellout in our marathon,” stated Todd Oliver, race director for the Carmel Marathon Weekend. “There are a lot of spring marathon options so hitting our 1,200-person capacity three years in a row indicates we are on the right track.”

Although the full marathon is at capacity, a waitlist option is available. The Carmel Half Marathon is expected to sell out as well. For more or to register, visit CarmelMarathon.com.

Register to vote by April 3 — The deadline to register to vote in the May 2 primary election is April 3. Registration may be done online, by mail or in person. Voter registration forms are available at any public library in Hamilton County, any license branch, any city or town clerk-treasurer's office and the Hamilton County Voter Registration Office in Noblesville (Room 106). Register online at IndianaVoters.in.gov.

Mayoral debate — Current in Carmel will present a debate at 6:30 p.m. March 28 featuring the three candidates running for mayor in the May 2 Republican primary. The event will be held at the Palladium, 1 Carter Green. A free ticket is required for entry. Submit debate questions for consideration to Ann Marie Shambaugh, Current in Carmel managing editor and debate moderator, at annmarie@youarecurrent.com.

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Council committees to review plans for BJ’s, new TIF area

By Edward Redd • edward@youarecurrent.com

The Carmel City Council met March 6 to review amendments to a planned unit development ordinance at the site of a proposed BJ’s Wholesale Club, discuss a new tax increment financing allocation area and approve updates to the city’s merit law.

What happened: The council sent to its land use committee a request to amend the 146th and Keystone Avenue Planned Unit Development ordinance to accommodate a BJ’s Wholesale Club planned at 14480 Lowe’s Way.

What it means: The PUD ordinance, originally approved in 2000, outlines how development may occur at this site. Proposed amendments to the ordinance include adding a gas station and tire sales and service as permitted uses and updating parallel roadway landscaping requirements for Lowe’s Way.

What’s next: The land use committee was set to review the amendments at 5:30 p.m. March 13.

What happened: The council sent a request to create a new TIF allocation area to its finance committee for further review.

What it means: The allocation area is proposed for the site of a mixed-use redevelopment project at 111 S. Range Line Rd., set to be anchored by 1933 Lounge and include office space and townhomes. TIF captures the increase in tax revenue generated by improvements in an allocation area to help pay for the project.

What’s next: The finance committee had not announced a meeting date as of press time.

What happened: The council approved on first reading amendments to the city’s merit law governing the Carmel fire and police departments.

What it means: Carmel Fire Dept. Chief David Haboush said he’s been working with the city’s legal department for months to clarify and clean up the ordinance. Among the changes is allowing the CFD chief to select executive assistants from a broader selection of CFD members than previously permitted.

Midtown summer schedule revamped

By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com

The City of Carmel has released its summer schedule of events for Midtown Plaza.

and the Monon Boulevard.”

EVENTS

Movie showings will double from last year, and live music will move from lunch to dinner time. The summer schedule is set to begin in early May.

“Midtown Plaza was designed to be a public space where people from all over can gather and get to know each other,” stated Nancy Heck, the city’s director of community relations and economic development, in a press release. “Scheduling these special events and regular weekly events give everyone a reason to venture out of their homes and enjoy the beauty of Midtown

Movie showings will take place on the Midtown screen at noon and 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and at 6 p.m. Thursdays from May 2 to Oct. 31. Check the city’s social media pages and weekly e-newsletter for movie listings. Previously, the city only showed movies on Mondays.

Midtown Music Mondays will provide an opportunity for guests to purchase dinner from nearby restaurants and enjoy it while they listen to live music from 5 to 7 p.m. on Mondays from May 1 to Oct. 30.

A new event, the Midtown Block Party, is set for 2 to 6 p.m. May 13. It will include a special movie showing, DJ entertainment, glitter tattoos, balloon art, strolling magician, giveaways and more.

Learn more at MidtownPlazaCarmel.com.

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Propst selected as HCLA dean

By Matthew Kent matthew@youarecurrent.com

A Noblesville man has been selected as the next dean of the Hamilton County Leadership Academy.

Propst is an ordained minister and has been serving at Faith Community in Noblesville since 2004.

LEADERSHIP

Patrick Propst will serve in the role for the class of 2024. HCLA is a 10-month program for professional and community leaders who live or work in Hamilton County that allows participants to learn about government, education, criminal justice, arts, culture, business, industry and more.

“As an alumnus of the HCLA Class of 2018, I immediately saw the impression and influence that HCLA and its deans had in Hamilton County,” Propst said. “In particular, I saw how each dean had a unique ability to channel the leadership, knowledge, networks and resources of each class to shape and elevate all areas of life in the county. I look forward to meeting this year’s class as they begin their journey with HCLA.”

HCLA President Andrew Bradford said the HCLA board is honored that Patrick is volunteering his time to support the growth of Hamilton County by serving as dean.

HCLA officials say the dean plays an integral role in creating the class culture and connectivity and providing meaningful insight and expertise. Individuals serving as dean serve as an ambassador for the program in the community and collaborate with the HCLA executive director and board to cultivate and maintain an engaging, dynamic and thought-provoking learning environment.

“HCLA is eager to watch the guidance and growth Patrick will provide to the Class of 2024. His innate ability for developing individuals so they can identify their why and make an impact where they reside and work is clear, and we can’t wait to harness that skillset into the HCLA cohort experience,” said Diana Coyle, HCLA executive director.

Other than Propst’s work as an ordained minister, he also serves as part-time executive director for Serve Noblesville and began his own life coaching, consulting, and spiritual direction company called Pachlain.

To learn more about HCLA, visit hcla.net.

CARMEL MAN WINS $100K FROM PUBLISHERS CLEARING HOUSE

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Harvey Kagan, right, receives a $100,000 prize from Howie Guja of Publishers Clearing House on March 8. Kagan was not at his Carmel apartment when the Publishers Clearing House Prize Patrol arrived, but the manager at the leasing office helped track him down for the big surprise. Kagan has been entering the sweepstakes for approximately 10 years and has previously won smaller prizes. “Keep entering and you might get lucky,” Kagan said. (Photo courtesy of Publishers Clearing House)

CURRENT Q&A

Get to know Sue Wolfgang

Sue Wolfgang is Carmel’s first elected city clerk. The longtime Carmel resident’s term ends at the end of 2022, and she is not seeking reelection.

What does a city clerk do?

A city clerk’s responsibilities can vary depending on the jurisdiction, but for Carmel the clerk is responsible for two main areas. The first is acting as the repository for all city records. We maintain all of the city’s records and manage the city’s web link to enable easy public access to those records. The second is overseeing all financial transactions of our city court.

What is your proudest accomplishment in office?

I took office in January 2020. Two months later, the pandemic hit. I am extremely proud of the way my staff and I were able to seamlessly continue providing service to the public. In fact, we leveraged technology in such a way as to permanently improve the ability to hold meetings and enable public access on several platforms.

What was your first job?

My best friend, Sharon Kibbe, and I got our first jobs in the mid-70s as cashiers at Morgan Pharmacy, located in a small strip center on Range Line Road, near where The Old Spaghetti Factory now stands. I include her because she and I ended up working together again many years later. She currently serves as the executive assistant to Mayor Jim Brainard.

What is your best habit?

Some would refer to it more as an obsession, but it would be organization and consistency. Both have come in very handy in all aspects of my life. Do you have a hidden talent?

I’m not sure anyone would classify it as a talent, but I am freakishly knowledgeable in the habits, lifestyles and modi operandi of serial killers in the United States from the ‘70s through the ‘90s. Trivia nights on the topic are usually mine to lose.

Is there a book that you recommend to everyone?

“Shadow Divers” by Robert Kurson. It’s the true story of divers who in the early ‘90s found wreckage of a World War II German Uboat 60 miles off the coast of New Jersey, where it was absolutely not supposed to be.

What is the most underrated holiday, and why?

It’s not so much a holiday as it is a celebration, but Pride month held every June is a time when I wish everyone would make a point of learning more about the history of Pride and our LGBTQ+ community. There is such a proud, rich and breathtaking narrative this community has to offer, and I never stop learning or being amazed by the love and compassion that exist among people who have spent much of their lives being exploited and marginalized.

What is your biggest indulgence?

Purses! I decided when I was a teenager that much of my spending would go into quality handbags, and that hasn’t changed. My collection is cataloged by season, color and brand, and each one is carefully protected in a satin bag. No one will ever know what I’ve really spent!

What is your favorite meal in town?

Oh, that’s an easy one — the French-cut bone-in ribeye at Savor. But for a goto place to meet with friends that also has a great menu, there’s no place like Woody’s.

What is your favorite song, and why do you like it?

“Walking in Memphis” by Marc Cohn. I honestly don’t know why it’s my favorite. But from the first time I heard it in the early ‘90s, I cannot pass a jukebox without playing it. But I’ve yet to visit Memphis!

Guerin aims to add gyms, performing arts center

By Matthew Kent matthew@youarecurrent.com

Guerin Catholic High School is planning to expand its campus with the addition of two new gymnasiums and a performing arts center that could begin taking shape later this year.

EDUCATION

The private high school, which opened at 151st Street and Gray Road in 2004, is amid a capital campaign with a goal of raising $26 million for an expansion project that school leaders say is necessary primarily because of limited space.

Guerin Catholic has raised $19.6 million through its Unite+Build+Soar capital campaign so far, said Colleen Ward, spokeswoman for the school. Members of the public can donate toward the campaign by visiting Guerin Catholic’s website, Ward said.

If officials can meet their fundraising goal, a groundbreaking for the project could take place sometime this summer or early fall. The campaign started in 2015 but was put on hold until about two and a half years ago, said Lori Norris, advancement director for Guerin Catholic.

The proposed expansion project totaling 61,000 square feet would bring the addition of a wellness center featuring two gyms, along with a 500-seat performing arts center, according to school officials. Currently, Guerin Catholic has one gym, while students have practiced and performed on stage in the school cafeteria since the school opened.

The existing space in the cafeteria also presents challenges as approximately 280 people can attend student performances at one time, said Marcia Murphy, director of fine arts at the school. The stage also limits the different types of performances that can be presented, while the cafeteria is also used by sports athletes as well, she added.

“It would be great to be in a space and not have to share it,” she said.

The proposed performing arts center would give students their own designated space, increase the number of visitors who could attend various events and would also provide a place for speakers and other events, Murphy said.

Murphy said she hopes the performing arts center will give students an opportunity to explore different aspects of theater, such as lighting, costume design or sound

production that they might be interested in.

“I just want kids to see it’s not about just being on stage. There are all these other opportunities in the arts that do pay well,” Murphy said.

Ryan Davis, athletic director for Guerin Catholic, said space is also tight for various sporting events that occur at the high school because of only having one gym. Scheduling is also an issue at times, he added.

“We try to do the best at controlling what we can control,” Davis said. “We also want to make it accessible for our feeder parishes to access Guerin Catholic and be a resource for them as well, so a lot of different facility conflicts come up because of having one gym, so this expansion really opens up a lot of different avenues for our kids.”

A rendering of the proposed auditorium inside the performing arts center at Guerin Catholic High School. (Photos provided by Guerin Catholic)

A rendering of a gymnasium that would be added.

A rendering of the lobby inside a proposed performing arts center that Guerin Catholic High School wants to add.

Dotted Line Divas rebrands as Indy Hygiene Hub

By Chris Bavender news@currentincarmel.com

A nonprofit that provides personal care items to families around Indianapolis has a new name. Dotted Line Divas is now Indy Hygiene Hub.

NONPROFIT

“The primary reason for rebranding as Indy Hygiene Hub was because the name Dotted Line Divas had been based on the extreme couponing that we used since the beginning of the organization to stock our hygiene pantry,” said Stacy Mtshali, community coordinator of Indy Hygiene Hub. “Unfortunately, this name is no longer relevant for us because we cannot rely on coupons like we once could. We want it to be easy for both supporters and especially our community members in need to be able to identify and locate us.”

Christina Huffines founded the organization 10 years ago using extreme couponing she had learned to help get her own family through hard times. She partnered with Carmel’s Mercy Road Church as the organization grew, teaching her couponing skills to others and stocking a pantry full of items that way.

“One of the surprising effects of the pandemic was the impact on the supply chain and manufacturing for businesses. When businesses are struggling to get items produced and transported and there is a high demand for them, they have no motivation or real reason to offer coupons,” Mtshali said. “And that hit us hard. The beauty is that we now all value and appreciate accessibility to toilet paper after the last couple of years. Sadly, our recipients are still struggling to access it without the support of our hygiene pantry because prices on such items have only climbed, and coupons can no longer be relied upon.”

Mtshali said the rebranding is like starting fresh in many ways.

“Because coupons aren’t stocking the pantry, we need donor support more than ever before,” she said. “Our shelves are getting emptier and emptier, so we really need even greater support from the community going forward.”

Through a partnership with Food 4 Souls, Indy Hygiene Hub will soon be able to also assist with a mobile shower.

“Many of our neighbors living on the streets express the desire to simply get

clean. Now, they will be able to come have a meal, optionally take a shower on the spot with hygiene items donated by us, and then also go away with a bag of brand-new hygiene items,” Mtshali said. “These hygiene items are not found at most food pantries, not provided by most government programs, such as SNAP food stamps or WIC, and yet are vital for daily living. And this shower could open doors to jobs and will certainly contribute to better health for those who desperately need it.”

Indy Hygiene Hub held its primary fundraiser, the annual Bubble Bash gala March 11 at West Fork Whiskey in Westfield.

“Those ticket sales, silent auction funds and event donations will take us much closer to our fundraising goal for the year. However, we are always looking for sponsors for the families that visit our pantry,” Mtshali said. “It only costs us $120 to provide basic hygiene and cleaning items to a family for one year. We serve 200 to 300 families on a monthly basis, and yet we only have a handful of family sponsorships currently.”

Additionally, the community can help by collecting in-kind donations through a hygiene product drive or by placing one of the organization’s collection bins at their place of business.

For more, visit indyhygienehub.org.

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Grants help fund road projects

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The City of Carmel will soon begin work on two road improvement projects using Community Crossing grants from INDOT.

TRANSPORTATION

A $1 million grant announced in December 2022 will help fund improvements on 3rd Avenue SW. The city will begin reconstructing the road between City Center Drive and Elm Street this spring. The project will include new stormwater drains, upgrades to the water and wastewater system, on-street parking and multi-use paths.

Another $1 million grant, announced in 2021, will help cover reconstruction of College Avenue between 96th and 106th streets. Improvements will also include drainage and water system upgrades and multi-use paths.

Nearly 230 Indiana municipalities received a total of $119.4 million in grants, which must be matched by recipient communities, in December 2022.

Work is also set to begin this spring on a roundabout at City Center Drive and Veteran’s Way. Funded primarily by COVID-19 relief funds, construction is set to occur between mid-April and early July.

CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION

Project: Roundabout, multi-use path construction

Location: 106th Street and College Avenue for construction of a roundabout. A multiuse path is under construction along 106th Street from Pennsylvania Parkway to College Avenue.

Expected completion: Spring

Project: New roundabout

Location: E. Main Street and Lexington Boulevard.

Expected completion: Work is set to be complete in July.

Project: Widening of Smoky Row Road

Location: Between the Monon Greenway and U.S. 31. The road will be fully closed during the project.

Expected completion: June

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Evans to join basketball HOF

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

ful honor, and I’m beyond humbled. It ranks right up there at the top (of honors).”

The 6-foot-8 Evans averaged 13.7 points per game for his IU career. He averaged 21.2 points as a senior in 1996.

RECOGNITION

Former Indiana University basketball standout Brian Evans has earned his share of honors through the years.

Evans, an Indiana All-Star from Terre Haute South High School, was named the Big Ten Most Valuable Player in 1996. A first-round NBA pick by the Orlando Magic in 1996, Evans was named to the Indiana University Athletics Hall of Fame in 2018.

Now, the Carmel resident will be inducted in the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame as part of the class of 2023. The induction ceremony is set for March 22 in Indianapolis, but Evans said he unfortunately can’t attend because of a prior commitment.

“As the years fly by and some of my former teammates found their way into the Hall of Fame, I suppose it became a possibility to me that my number might eventually be called,” Evans said. “Induction into the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame is a wonder-

Evans played in the NBA with the Orlando Magic, New Jersey (now Brooklyn) Nets and Minnesota Timberwolves over three seasons, averaging 3.7 points in 102 games. He then played internationally for a few years.

“I dreamed as a kid to play in the NBA,” Evans said. “I was humbled to play in that league. Playing in Italy and Japan really shaped my life and was an altogether wonderful experience I wouldn’t trade for anything.”

Evans said his favorite memory at IU was against Purdue in 2020, when his former coach, Bob Knight, returned for a game for the first time since being fired in 2000.

“My favorite games were the series against Kentucky and all of the games against Purdue,” Evans said of his playing days.

Evans and his wife, Erin, have three daughters and a son.

Evans

University senior forward born to play basketball

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

It was natural that Kelsey DuBois would take a liking to basketball.

“My mom was a high school coach while I was growing up, so I lived in the gym,” DuBois said. “Starting in kindergarten, I would go to the gym right after school and dribble laps around with my brother until she started practice.”

DuBois’ mother, Jessica DuBois, was an assistant girls basketball coach at Hamilton Heights High School at the time. She later was an assistant coach at Plainfield and head coach at Western Boone.

DuBois, a 6-foot-2 senior forward, averaged 15.3 points and 11.2 rebounds per game for University (20-5), which lost in the Class 2A regional.

“Kelsey is a coach on the floor and can do anything,” said Justin Blanding, coach of the Carmel-based high school. “She can really shoot the ball, finish inside and defend

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the paint. Kelsey learning how to dominate a game in all aspects of the game to win has been the biggest improvement for her over four years. She can dominate a game and not score a point.”

DuBois, a four-year starter and Noblesville resident, said she made the most improvement in her confidence this season.

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University High School basketball player Kelsey DuBois averaged 15.3 points and 11.2 rebounds last season.

“I don’t feel like I ever fully trusted the work I put in during the offseason, but this year Coach Blanding really got on me about trusting my skills,” DuBois said. “This really shows offensively and how I stretched the floor a lot more by shooting threes and driv-

ing from the wing. I also feel like it shows defensively by pressuring on the perimeter more and blocking shots more often.”

The Trailblazers lost in the semistate in 2022 and 2021. University finished 22-2 in 2020, losing in the sectional semifinals.

“The thing I find most special about the team is our willingness to make sacrifices and put in a ton of work,” said DuBois, who averaged 13.7 points and 10 rebounds for her career. “There was never a free period where you wouldn’t see one of us in the gym. In 20 years, none of us will remember how many games we won, but we will remember the 6 a.m. practices where Coach Blanding would make us run 16s (laps). Our run never felt special. It was just proof that those tough mornings were worth it.”

DuBois said her bond with senior Payton Seay was special, too. Seay averaged a team-high 20 ppg last season.

“Payton and I have been playing together since the fourth grade. Every pass and cut we made felt like second nature,” DuBois said.

DuBois, who played golf at University, will play basketball for New York University next season.

(Photo courtesy of Jasper Owens)

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Sam Costa aims to defend title at historic Sam Costa Half Marathon

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Terry Townsend became enamored with the story of the Sam Costa Half Marathon.

had come from Detroit to see Costa run.

Costa, who now lives in Miami, is planning to return to defend his title.

“We changed both the race courses last year to make them better in every way,” Townsend said. “It’s better, safer and easier to manage. We don’t go up into Noblesville.”

RACE

A group of friends, including former Carmel High School cross country and track and field coach Chuck Koeppen, ran the Central Indiana Striders Half Marathon with Costa, a detective with the Chicago Police Dept. Costa died unexpectedly in 1972, and the friends decided to rename the half marathon after him.

The 52nd annual Sam Costa Half and Quarter Marathon is set for March 25 in Carmel, with the race starting at Northview Church.

The defending champion has a familiar name. Townsend thought it was a prank when he saw Sam Costa entered in the 2022 race. It was no gag.

“I looked into his entry five or 10 days before and it looked like a real person,” Townsend said. “My wife, Robin, before the race said, joking, ‘Sam, since you came all this way (from Atlanta), the very least you can do is win your age group and get your name on the T-shirt.’ He said, ‘I’ll do my best.’”

Costa, a former Georgia Tech cross country runner and no relation to the Chicago detective, won the 2022 race amid freezing temperatures. There were only a few spectators because of the weather.

“I went to the finish line, and I saw Sam coming in to win,

it was unreal,” Townsend said. “There were two women clapping.”

Turns out the women were Costa’s mother and aunt, who

Townsend, a 73-year-old Lawrence resident, became involved when Indy Runners took over the race in 1982.

“I became the director in 1988, and before that I was a participant and a regular volunteer,” said Townsend, a retired electrical engineer. “When they asked me to get involved, I did, because I loved the story. I’m a story guy. I loved the idea it was named after one of their friends. I loved it was the oldest race in Indiana.”

Townsend said running is a year-round pursuit for most of the competitors in the race.

“This isn’t something they stumble into, running a half or quarter marathon the first weekend of spring is something you have to be training many months prior to,” he said. “A lot of the folks come back year after year.”

One is Westfield resident Lucie Sulewski, who has won the Sam Costa Half Marathon women’s overall title seven times, the last time in 2019.

“I enjoy competing as it is an accurate, well organized, local run,” Sulewski said. “I enjoy the friendly environment and excitement of spring running beginning. The course is great, and often fans along the route cheer the runners on.” For more, visit samcosta.com.

Sam Costa en route to capturing the Sam Costa Half Marathon overall title in 2022 in Carmel. (Photo courtesy of Terry Townsend)

Spring into a fresh lifestyle The

Mission Possible to benefit ALI

By Jeff Decker news@currentincarmel.com

Mission Possible has been the largest fundraiser for the Assistance League of Indianapolis for many years, accounting for about 15 percent of the all-volunteer philanthropic group’s annual budget.

FUNDRAISER

But the organization’s funding efforts were hampered by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Assistance League didn’t host an in-person Mission Possible event during the health crisis that began in early 2020.

“We believe that made an impact on the percentage of funds raised,” said Kathy Kerr Wylam, vice president of marketing for the Assistance League, which has 184 members, about 90 percent of them from the northside and Hamilton County. “We hope that going back to an in-person event will increase the amount raised for this year.”

That event will be held April 23 at the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art in downtown Indianapolis.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with cocktails at 6 p.m. and dinner an hour later. Attendees can explore the Eiteljorg’s exhibits. A 50/50 drawing, raffle and line dancing will be among the festivities.

A search committee selected the Eiteljorg for the event, with co-chairs Barb Mohr and Anne Kinney working out the details.

“We researched several locations and decided that the Eiteljorg offered us excellent space and the additional benefit of the opportunity to have guests view exhibits,” Kerr Wylam said.

Among the organization’s programs are ALI Bears, offering comfort through teddy bears; ALI Friends, compassion and caring for seniors and those with disabilities; Assault Survivor Kits, new clothing for victims of assault; and Operation School Bell, supplying clothing, supplies and athletics shoes to students in need.

Tickets for Mission Possible are $150 each or $1,200 for table of eight. Tickets must be purchased by April 10. For more to purchase tickets, visit ALIndy.org.

Kerr Wylam

Meet Devarius ‘D’ Dennis

Commentary by Shelly Gattlieb

Since early childhood, Devarius “D” Dennis has had a competitive drive and sense of personal pride. Those traits push him to do better on his path in life. While working as a server at Bob Evans, he met Daija, who is now his wife. He went on to serve at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill and then transferred restaurants for the last time. Dennis has found his favorite job and perfect fit at Prime 47 at Clay Terrace, where he is surrounded by other competitive-natured individuals who he also describes as fun, charismatic and entertaining. The culture they have created and share in and out of the workplace motivates him to continue striving for greatness and cultivating positive relationships.

CHARACTERS OF CARMEL

Dennis also receives encouragement and inspiration in all members of his extended family, particularly from his mother, Catina.

• Birthplace: Clarksville, Tenn.

• High school: Warren Central High School

• Personal interest: Avid comic book reader – Marvel, DC, anime

• Passion: Music – active in high school drumline and marched in an Indy 500 parade

• Something most people wouldn’t guess: Major fan of pro-wrestling –WWE, AEW, NJPW

• Favorite team: Golden State Warriors

• Most grateful for: Mentors and teachers — Johnny, Isaac, Jeremiah, Norm, Jacque, Matt and Chris

• Go-to snacks: Chicken wings, Maruchan brand ramen noodles, spaghetti

• Very particular about: Style choices and hair

• Favorite games: Fighting video games, especially Tekken

• Can’t stand: When people put other people into a box. If we were all meant to be the same, the planet would be boring

Do you know an interesting character who lives, works or worships in Carmel? Send suggestions to sgattlieb. currentincarmel@gmail.com.

Dennis

Zehr earns Interfaith Ambassador honor

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

J.D. Sandadi believes there are several reasons why former Carmel Christian Church Lead Pastor Jerry Zehr has been an effective leader in the interfaith community for more than 35 years.

perform. Zehr’s daughter, Lori Crouter, is coming in from Baltimore and will sing with the Good Earth Band from The Garden Community Church.

RELIGION

“Jerry is a great listener as well as an excellent communicator,” said Sandadi, a Carmel resident who is on the board of Carmel Interfaith Alliance. “Jerry’s leadership, commitment to dialogue and understanding, collaborative approach, innovation and empathy for people of different faiths make him an effective Interfaith Ambassador.”

Zehr, a Carmel resident, will be honored as the 2023 Interfaith Ambassador of the Year from the Center for Interfaith Cooperation at the ninth annual Interfaith Banquet from 5 to 8 p.m. March 19 at the Indiana Roof Ballroom, 1440 W. Washington St., Indianapolis. Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard is the co-chair of the event.

Zehr said he wanted Brainard to be cochair because he was instrumental in starting the Carmel Interfaith Alliance.

The Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre will

Sandadi, who is Hindu, and Zehr founded the statewide interfaith organization Indiana Multifaith Network.

“Pastor Zehr has brought together leaders of different faith communities, including Jewish, Muslim and Hindu communities, to build bridges of understanding and develop mutual respect.” Sandadi said. “He has also been actively involved in various interfaith initiatives, such as the “Know Your Neighbor” series. Jerry promotes understanding through dialogue and collaboration as well as facilitates honest, courageous conversations. Jerry’s commitment to promoting peace and understanding among different faith communities has made him a respected and influential figure in the interfaith community.”

Zehr, who helped create the Carmel Interfaith Alliance, started the first interfaith group in Indianapolis in 1989.

“It isn’t about me. It’s about celebrating the interfaith work that is being done in central Indiana,” Zehr said.

For tickets, visit indycic.org/ interfaith-banquet.

SYNERGIZE EVENT RAISES $3K FOR PROACT INDY

Derrin Slack, center, founder and CEO of ProAct Indy, with, from left, Ben McCann, Connie Mulcahey, Ben Stoner and Caleb Townsend at Synergize’s 4:30 Meetup held Feb. 28 at the Turner Jeffrey building in Carmel. ProAct advocates for vulnerable populations and empowers youth to transform their communities. The nonprofit leads students who are normally the beneficiaries of community service projects through cohort programs that give them the tools, skills and relationships to become the creators of the projects themselves. Each Synergize 4:30 Meetup benefits a different nonprofit with a local impact. The event raised more than $3,000 for ProAct. Learn more at SynergizeIndy.com and ProActIndy.org. (Photo courtesy of Synergize)

Zehr

Friday, March 24, 2023

7:30-9:30 am

Bridgewater Club, 3535 E. 161st St., Westfield $20; advance registration is required

Even prior to the pandemic it became clear that talent was going to be where communities won or lost in the 21st Century. In 2022 there were nearly 70,000 unique positions open throughout the county, which represents over a third of total county-wide employment.

In 2023 workforce is a realm of both uncertainty and opportunity. The Hamilton County labor market remains strong but fears of potential recession, high-profile layoffs from national blue chip brands, rising interest rates and the impacts of inflation all mean it is more important than ever to be informed and on the cutting edge when it comes to talent.

In this program participants will hear from Mindi Woodson, Senior Vice President, of Lightcast (formerly EMSI-Burning Glass), learn about the County’s new Career and Technical Education (CTE) district, and engage with a panel of local Chamber of Commerce Executives. The goal is to see the big picture of how national trends are becoming (or not becoming) reality in Hamilton County, where employment is projected to grow and/or be challenged, and how our employer communities are adapting today.

Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, Hamilton County Community Foundation.

CARMEL LIBRARY PRESENTS 3D PRINTING EXPO

Join us to hear about the State of the Workforce in Hamilton County from both a national and local perspective.

SCAN HERE TO REGISTER

Rebekah Johnson of Fishers-based DB3D.IO displays 3D-printed artwork.

Cecila, Titus and Alison Reed of Carmel play with keepsakes from the event.

Melinda Thai of Carmel looks on as her son, Hunter Talley, plays with 3D movable parts.

A 3D printer in action.

Chase Adams of Carmel uses a scanner while Derek Miller of Connections XR in Lebanon looks on.

The Carmel Clay Public Library held a 3D Printing Expo March 4. Attendees had the opportunity to visit booths from local businesses and hobbyists, view presentations and get an up-close look at the technology. Above, Carmel residents Michael Crawford and his two children, Lucas and Hellen, attend. (Photos by Adam Seif)

Heritage teacher fulfills passion of writing in free time

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

A Heritage Christian School teacher by day, Elena I. Landa fulfills her passion by writing in her spare time.

AUTHOR

“I like reading action and adventure but also historical fiction,” said Landa, who teaches high school Spanish. “I like science fiction a lot also.”

The Westfield resident, who pens her books as E.I. Landa, has written two books. Landa, who moved to the United States from Peru 22 years ago, said her books are adventures similar to Indiana Jones or Lara Croft.

Landa was born in the northern mountain area of Peru but grew up in Lima, the nation’s capital.

“My novels are international adventures, a mixture of science fiction and thrillers with metaphysical hints and romance touches,” Landa said. “I picked the Peruvian cloud forest as the main location of my novels to show another side of Peru and Peruvians, beyond the Inca Culture and Machu Picchu. There were several other advanced cultures dating thousands of years prior to the Incas that deserve to be known for their advances. I strive to bring down stereotypes of what Peruvians are perceived to be and young women, in general, while trying to express myself with authenticity and in an independent voice.”

In 2020, her book “Warriors of the Sacred Garden: Mila: Iron and Silk” was published. “Awakening,” the sequel, was published in the summer of 2022. The stories are set in the 1990s.

Landa didn’t plan to write another book, but after hearing from readers, she is thinking about a third book with those characters.

“I love to travel and I like writing about different cultures and I like writing about different ethnic backgrounds,” she said.

Landa, who moved to Westfield seven years ago, said she likes writing about international secret societies, noting that her characters start in Peru but go all around the world.

Her great-grandmother was a healer because she worked with plants as healing remedies.

“People have an idea that it’s like a witch, but it wasn’t like that,” Landa said. “People come to see her when they are sick. One of the main characters is based on her.”

Landa began writing 10 years ago, start-

ing with short stories and poems, and then began taking the craft seriously four years ago. She decided to self-publish to keep control of her books.

The public will have an opportunity to meet Landa, who will appear at the Hamilton East Public Library Author Fair from 1 to 4 p.m. April 15 at the FORUM Events Center, 11313 USA Pkwy., in Fishers. For more, visit eilanda.com.

STUDENT FANS

Heritage Christian senior Paige Mangum has enjoyed reading her Spanish teacher’s work.

“Something I love about Ms. Landa’s writing style is her vivid illustrations of the various lush settings in the story,” said Mangum, a Carmel resident. “You can tell it was written by someone who observes and admires nature’s beauty. Her world-building is very descriptive, making you feel like you are part of the story.”

Heritage Christian senior Eimy Lozano-Fuentes, who lives in Carmel, had Landa for Spanish 3 when her books were in progress.

“I enjoyed how her writing style truly embodies who she is as a human,” Lozano-Fuentes said. “She cares so deeply for all her students and never fails to check in on us even if we don’t have her anymore, and just that care can really be seen in the storyline of her first book.”

Author Elena I. Landa at the Westfield Washington Public Library with her books.

(Photo by Adam Seif)

HISTORY RESTORED

Groups partnering to refurbish 160-year-old house in Carmel’s Coxhall Gardens

By Edward Redd edward@youarecurrent.com

The Williams Farmhouse in Coxhall Gardens has changed little since being constructed in 1865. Now, nearly 160 years later, several local organizations are partnering to restore the structure and preserve it for generations to come.

Coxhall Gardens, at 11677 Towne Rd. in Carmel, is owned by Hamilton County Parks & Recreation. The Friends of Hamilton County Parks foundation helped launch the restoration initiative by donating $375,000.

“This project aligns with the Friends of Hamilton County Parks foundation and our mission to encourage and grow parks and park amenities for the benefit of all of Hamilton County,” said April Williams, executive director of the foundation. “We believe preserving history is an important piece of the future growth of our parks.”

During the mid-1800s, John Williams owned and farmed the land that later became Coxhall Gardens. According to Christy Brockton, historical resource specialist for Hamilton County Parks and Recreation, the Williams family constructed their farmhouse on the land and owned it generationally until 1962, when the Cox family purchased the site. Jesse Cox donated the home to HCPR in 1999.

“He wanted to provide an oasis in a sea of homes,” Brockton said. “So instead of this house being knocked down for subdivisions, it’s now preserved here.”

Brockton said the Williams Farmhouse is the second-oldest Italianate home in Clay Township.

“(The family was) prosperous and able to afford a house like this and construct it,” Brockton said. “The room configurations are the same as it would have been when the family owned the house. It’s still associated with the actual land it was on and the original farm.”

HCPR is working with Ball State University and the Carmel Historic Preservation Commission to develop a plan to restore and preserve the home.

“The idea is to stabilize the house, which is in pretty great shape, but also preserve the character of the home,” Brockton said.

A timeline for the project has not been set.

ON THE COVER: The 160-year-old Williams Farmhouse in Coxhall Gardens is set to be restored. (Photo courtesy of Don Nicholls)

HOME DETAILS

According to the National Register of Historic Places, the Williams Farmhouse is a 30.5-foot-by-55-foot Italianate brickstyled home, a design characterized by exteriors typically made of brick or wood, thick overhanging gutters with prominent ornamental brackets and wide cornices. It is a two-story, single-family house with an unfinished attic, a partial basement and a garage.

Its kitchen was updated with 1960 appliances and cabinets. The kitchen still has its original flooring from the 1800s. Next to the kitchen is a dining room. In the kitchen is a staircase that leads to the second floor, containing three bedrooms that have most of their original configuration. The second floor also has a bathroom that was installed in the 20th century.

The exterior of the farmhouse is fleshed out with bracket cornices and decorative vents. Its foundation consists of load-bearing masonry walls. The windows of the home are the same as they were when the home was built. They feature a projected limestone keystone and sill. The home’s five exterior doors have their original pattern and are in their original location.

John Williams

Restoration plans include the removal of modern flooring and other detailing that would not have been original to the house when it was built in 1865. (Photo by Edward Redd)

The kitchen in the Williams Farmhouse. (Photo by Edward Redd)

The Friends of Hamilton County Parks foundation donated $375,000 to help launch the restoration of the Williams Farmhouse (Photo courtesy of Don Nicholls)

Relieve foot pain when driving

Commentary by Dr. David Sullivan

support.

• Consider orthotics. If your feet still hurt when you drive in your athletic shoes, adding supportive orthotics to your shoe can help relieve your driver’s foot.

PODIATRY

Spring break is right around the corner, and if your plans include a road trip to Florida or another destination, you’ll want to check out our tips for avoiding driver’s foot, a common stress injury that can leave you with foot pain.

With driver’s foot, your foot cramps when you drive. Other symptoms include heel pain, pain in the ball of your foot, pain in your big toe or across the top of your foot. The pain develops on long drives or when you’re stuck in traffic.

Here are some ways to prevent or relieve driver’s foot pain:

• Position is everything. If you move your seat too close to the pedals, your ankle joint will get compressed as you press on the pedals. Moving your seat too low can also increase the pressure on the back of your heel. Take a few moments before you start your drive to make sure your feet are in a good position.

• Pick the right shoes. The ideal pair is an athletic shoe with cushioning and

TRUST DR. SULLIVAN AS MY FOOT DOCTOR!”

• Make sure to build rest stops into your itinerary. Take regular breaks from driving, and when you get out from behind the wheel, make sure to walk around as well as stretch and flex your ankles and feet.

• Once you get to your destination, take off your shoes and give your feet a good rub down. Make sure to pay extra attention to any sore or tight spots. And if your feet are really hurting, apply ice to spots of tension and prop your feet up to relieve any pressure. Do you regularly experience foot pain while driving? We’re here to help you drive more comfortably.

A board-certified foot surgeon and wound specialist, Dr. David Sullivan is the owner of Westfield Foot and Ankle, LLC. Contact him at drs@ westfieldfoot.com.

DISPATCHES

Physician joins Carmel practice — Dr. Meredith Larson has joined Franciscan Physician Network Carmel Family Medicine. She joins a team of physicians who offer a range of primary care services to patients from infants through seniors. Their offices are in suite 280 at 12188-B N. Meridian St. in Carmel. Prior to joining the practice, Larson practiced in Hendricks County, where she provided outpatient care. She is board-certified in family medicine.

Hospice volunteers needed — Brighton Hospice in Carmel is looking for volunteers to help office staff perform a variety of office duties such as organizing admission paperwork, filing, preparing and sending mail, answering phones, stocking supplies and helping with special projects and events. To learn more, contact Katresha Taylor, volunteer coordinator, by calling 317798-2160 or by email at ktaylor@brightonhospice.com.

Helping loved ones recover — When a loved one is ill, you can help their recovery even if you have no medical training. When you talk to them, get an update and be sympathetic, but quickly shift to a positive, upbeat tone.

Don’t talk about your own illnesses. Let the person know that you are looking forward to meeting for lunch, or some other outing, in the near future.

Source: BottomLineHealth.com

Improve your focus — Do you have more trouble concentrating than you used to? Studies show that our attention spans are declining, largely due to the use of technology. We feel we have to respond to every text, alert and call immediately. Instead, try putting the phone on “do not disturb” mode for a few minutes when you need to focus on something else. You may find it easier to concentrate and you probably won’t miss anything truly important.

Source: Cynthia Green, Ph.D.

Bug bite relief — If you need relief from itchy bug bites but can’t find your anti-itch medicine, try these remedies as a substitute. Rub mustard on the spot to help relive pain, itch and redness. Or, dab water on the area, then gently rub a pinch of coarse salt over the spot. Continue rubbing until the itch stops – most likely in a couple of minutes.

Source: BottomLineInc.com

Linda Withrow, plantar fasciitis patient

“I love Dr. Sullivan and his staff! They are amazing! Dr. Sullivan is smart and knowledgeable. I also love the fact that Dr. Sullivan carries Powerstep flip-flops!! I live in fiip-flops and these are so comfortable because my arches and heels are supported. The same company makes the inserts I wear in my shoes. Thanks, Dr. Sullivan!”

Special Loan Programs

Cafe serves more than food

By Rich Brown news@currentincarnel.com

A new social space opened in Fishers March 7 for those who want a good drink. That is, the kind made without alcohol.

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Are You Running a Great Business

Recovery Café at 7050 E. 116th St., Suite 101, serves coffee, baked goods and, most important, provides help and resources for those who live with drug or alcohol addiction.

“We provide a lot for those in recovery,” said Joylynn Foli, the café’s executive director. “In a way, we are a community center in that we offer a fun time for people who in many cases have forgotten how to have fun.”

For example, Foli said Thursday is music night. Usually, someone will come and perform live music for café guests.

But it’s not all fun and games.

There are Recovery Circles, or support groups, throughout the week. They are designed for those with substance use disorder and for the homeless and the mentally ill.

The Fishers Recovery Cafe is part of the

nationwide Recovery Café network. There are about 50 such cafes throughout the United States, including 15 in Indiana.

Foli said each center acts as its own entity, somewhat like a franchise. Each can design their own program, but each combines food with support groups and information on resources.

Foli said Recovery Café has developed a name for itself as a resource hub for those in need.

“We provide a drop-off place where people know they can go and maybe get help with things like transportation or housing or leads on counseling,” she said. “It’s important that these at-risk people know that help is available.”

Are You Running a Great Business... or is your business running YOU?

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Are You Running a Great Business … or is your business running YOU ?

Ivy Tech, TechPoint partner

By Matthew Kent matthew@youarecurrent.com

Are you the owner of a Startup or Small Business?

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Are you the owner of a Startup or Small Business?

If yes, BOS-UP, in partnership with Synergize, can help Synergize led by Arron Stanton and Heather Hunter, is a professional membership community, based in Carmel. Their mission is to inspire people to create authentic and supportive relationships with one another, integrating both personal and professional spheres of community. BOS-UP - which is a new company founded and led by renowned investor, serial entrepreneur, and best-selling author Scott Abbott - empowers business owners and leadership teams to build, run and scale successful , resilient companies. They do so by providing the most simple, effective and affordable solution to learn, implement and benefit from an innovative, software-powered Business Operating System (BOS) Scott, on behalf of Synergize, has developed and facilitates the Peer Group Cohort (PGC) Program:

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HIGHER ED

Ivy Tech Community College is partnering with TechPoint as part of a statewide strategy to solidify Indiana’s reputation as a vibrant tech hub.

Officials say the collaboration provides career pathways for Hoosiers and meets the needs of employers for tech and tech-reliant talent through Ivy Tech’s Ivy+ IT Academy. It also supports TechPoint’s Mission41K goal of cultivating the next generation of tech leaders over the next seven years.

IT Academy offers Indiana employers a one-stop shop for employees who need training with a variety of information technologies and tools, according to a news release. TechPoint brought together nearly 200 public, private, academic and community leaders in 2022 to launch Mission41K, a movement to inclusively grow the state’s tech workforce to meet the demands of tech employers who see Indiana as their next home base, officials said.

“Ivy Tech has more partnerships with the

world’s largest tech companies than any other college or university in the country,” Ivy Tech Chief Information Officer Matthew Etchison said. “This is just one of many reasons that the Ivy+ IT Academy is uniquely positioned to offer the very best and most affordable IT bootcamps in Indiana.”

Officials say the partnership will accelerate learning and provide rapid upskilling to Indiana students. Dennis Trinkle, TechPoint’s senior vice president of talent, strategy and partnerships, said Ivy+ IT Academy will play an essential role in meeting TechPoint’s Mission41K goal by preparing Hoosiers for careers that provide a family-supporting wage and strong career pathways.

“Indiana’s employers across all sectors need more tech-skilled workers, and Ivy Tech has strong partnerships, a broad footprint and excellent programs planned to train individuals for tech and tech-related roles,” Trinkle said. “We highly value all they bring to the table.”

For more on the partnership or to enroll in the Ivy+ IT Academy, visit ivytech.edu/ programs/special-programs-for-students/ ivy-it-academy.

Joylynn Foli is the executive director of the new Recovery Café in Fishers, 7050 E. 116th St.

(Photo courtesy of Joylynn Foli)

Nexus celebrates 2022 impact

By Edward Redd edward@youarecurrent.com

Nexus Impact Center held its annual social impact celebration March 1 to acknowledge its members for making a difference in 2022.

ACHIEVEMENT

The center, which is just south of 96th Street across Carmel’s southern border, is a coworking space for companies dedicated to making a social impact.

“People embed that into their business models and work on things that help people, the planet and prosperity,” said Robin Lee, executive director of Nexus Impact Center.

Since launching in 2020, 87 companies have called the center their home.

At the celebration, Nexus presented 10 awards. They include:

• The Fishhook Togetherness Award: Presented to Aperion for exemplifying teamwork over working alone, leading to personal relationships and authentic communities.

• The Wayfinder Purpose Award: Presented to Seeds and Water Collective, which embraces and operates with the mindset “Each person has a specific God-given purpose to be discovered and lived out.”

• The Impact through Employment Award: Presented to Sage for its programs and strategies that help people

find fair employment opportunities for diverse candidates, such as those with disabilities, veterans and those recently incarcerated.

Lee said she and other Nexus Impact Center officials believe Indiana has the necessary elements to be a leader in the nation for social impact. She sees it through the companies that work at Nexus.

“You care about people. You care about the planet, and you care about prosperity for all,” Lee said to the company owners at the celebration. “So, you will go on to grow and someday grow out there because that’s our success, as we say.”

Learn more at NexusImpactCenter.org.

DISPATCHES

Shepherd Insurance recognized — Carmel-based Shepherd Insurance has been named the 2022 SECURA top-performing agency out of approximately 550 agencies in 13 states. SECURA Insurance is a property and casualty insurance company based in Neenah, Wis. This is the agency’s second time earning a top-performer award from the company.

Bicentennial items for sale — The Hamilton County Bicentennial Commission has several items available for sale online to celebrate the county’s 200th anniversary. Alongside local partner Marketpro, the Bicentennial is selling apparel, drinkware and other items. Merchandise is available online at hamcoturns200.com/swag-merch.

Hoosier Girl Coalition leader selected — The Hoosier Girl Coalition has announced the appointment of Mackenzie Pickerrell as its inau-

gural executive director. As announced last fall, in an unprecedented collaboration, six independent Girl Scout councils that serve the state of Indiana have come together to form the Hoosier Girl Coalition to meet the emerging needs of Indiana girls. The vision of the coalition is to enable every Hoosier girl to live her best life physically, academically, socially and emotionally.

Record-setting year — Carmel-based Merchants Capital announced it closed a record $8.95 billion in debt production in 2022, surpassing the previous record of $7 billion set in 2021. The firm saw significant growth in many product offerings in 2022, including a 77 percent increase in Merchants Bank balance sheet lending with more than $7 billion, a 48 percent increase in Freddie Mac Targeted Affordable Housing production and an overall 27 percent increase in 2022 financing volume. Learn more at MerchantsCapital.com.

From left, Nexus Impact Center founding board member Stephanie Fernhaber, Executive Director Robin Lee and board president Dora Lutz attend the March 1 celebration. (Photo by Edward Redd)

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TOM WOOD SUBARU SUPPORTS “RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS DAY”

How to fill the void?

Commentary by Terry Anker

Horror vacui. Fourth-century philosopher Aristotle is believed to have originated the concept, which scientists and physicists have tested and debated since. Nature abhors a vacuum. Essentially, the greater the emptiness, the more powerful the draw to fill it. Remove a bucket of water from the ocean and the hole left will be quickly filled by the surrounding water. Take a bucket of air to the bottom of the sea and the bucket would be destroyed by the surrounding aquatic pressure. For most of us non-experts, we are happy to stay on top of the wave and apply the truism to more human proclivities. Whether we are rushing to nab that close-to-thedoor parking spot or angling to get onto the airplane first, we all hurry to the opening. Maybe it is an echo of our days in primary school when we had occasion to be the lunchtime line leader. It is good to be in front. But when we run for the opportunity

Tom Wood Subaru, along with participating Subaru retailers across the United States, received socks to help homeless shelters in our local communities. We recently celebrated Random Acts of Kindness Day by donating 333 pairs of adult size socks to Wheeler Mission Men’s Shelter in Indianapolis.

Throughout the years of the Subaru Loves to Help® initiative, Tom Wood Subaru, along with participating Subaru retailers, have now donated over 500,000 pairs of new socks. Socks are one of the most requested items by homeless shelters like Wheeler Mission.

Wheeler Mission is a nondenominational, Christian, social services organization, which

provides critically needed goods and services to individuals experiencing homelessness and poverty in Central and South-Central Indiana.

They are currently in great need of volunteers and basic items for those they serve, including new underwear, deodorant and bus passes. Bus passes can be purchased at buy.indygo.net. Potential volunteers can visit wheelervolunteer.org to sign up for a shift or contact Tammy Caldwell, volunteer engagement manager, at tammycaldwell@wheelermission.org for more information.

Through volunteering and donations, we can change the lives of others with one random act of kindness at a time.

en masse, are we not only clogging the pipeline but also missing other prospects as we fight our way to the anterior?

In politics, no one seems to be on the ballot, then we find too many from which to choose. In commerce, there is one kombucha to try, then the next day, there are shelves full of assorted brands. In music, someone introduces a “new” sound until it becomes old-school and hopes someday for revival. In our own lives, we fill the void of a lost pet, or growing children, or the halcyon days of our youth. We can’t help but fill them. Aren’t we better to plan for the opening than to get sucked into the void? What will be edited from our lives and how will we hope to fill the gap?

Maybe catch a ballet in Bali?

Commentary by Danielle Wilson

Friends, I think I’m finally emerging from a six-month pseudo-funk, where my reality of teaching and parenthood clashed weekly with dreams of going to Harvard. Yes, Harvard.

HUMOR

It’s the only school in the nation that offers a fully funded doctorate in education, so I dove head first into the application process and signed up for Boston rental notifications. My husband Doo and I spoke endlessly about how the move would go down, whether we’d sell our house, how he’d commute, and ultimately where we’d go after. We had a great time planning for all the new possibilities and yelling, “It’s a sign!” whenever we saw a reference to New England. By the time acceptance emails were due to arrive, I’d convinced myself that I’d be part of the Class of 2026, become a state leader in educational policy and then eventually win the White House. But the fantasizing made me less and less content with my current situation.

Little things at school started to annoy me, our aging house began driving me crazy, and even living in Indiana became a bore. The lure of a potential Ivy League existence caused me to poo-poo my actual life. And then I got the “no,” which in hindsight maybe wasn’t such a surprise. We are talking Harvard. Nevertheless, I moped around for a solid two weeks, grieving my “loss” while feeling naïve and wholly inadequate.

But I’ve rebounded! I’ve applied to a part-time online program at Illinois (fingers crossed!) and Doo and I are considering a future yearlong sabbatical and slow-travel around the world, volunteering and doing cool work-aways. Harvard shmarvard. Let’s go to Bali!

Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may email her at info@youarecurrent.com.

The civilized way to escape civilization.

Hunter Radke, Josh Boyd, and Scott Reckley (of Tom Wood Subaru) and Wheeler Mission staff prepare to make deliveries

homeless shelters.

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

It is good to be in front. But when we run for the opportunity en masse, are we not only clogging the pipeline but also missing other prospects as we fight our way to the anterior?

– TERRY ANKER

Counting down my peculiarities

Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

I just turned 76, and I’ve decided it’s time people know who I really am. Here are just some of my peculiarities and idiosyncrasies. Email me the numbers you can relate to: (Wolfsie@aol.com)

HUMOR

1. I prefer baked beans cold.

2. I buy two-piece pajama sets and give away the tops. I wear the bottoms with a T-shirt.

3. I always mix cereals, like corn flakes with puffed rice. In fact, I mix everything. I once mixed ketchup and mayo and I tried to tell people I invented Russian dressing. But George Santos beat me to it.

4. I like leftover Chinese food and I always eat it cold (sometimes with baked beans).

5. I always go to bed with my socks on. But in the morning, I can’t find them.

6. When I ask for a to-go box in a restaurant, three out of four times I leave without it.

7. I own 25 pairs of underwear, but I am compelled to do a load of wash when only six are in the laundry basket.

8. A USB plug has two sides, but it always takes me three times to get it to fit.

9. When I buy a rotisserie chicken, the smell in the car makes me crazy, so I eat the wings while driving. That’s why my steering wheel is always greasy.

10. My checkbook register must have even numbers in the “total” column. If I owe the gas company $94.17, I pay them $100. The next month I have a credit.

11. I drink beer from a wine glass. I never drink it directly from a bottle or can. I don’t like mugs, either.

12. Sometimes, I buy sinfully decadent items at fast-food drive-thrus, like an order of cheesy fries, then after a few bites I dump it out the window. That

– DICK WOLFSIE

cuts fats and calories, but I always recycle the box.

13. If it’s cold enough to require a heavy winter coat, it doesn’t matter where I go: I forget to wear mine home.

14. When I put mayo on a sandwich, it’s applied to the top piece of bread. Mustard has to go on the bottom slice.

15. I found a photo in my basement of me interviewing the great Bob Hope. I have no memory of meeting him. That scares the heck out of me.

16. I always give the beggars on street corners or medians a couple of bucks. They may be scamming me, but I assume my life is easier than theirs. So, I’ll take that chance.

17. If my waitress has a pierced tongue, she gets a smaller tip. I lose my appetite and order less.

18. I have never been in therapy because I think I am totally normal.

Dick Wolfsie is an author, columnist and speaker. Contact him at wolfsie@aol.com.

POLICIES

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Banning PLAs: What could go wrong?

Editor,

Many in the state legislature are trying to ban Indiana municipalities from being able to use project labor agreements in their cities.

These agreements are a set of requirements that a municipality and contractor agree upon when they partner on a local project, be it a bridge, roundabouts or even an NFL stadium.

Basically, the city can set a training and certification requirement for the workers, as well as an agreed upon minimum pay and benefits package. It’s important to understand that this applies to all workers in the project,

Join fight against Alzheimer’s

standards. Currently, there are established industry standards for training and certification. Instead of using these standards, the Statehouse wants to allow the bidder of the project to set their own training and safety standards — and what could go wrong? We’ve just witnessed what can occur when the rail transport industry is deregulated. The implications of that tragedy are far reaching and the limits are unknown.

Banning PLA’s would eliminate local control of projects. The state legislature is telling our locally elected city councilors and mayors that they do

Editor,

Growing up, I always adored my Aunt Pam. She took great care of her nails and would always say “yes” to my eager request for a back scratch. She never married or had children, so when she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2018, I became her primary caregiver when Pam moved to the Fishers area.

I am not alone. Right now, 216,000 Hoosiers are serving as unpaid caregivers for family and friends living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. The Alzheimer’s Association provides care and support for all those affected through education programs, caregiver support groups and the 24/7 Helpline.

These programs are free of charge

thanks to The Longest Day, a do-it-yourself fundraiser culminating on the summer solstice. Participants can support the event through any activity they choose – golf, card games, arts and crafts and more. In addition to funding programs and services, these events help the Alzheimer’s Association advance research, bringing us closer to our ultimate goal of ending the disease.

I am proud to be serving as the new volunteer chair of The Longest Day for the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Indiana Chapter in honor of my aunt and all those affected. Please join me in the fight against this disease. Visit alz.org/thelongestday to register and select your activity.

Pete van Overwalle, Fishers

Oak Ridge Boys to play new songs and old hits

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

It is billed as The Oak Ridge Boys’ “Front Porch Singin’ Tour.”

There will be selections from their 2021 album, “Front Porch Singin‘.”

However, group member Richard Sterban said fans can expect to hear the hits as well when the group performs at 8 p.m. March 17 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.

“When we come to town, you could count on the fact that you’re going to hear ‘Elvira,’” Sterban said. “You going to hear ‘Bobbie Sue.’ You’re going to hear our first hit ever, ‘Y’All Come Back Saloon.’ More than likely, you’ll hear ‘Thank God for Kids,’ one of our most requested songs.”

Songs from “Front Porch Singin’” will include the single “Love, Light and Healing.”

“What we do is try to create the feeling of actually sitting on a front porch, in front of the audience,” Sterban said. “We all sit on stools and each man takes turns talking. It’s a very down to earth, very homey kind of a segment and it features the new music.”

Sterban said Dave Cobb produced the

album during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic when all recording studios were shut down in Nashville. Cobb told the group recording would be possible if everyone abided by protocols.

“He told us he wanted to create the feeling of four guys gathering on a front porch and just harmonizing,” Sterban said. “Dave Cobb is a master of capturing feelings like that, and he did with the Oak Ridge Boys. The album is a great mix of old Gospel songs that people will recognize, and we found some old country songs as well. Cobb has a working relationship with some of the new young hot songwriters here in Nashville as well. And we just have some brand-new country songs written by some of these young songwriters.”

Sterban said the songs are inspirational in nature.

“It’s music that gives people hope going through difficult times,” he said.

Sterban said group members realized how much they missed performing after being shut down for more than a year from performing during the pandemic.

“We had a new feeling of how much we love getting on stage and taking our music live to our audience because we missed that,” Sterban said. “We missed the

feedback from our fans and audience.”

Sterban celebrated his 50th anniversary with the Oak Ridge Boys in 2022. Joe Bonsall is celebrating his 50th anniversary this year. William Lee Golden joined the quartet in 1965, and Duane Allen joined in 1966. “The relationship that exists between the four of us is also something else very special,” Sterban said. “Over the years, we’ve become the very best of friends, we really have. Each guy in the group has a different personality. But I think that’s part of our appeal. I think we realized a long time ago to respect the differences that exist between the four of us. I think we realized a long time ago that even though we’re so different, we really do need each other.”

Sterban said the members pull together as a team, and that bond is a key to their longevity.

“We are a true brotherhood,” he said. “The friendship that exists between the four of us is very, very important. There’s no doubt about it. I think now that we’re older, we get along a lot better than we did when we were younger. I think we’re too old to let little things bother us.”

For tickets, visit thecenterpresents.org. For more, visit oakridgeboys.com.

‘FOOTLOOSE’

“Footloose” runs through March 26 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis. For more, visit beefandboards.com.

‘MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS’

Civic Theatre is presenting “Murder on the Orient Express” through March 25 at the Studio Theater at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit civictheatre.org.

‘ROCK ’N RADIO’

Scott Coulter, Alex Getlin and John Boswell will perform “Rock ’N Radio” at 7:30 p.m. March 17-18 at Feinstein’s cabaret at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. For more, feinsteinhc. com

PEKING ACROBATS

The Peking Acrobats featuring The Shanghai Circus will perform at 8 p.m. March 18 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

DISPATCH

Ripe to perform in Fishers —The Nickel Plate District Amphitheater and MOKB Presents announced Ripe will perform a concert July 15. Tickets for the Ripe show are now at npdamp.com. An Indianapolis area favorite, Ripe made their central Indiana debut at last year’s WonderRoad Festival and then returned in the fall to the Vogue. Now with a new release, Ripe returns for their own, stand alone outdoor headlining show. Ripe’s show is part of the venue’s annual summer series. Additional summer shows and events will be announced soon. Additionally, the NPD AMP will continue to host the Fishers Farmers Market, kicking off in May, along with local community concerts and national tours. Updates on the 2023 summer schedule can be found at npdamp. com. Boston’s Ripe is a pop quartet featuring singer Robbie Wulfsohn, guitarist Jon Becker, drummer Sampson Hellerman and trombonist Calvin Barthel. The four came together while studying at Berklee College of Music.

From left, Joe Bonsall, Duane Allen, William Lee Golden and Richard Sterban form the Oak Ridge Boys. (Photo courtesy of the Oak Ridge Boys)

Where’s Amy?

Amy Pauszek is a photographer, award winning 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 at Taste of Carmel

From left, Carmel Education Foundation Executive Director Jennifer Penix (Carmel), Taste of Carmel emcee Jeff Worrell (Carmel) and Taste of Carmel design chair and sponsor Melissa Volz-Smith (Carmel) at the March 3 Taste of Carmel, which serves as a fundraiser for the Carmel Education Foundation. The annual event is Hamilton County’s largest indoor foodie experience to support Carmel Clay students in academic success and lifelong learning. More than 50 local food and beverage establishments showcased their signature items, and the event included a fabulous silent auction, raffles and gift card pulls. (Photos by Amy Pauszek)

Yasmin and Will Stump (Carmel).

Brian and Carol Urbanski (Carmel).

Angela Woodley (Carmel), left, and Maria Piedra (Carmel)

Damian and Geena Siela (Fishers).

Artist set to play at Urban Vines

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Justin Lev’s objective is to write lyrics and melodies for everyday enlightenment.

CONCERT

“My music is upbeat but relaxed,”

Lev said.

Lev, who performs as Eli Lev, wants his songs to resonate because they’re heartfelt, earthy, and share the wisdom he has gained through lifelong travel and self-discovery

Lev’s concert is set for 6 p.m. March 30 at Urban Vines Winery & Brewery, 303 E. 161 St., Westfield. Lev plays the acoustic guitar, harmonica, wooden flute and loop pedal.

“It’s a one-man show with a lot of different sounds,” Levi said.

Lev, who lives in Boonsboro, Md., is in the midst of a cross-country tour.

Lev is familiar with Indiana as he earned his undergraduate degree in 2005 and master’s degree in 2015 from Indiana University. After earning his undergraduate degree,

he taught at a Navajo reservation in Arizona and also taught in Israel and Europe.

“I’m a schoolteacher by trade but doing the music thing full time now,” he said. “I started doing music full time right after I got my master’s degree in education.”

Lev said friends from Carmel, Bloomington and Indianapolis will attend the show.

“I mix in some covers, but it’s mostly original songs,” he said. “I do covers in different arrangements.”

One good example is The Black Keys’ song, “Lonely Boy.”

“It’s a hard rock, bluesy kind of vibe and I’m going to put my own spin on it,” he said.

Lev’s latest extended play recording is ‘Walk.Talk.Dance.Sing.”

“It’s kind of a mix tape of the last couple of years of my life,” he said.

Opera shows to stir emotion

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Audience members will be going through a gamut of emotions during Indianapolis Opera’s shows.

In 2021, he completed his “Four Directions Project,” which includes four EPs that were inspired by indigenous traditions he learned while teaching on the Navajo Nation. That included covers in Lev’s own interpretation. For more, visit eli-lev.com. through some heart-breaking issues.

“There are ensemble pieces that are like choral numbers that are really very moving,” Savia said. “To me, it’s very reminiscent of Leonard Bernstein’s writing.”

PERFORMANCES

“You couldn’t have more of a contrast of one-act operas,” Indianapolis Opera principal conductor Alfred Savia said.

Savia will serve as the musical director for the Indianapolis Opera’s Contemporary Workshop Series production of “Gallantry” and “Veterans Journeys” at the Basile Opera Center, 4011 N. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis. The shows will be at 4 p.m. March 25-26.

“Veterans Journeys” is an opera by composer and psychiatrist, Dr. Kenneth Wells. This will be the Midwest premiere.

“It’s a heartfelt composition with poignant musical settings of putting in the minds of these veterans,” Savia said. “I had never really thought about what their mindsets are and what they are going through after being in combat.”

Dalton Woody and Shederick Whipple are performing as the veterans.

Savia said Woody’s character is going

“Gallantry” was written by Douglas Moore in the 1950s with an operatic take on the TV soap operas of that era.

“It’s a 30-minute little gem,” Savia said. “As I told the singers, you have to figure out how to sing vocally with your tongue firmly planted in your cheek.”

The parody follows a love triangle between a surgeon, his nurse and their patient.

“It’s all done masterfully with music,” Savia said. “I’m looking forward to our audiences’ reaction to one of my favorite oneact operas.”

Jessica Burton is serving as director for the one-act operas.

“I love ‘Gallantry” for its off-the-wall humor, while ‘Veteran Journeys’ is deeply meaningful to me as a military brat,” Burton said. “I hope that you fall in love with this touching story of vets and their journey through PTSD as much as I have.”

For more, visit indyopera.org.

Commentary by Bill Bernard

Well, the crocus and daffodils have started to make their early spring appearances, and you know what that means. It’s time to start thinking about exterior maintenance chores. Among those chores might be caring for, or possibly even replacing, your deck.

If you’re considering updating or replacing your wood deck, below is a list of some of the benefits of composite decking.

Maintenance — Wood decks require regular and periodic maintenance, including painting or staining. Composite decks virtually eliminate the need for ongoing maintenance.

Durability — Wood decks are in a constant battle against the elements. Composite decking is engineered to withstand those elements and will eliminate any concerns about cracking and splintering. Composite decking will continue to look great for years to come.

Aesthetics — Manufacturers of composite decking have been making tremendous improvements in the look of their products.

Decking with realistic grain patterns and color blends are now being produced. There is a difference in price between wood and composite decks. However, once you factor in the cost of ongoing maintenance associated with wood decks, the gap in pricing quickly narrows, and the time you spend enjoying your deck increases. Stay home, be moved.

Composite decking is durable, maintenance-free alternative to wood. (Photo courtesy of Bill Bernard)

Counting on these words

Commentary by Curtis Honeycutt

I’ve always been a numbers guy. In elementary school, if anyone made fun of my disproportionately large head, I would withhold answers to math homework. Yes, I was an egghead in more ways than one.

GRAMMAR GUY

Of course, I love to think about the intersection of words and numbers. The other day I heard someone say, “To the 10th degree.” As a number and word nerd, I knew this was wrong. In fact, to the 10th degree is a large amount; however, the correct term is “to the nth degree.”

To the nth degree means “as much as possible.” In math terms, to the nth degree means the highest power of the variable in a polynomial -- think something “squared,” which would be a number with a little “2” in the top corner. To the “nth” degree is an algebraic term for the largest number possible in the top corner, signified by the letter “n.”

As it turns out, math and English get nerdy in a hurry! But we’re not yet done. Did you know that “zero” gets treated

like a plural number? I’m guessing a team of powdered-wigged grammarians flipped a coin to decide this at some point in the days of yore. When you discuss one “potato,” you use the singular form of potato. When you discuss two “potatoes,” you use the plural form. What about “zero”? You have zero “potatoes.” Yep, when it comes to English grammar, zero is plural.

Speaking of plural number terms, what about “math” and “maths”? We all know that the full term is “mathematics,” but which is the correct shortened word term? That depends on where you live.

In the U.S., we shorten “mathematics” to “math.” The reason we do this is that “mathematics” is what we call a “mass” noun. A mass noun, as you may recall, is an uncountable, or abstract notion. Think about words like “sunshine,” “information” and “psychology.”

Curtis Honeycutt is a national award-winning, syndicated humor writer. Connect with him on Twitter (@curtishoneycutt) or at curtishoneycutt.com.

Visiting Jerusalem’s Temple Mount, Bethesda Pool

Commentary by Don Knebel

Today, in our continuing tour of Israel and the Palestinian Territories, we go onto the Temple Mount in East Jerusalem.

TRAVEL

After the Romans destroyed the Jewish Second Temple in A.D. 70, the Temple Mount fell into disuse, with reports that Christians later used it for their garbage.

After Islamic armies captured Jerusalem in A.D. 634, the new rulers decided to build a monument over an outcropping of rock on the Temple Mount, which Muslims call Haram al-Sharif (the Noble Sanctuary), to demonstrate their presence in the city toward which Muslims had once prayed. The location was near where the Second Temple had stood. Reflecting Islam’s rivalry with Christianity, the dome on the monument, completed in A.D. 691, duplicated to within a few inches the dimensions of the dome on the nearby Church of the Holy Sepulcher, the holiest site in Christendom. An Islamic prayer hall at the south end of the Temple Mount has been rebuilt and enlarged several times, now accommodating 4,000 worshippers. Most Muslims today associate the rock beneath the dome with a night ride they believe Muhammad made to Jerusalem in A.D. 621, from which he traveled to heaven. As a result, the Dome of the Rock and the Al-Aqsa Mosque of which it is a part are the third-holiest sites of Sunni Islam, after Mecca and Medina.

The Temple Mount is controlled by a

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER

Docket No. PZ-2023-00048 V, PZ-2023-00050 V

Notice is hereby given that the Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals meeting on the 27th day of March, 2023 at 5:15 p.m. in the City Hall Caucus Rooms, 1 Civic Sq., 2nd Flr., Carmel, IN 46032, will hold a Public Hearing upon a Development Standards Variance application to: Gain approval for a 3 Season Porch. The porch will be 256 sq ft and extend off the rear of the existing residential structure. It will be used as an extension of the current living space. The porch will be mainly used in the Spring, Summer and Fall seasons. With the property being known as 12517 Brompton Road Carmel, In 46033. The application is identified as Docket No PZ-2023-00048 V UDO Section 2.10

Minimum 20 ft rear setback allowed, 4 ft requested and PZ-2023-00050 V UDO Section 2.10

Maximum 35% lot cover allowed, 51% requested. The real estate affected by said application is described as follows: Parcel ID No. 16-10-3202-10-006.000. The petition may be examined on the City’s website, through Public Documents - Laserfiche. 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.

Daniel P Strader and Elizabeth A Strader PETITIONERS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER

Docket No. PZ-2023-00022 V and PZ-2023-00028V

Notice is hereby given that the Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals meeting on the 27th day of March, 2023 at 5:15 p.m. in the City Hall Caucus Rooms, 1 Civic Sq., 2nd Flr., Carmel, IN 46032, will hold a Public Hearing upon a Development Standards Variance application to:

Requested minimum 35-ft front yard building setback allowed (50’ platted setback exists). Also, requested 54% lot coverage on an allowed maximum 35% lot coverage.

With the property being known as: 912 Auman Drive E. Carmel, IN 46032

The application is identified as Docket No.: PZ2023-00022 V and PZ-2023-00028V.

The real estate affected by said application is described as follows: The site is located at 912 Auman Dr. East (Auman’s Addition, Lot 77). The site is zoned R2/Residence.

The petition may be examined on the City’s website, through Public Documents - Laserfiche.

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.

Mariana Rojdev PETITIONERS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER

Docket No. PZ-2023-00033V

Notice is hereby given that the Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals meeting on the 27th day of March, 2023 at 5:15 p.m. in the City Hall Caucus Rooms (1 Civic Square, 2nd Floor, Carmel, IN 46032) will hold a Public Hearing upon a Development Standards Variance application to:

UDO Section 5.39 (I)(3)(d) Maximum Sign Area: 45 sq. ft. allowed, 75 sq. ft. requested. With the property being known as (address): 11299 Illinois Street, Carmel, IN 46032

The application is identified as Docket No. PZ-2023-00033V

The real estate affected by said application is described as follows: Tax ID Parcel No. 16-13-0200-00-005.000

The petition may be examined on the City’s website, through Public Documents - Laserfiche.

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.

Karmel Property LLC c/o Doug Staley, Jr. Staley Signs, Inc. PETITIONERS

John says Jesus healed a paralyzed man. They can also visit the Church of St. Anne, erected by the Crusaders to honor Anne, the claimed grandmother of Jesus, who they somehow concluded had lived and bore Mary in Jerusalem.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER

Docket No. PZ-2023-00055 V

Notice is hereby given that the Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals meeting on the 27th Day of March 2023 at 5:15PM. in the City Hall Caucus Rooms, 1 Civic Sq., 2nd Flr., Carmel, IN 46032, will hold a Public Hearing upon a Development Standards Variance application to:

Seeking a variance of UDO Section 5.02Minimum pool & decking setback must be 3 ft from easement; 10 ft encroachment requested into Tree Preservation Easement. This subdivision’s lots are private, wide, and shallow, which does not allow for any usable backyard space for our family.

With the property being known as: 10520 Woodhall Lane Carmel, IN 46032

The application is identified as Docket No. PZ-2023-00055 V

The real estate affected by said application is described as follows:

Acreage .64 Section 9, Township 17, Range 3 WOODHALL LANE Lot 1 Irregular Shape

The petition may be examined on the City’s website, through Public Documents - Laserfiche.

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.

Shashwat and Sajal Goyal PETITIONERS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CARMEL BOARD

OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER

Docket No. PZ-2023-00038, 43 V Old Meridian St Apartments Variances

Notice is hereby given that the Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals meeting on the 27th day of March, 2023 at 5:15 p.m. in the City Hall Caucus Rooms, 1 Civic Sq., 2nd Flr., Carmel, IN 46032, will hold a Public Hearing upon a Development Standards Variance application to:

Allow more than an 80% lot coverage around the site in a C2 zoned area to accommodate a fire lane around the building to promote safe access by the fire department. Additionally, we are requesting a variance from the proposed Transportation Plan that would require an Urban Collector Street around the North and East sides of the property to maintain the large pedestrian walking trail currently proposed.

With the property being known as: 12895 Old Meridian St, Carmel, IN 46032

The application is identified as Docket No. PZ-2023-00038, 43 V Old Meridian St Apartments Variances.

The real estate affected by said application is described as follows:

Per Inst 200002338 Lot Six (6) and Seven (7) in R.A. Franke’s subdivision, as shown by plat recorded in Deed Record 128, Page 197 in the Office of the Recorder of Hamilton County, Indiana.

The petition may be examined on the City’s website, through Public Documents - Laserfiche. 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.

Joe Shestak, Administrator Carmel Plan Commission

317-571-2417

Petitioner Name: Cross Development by Josh Allen, Sr. Vice President 4336 Marsh Ridge Rd. Carrollton, TX 75010 Phone: 765-215-1444

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER

Docket No. PZ-2023-00054 V

Notice is hereby given that the Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals meeting on the 27th Day of March 2023 at 5:15PM. in the City Hall Caucus Rooms, 1 Civic Sq., 2nd Flr., Carmel, IN 46032, will hold a Public Hearing upon a Development Standards Variance application to:

Seeing a variance of UDO section 2.04 that requires a 30-foot front setback for this lot. We request to change the setback to 25 feet front yard building setback. This subdivision’s lots are private, wide, and shallow, which does not allow for any usable backyard space after the 30-foot front yard setback. The variance has already been granted for lots 6, 7, and 8 in our neighborhood, Woodhall. The variance will not have any negative impact.

With the property being known as: 10520

Woodhall Lane Carmel, IN 46032

The application is identified as Docket No. PZ-2023-00054 V

The real estate affected by said application is described as follows:

Acreage .64 Section 9, Township 17, Range 3

WOODHALL LANE Lot 1 Irregular Shape

The petition may be examined on the City’s website, through Public Documents - Laserfiche.

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.

Shashwat and Sajal Goyal PETITIONERS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER

Docket No. PZ-2023-00057 V

Notice is hereby given that the Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals Hearing Officer, at a meeting on Monday, the 27th day of March, 2023 at 5:15 p.m. in the Carmel City Hall Caucus Rooms, 1 Civic Square, 2nd Floor, Carmel, Indiana 46032, will hold a public hearing upon an application to approve a development standards variance for certain real estate located on the west side of Ditch Road at approximately 10404 Ditch Road (PIN 1713-09-00-00-011.000) in order to construct a new fence and bridge.

The application is identified as Docket No. PZ2023-00057 V.

The real estate affected by said application is located on the west side of Ditch Road at approximately 10404 Ditch Road.

The petitions and supplementary documentation may be viewed on the City’s website through: Public Documents – Laser Fiche. All interested persons desiring to present their view on the above applications either in writing or verbally, will be given an opportunity to be heard at the above-mentioned time and place, or may file written comments up to 10:00 AM on the day of the meeting, via email to Joe Shestak: jshestak@carmel.in.gov ; or via US Mail to: Carmel Department of Community Services, One Civic Square, 3rd Floor, Carmel, Indiana, 46032. The hearing may be continued from time to time as may be found necessary.

Kevin G. Buchheit, Krieg DeVault LLP, 12800 North Meridian Street, Suite 300, Carmel, IN 46032, (317) 808-5820.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY OF CARMEL PLAN COMMISSION HEARING OFFICER

Docket No. PZ-2022-00241 DP/ADLS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Carmel Plan Commission Hearing Officer will conduct a meeting on the 6th day of April, 2023 at 10:30 am, at the Carmel City Hall, Caucus Rooms, 2nd Floor, 1 Civic Square, Carmel, IN 46032, to hold a Public Hearing regarding an application identified by Docket Number PZ-2022-00241 DP/ADLS (the “Request”). The subject parcels are located east of and adjacent to S. Rangeline Road, south of and adjacent to 1st Street SE; west of and adjacent to 1st Avenue SE; and north of and adjacent to Supply Street. The subject parcels are identified by the Auditor of Hamilton County Indiana as tax parcel identification numbers 16-10-30-03-01-029.000; 16-10-30-03-01-028.000; 16-10-3003-01-027.000; 16-10-30-03-01-026.000; 16-10-30-03-01-012.000; 16-10-30-03-01-011.000; 16-10-30-0301-010.000; and 16-10-30-03-01-009.000 and are generally located at 111 S. Rangeline Road and 175 S. Rangeline Road, Carmel, 46032 (collectively, the “Real Estate”).

The Real Estate is zoned C2/Mixed Use and the Request filed by LOR Corporation seeks development plan and architectural design, landscaping, lighting and signage approval (“DP/ADLS”) to construct a multibuilding, mixed-use project with 11 townhomes, a 3-story tall mixed-use office/commercial building, and a 101 space parking lot.

The Request and the associated DP/ADLS plans may be examined on the City’s website, through Public Documents – Laser Fische.

All interested persons desiring to present their views on the above Request are encouraged to submit written comments, up to 8:30 a.m., the day of the meeting, via email to Joe Shestak administrative assistant: jshestak@carmel.in.gov and/or present their comments in-person by attending at this Plan Commission Hearing Officer meeting. The Public Hearing may be continued from time to time as may be found necessary.

City of Carmel, Indiana:

Joe Shestak, Secretary, City of Carmel Plan Commission

Carmel City Hall

One Civic Square

Carmel, IN 46032

Phone: (317) 571-2417

Email: jshestak@carmel.in.gov

Attorney for Applicant LOR Corporation:

Jim Shinaver, Attorney

Jon Dobosiewicz, Professional Land Planner

Nelson & Frankenberger, LLC

550 Congressional Blvd., Suite 210

Carmel, IN 46032

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE

CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER

Docket Number: PZ-2023-00035 V and PZ-2023-00036 V

Notice is hereby given that the Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals Hearing Officer meeting on the 27th day of March, 2023 at 5:15 p.m. in the City Hall Caucus Rooms, 1 Civic Square, 2nd Flr., Carmel, IN 46032, will hold a Public Hearing upon a Development Standards Variance application to: Redevelop land for a mixeduse development in a C2 Mixed Use District. The applicant seeks the following development standards variance approvals:

Docket No. PZ-2023-00035 V; UDO Section 1.07; Transportation Plan Compliance:

• Off Street Trail location, City and Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Trail width – 6’ in lieu of 16’.

• Urban Commercial Sidewalk width – 10’ in lieu of 12’.

• Main Street R/W width – 40’ in lieu of 60’.

Docket No. PZ-2023-00036 V; UDO Section 2.36; Maximum 80% lot coverage allowed, 86% requested. With the property being known as: 1017 W. Main Street, Carmel, IN 46032 and 0 Old Meridian Street, Carmel, IN 46032.

The application is identified as Docket No. PZ-2023-00035 V and PZ-2023-00036 V: Icon on Main Variances.

The real estate affected by said application is described as follows: Parcel No. 16-09-25-03-01-002.000 and Parcel No. 16-09-26-04-02-002.000.

The file for this proposal may be viewed Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 5 PM in the office of the Dept. of Community Services, 1 Civic Square, 3rd floor, Carmel, IN 46032. The petition may be examined on the City’s website, through Public Documents – Laserfiche.

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 Name: Edward Rose Development Carmel, L.L.C. by Brad Schrage, PE

11611 North Meridian Street, Suite 800

Carmel, IN 46032

Phone: (317) 569-7629

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY OF CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER

Docket No. PZ-2023-00044 V through PZ-2023-00047 V

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals Hearing Officer will conduct a meeting on the 6th day of April, 2023 at 10:30 am, at the Carmel City Hall, Caucus Rooms, 2nd Floor, 1 Civic Square, Carmel, IN 46032, to hold a Public Hearing regarding applications identified by Docket Number PZ-2023-00044 V through PZ-2023-00047 V (the “Request”). The subject parcels are located east of and adjacent to S. Rangeline Road, south of and adjacent to 1st Street SE; west of and adjacent to 1st Avenue SE; and north of and adjacent to Supply Street. The subject parcels are identified by the Auditor of Hamilton County Indiana as tax parcel identification numbers 16-10-30-03-01-029.000; 16-1030-03-01-028.000; 16-10-30-03-01-027.000; 16-10-30-03-01-026.000; 16-10-30-03-01-012.000; 16-10-3003-01-011.000; 16-10-30-03-01-010.000; and 16-10-30-03-01-009.000 and are generally located at 111 S. Rangeline Road and 175 S. Rangeline Road, Carmel, 46032 (collectively, the “Real Estate”).

The Real Estate is zoned C2/Mixed Use and the Request filed by LOR Corporation and Old Town Design Group seeks the following development standards variances:

1. UDO Section 2.36 Maximum Lot Coverage – Maximum 80% lot coverage allowed; requesting 92% lot coverage.

2. UDO Section 2.36 Maximum Building Height – Maximum 35’ building height allowed when adjacent to single-family residences; requesting 49.5 building height.

3. UDO Section 1.07 Transportation Plan – Transportation Plan compliance is required; requesting Thoroughfare Plan Map, Mobility & Pedestrian Plan Map, Street Topographies and Streetscape Facilities modifications.

4. UDO Section 5.21 Street Trees – Street trees required and required within street rights of way; requesting street trees to be located outside of rights of way.

The Petition may be examined at the Carmel City Hall or via the City’s website, through Public Documents – Laser Fische.

All interested persons desiring to present their views on the above Request are encouraged to submit written comments, up to 8:30 a.m., the day of the meeting, via email to Joe Shestak administrative assistant: jshestak@carmel.in.gov and/or present their comments in-person by attending this Board of Zoning Appeals Hearing Officer meeting. The Public Hearing may be continued from time to time as may be found necessary.

CITY OF CARMEL, INDIANA

Joe Shestak, Secretary, City of Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals

Carmel City Hall

One Civic Square Carmel, IN 46032

Phone: (317) 571-2417

Email: jshestak@carmel.in.gov

ATTORNEY FOR LOR CORPORATION and OLD TOWN DESIGN GROUP:

Jim 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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